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EAC Waiver Import Duty and VAT for Garment and Textile Makers

EAC Waiver Import Duty and VAT for Garment and Textile Makers

East African Community partner states have agreed to grant garments and textiles manufacturers a three-year waiver of duties and value added tax (VAT). The waiver will be on inputs, fabrics and accessories not available in the region to boost local production and reduce the cost of production. This is one of the strategies to promote textiles and leather industries while slowing down the…