Urgent Warning: KRA to Auction Unclaimed Goods from Inland Container Depot

KRA warns owners of unclaimed goods at the Inland Container Depot to act swiftly, as items left for over 30 days may be auctioned. An extensive range of goods, from medical supplies to vehicles, are at risk. The auction is set for June 16-20, 2025, after notices were issued regarding the abandonment of items worth billions of shillings.

The Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) has issued a stark warning to those who own goods currently stored at the Customs Warehouse Keeper, Inland Container Depot in Nairobi. Items left unclaimed for 30 days will be deemed abandoned and could be sold at a public auction. This comes after the authority’s Gazette Notice released on April 25, highlighting the urgency in recovering goods worth billions of shillings.

According to the notice, provided under the East African Community Customs Management Act, 2004, goods not removed by a specified deadline will be auctioned online from June 16 to June 20, 2025. The KRA emphasized that owners must act quickly to recover their property. Items on the block range widely, including 36 kg of fiber optic cables, rice, Ivermectin injections, and various vehicles, among others.

A vast assortment of goods is at risk, including medical and veterinary equipment, personal household items, electronics, bicycles, automotive glass, and even machinery involved in tea processing. Notably, this also includes solar panels, power cables, and assorted fabrics. These diverse categories reflect the extensive nature of abandoned goods within the depot.

The notice, signed by George Aduwi, Chief Manager of the Inland Container Depot, was clear that potential buyers could inspect the available items on June 1 and June 12, 2025, during regular office hours. It appears that many consignors have left their goods due to issues such as unpaid customs duties or transport constraints. This highlights the logistical hurdles faced by importers, pointing to wider issues within the importing process.

In summary, the Kenya Revenue Authority’s latest announcement underscores the importance of timely action for owners of unclaimed goods at the Inland Container Depot. With billions of shillings worth of items set for auction, importers are urged to settle any outstanding fees or logistical issues. The scheduled public auction and viewing days provide a final opportunity for owners to recover their belongings before they are sold at auction.

Original Source: www.kenyans.co.ke