A significant milestone was reached with the launch of the system integration for data exchange between the General Directorate of Customs and Excise (DGDA) and the Central Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency (CCTTFA) yesterday in Kinshasa, DRC. The event took place in the presence of the Executive Secretary and the Director General of DGDA, marking a new chapter in the collaboration between the two institutions.
This integration follows the Data Exchange Agreement signed on December 6, 2019, and is set to improve data collection efficiency by reducing costs and streamlining the monitoring of transit transport operations. The integration will enhance the performance of the Central Corridor Transport Observatory (CCTO), which monitors key performance indicators such as transit times, freight volumes, efficiency and productivity.
The timing of this launch is particularly important, coming shortly after Zambia’s accession to the Central Corridor. The integration is expected to facilitate the seamless flow of cargo through transit countries, improving trade operations across the region.
The successful execution of this project was made possible with the support of Trade Mark Africa (TMA), which has provided technical and financial support for the CCTO since 2012.
This new step reflects the ongoing commitment of all parties involved to ensure the Central Corridor continues to be a vital and efficient trade route of choice.