Ugandan Trucks Stopped At Border

Trucks from Uganda have been denied entry into Rwanda at the crossing at Gatuna ahead of work to upgrade the one-stop border post.

The Rwanda Revenue Authority (RRA) has informed the Uganda Revenue Authority that heavy trucks will be diverted to other border crossings with effect from 28th February. 

Earlier this month Rwanda was forced to dismiss claims that the government has banned the importation of Ugandan goods into the country after reports emerged in media that the entry of cement and other processed products were being blocked.

Speaking on the matter deputy Ugandan Ambassador to Rwanda Ms Anne Katusiime has stated, “At the embassy, there is no official communication to the effect that Rwanda has banned Ugandan products from entering its country. Media reports are mere rumours and speculation that have no facts.”