By Winfred K Kusiima
One of key strategies URA is relying on to radically scale down on illicit trade is field intelligence enforcement operations. On Wednesday, the customs team in Iganga received information from intelligence networks deployed of a fuso truck registration number UAV 799U that had loaded smuggled garments heading to Kampala.
The team responded by deploying on Mbale – Tirinyi road and in the outskirts of neighbouring districts to ensure that these smugglers do not escape. This worked because the smugglers where shocked to see the URA pickup before they could set off.
As usual, the drivers are quick to take off to avoid further interrogations and penalties involved.
The truck was was driven to the URA office in Iganga and upon verification, the report revealed the following;
4,222 pieces of assorted polyester dresses for Kids/girls/ladies
3,889 pieces of assorted kid’s polyester t-shirts
636 pieces of assorted polyester 2-piece sets (tops and trousers)
582 pieces of assorted polyester Jackets
334 pieces of assorted polyester trousers for children/ladies
304 pieces of assorted polyester tops
242 pieces of assorted polyester 3-piece sets (top, vest and trouser/skirt)
240 pieces of kids Jean trousers
228 pieces of assorted polyester sweat pants for girls/ladies
161 pieces of assorted polyester skirts for children/ladies
152 pieces of assorted polyester Jump suits for teen girls/ladies
118 pieces of Poncho sweaters for ladies
56 pieces of kids Jean shorts
15 pieces of kid’s poly-cotton shirts
3 bales x 20 pieces of plain polyester material
945 kilograms of used clothes
