East African countries have recently tightened rules on importation of second-hand cars into the region as part of the efforts to encourage local assembling. PHOTO FILE | NATION
The Ugandan government has tightened regulations for the importation of second-hand cars with a new pre-import inspection standard.
The new standard, US845, specifies safety and performance characteristics of the vehicles and their inspection and testing for roadworthiness. Exporters are required to apply for assessment of their exports for conformity with the new standard by an appointed company, according to the Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) requirements.
