Grapevine

Huawei receives Customs team in Johannesburg

During the meeting, the SARS AEO Lead, Penny Bologo, called for increased collaboration with the NCS to facilitate the effective implementation of the AEO Programme in Nigeria.

She emphasised that Nigeria and South Africa played significant roles in global trade, making the partnership crucial.

“The WCO Safe Framework of Standards, Pillar 1 (Customs-to-Customs) and Pillar 2 (Customs-to-Business) encourage partnerships between customs authorities and traders,” Bologo said.

While welcoming the NCS AEO Technical Working Group, Huawei Technology South Africa called for continued support from SARS and the NCS in facilitating global trade through enhanced customs compliance mechanisms and greater participation in the AEO Programme.

The Customs Compliance Officer at Huawei Nigeria, Austin Ijeh, expressed gratitude to the NCS for its leadership in promoting the ease of doing business in the country.