WCO ESA Regional Office for Capacity Building - ROCB

10/07/2025

Congratulations to the Republic of Mozambique on Gazetting Its AfCFTA Provisional Schedule of Tariff Concessions (PSTCs)!

What does it mean to gazette or domesticate a trade commitment? It is an official announcement that enhances transparency, ensuring that businesses, organisations, and citizens are informed of new regulations coming into force. This marks a key step towards the full implementation of the AfCFTA Agreement.

For traders, this provides clarity and certainty, confirming that Mozambique will grant preferential tariff treatment to eligible goods upon importation, in line with its commitments under the AfCFTA Agreement.

09/07/2025

PASSING THE BATON - THE HANDOVER

8th July 2025

The outgoing Director, Mr. Larry Liza, officially handed over the leadership of the WCO ESA ROCB to the incoming Director, Ms. Josephine Manyasi ‘ndc’(K). This marked the formal and final transfer of institutional knowledge, responsibilities, and relevant documentation to the incoming Director.

Ms. Manyasi assumes office at a pivotal moment, as the region continues to build momentum in strategic development, innovation in training delivery, stronger alignment with WCO global priorities, and deeper stakeholder engagement.

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to the Director Emeritus Mr. Liza for his dedicated service and unwavering leadership, and warmly welcome Ms. Manyasi as she takes the helm to guide the ESA ROCB into its next chapter of impact and growth.

03/07/2025

What’s New in Customs Across ESA? Find Out in Our Latest Newsletter!

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Larry Liza

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01/07/2025

🎉 Celebrating 30 Years of Service – Kenya Revenue Authority 🇰🇪

Congratulations to the Kenya Revenue Authority(KRA) on reaching this remarkable 30-year milestone!

Your dedication to revenue mobilization, national development, and public trust continues to inspire.

Here’s to three decades of impact — and many more to come.

01/07/2025

Happy Independence Day, Somalia! 🇸🇴

On July 1st, we celebrate the strength, history, and aspirations of the Somali people.

Warmest wishes from the WCO ESA ROCB as we commemorate Somalia’s journey of unity and independence.

Customs الجمارك الصومالية

01/07/2025

Happy Independence Day, Burundi! 🇧🇮

On this day, we celebrate the spirit, resilience, and unity of the Burundian people.

Warm wishes from the WCO ESA ROCB as we honour Burundi’s journey of freedom and progress.

Office Burundais des Recettes

26/06/2025

Happy Independence Day!

Direction Générale des Douanes de Madagascar

18/06/2025

ROCB Staff Meeting
18 June 2025

Today, the WCO ESA ROCB team had the honour of hosting Ms. Josephine Manyasi, the incoming Director of the WCO ESA ROCB. She was warmly received by the outgoing Director, Mr. Larry Lizaa, who officially introduced her to the team.

The meeting marked a significant moment of transition. Staff members shared their professional backgrounds, memorable experiences, and aspirations within the regional office, reaffirming their collective commitment to advancing the ROCB’s strategic goals.

There was a spirit of reflection and anticipation as the team looked back on key milestones and expressed their readiness to strengthen capacity in delivering the ROCB mandate particularly in the context of the new regional strategy.

Ms. Manyasi is expected to officially join the team in July 2025, with the handover process expected to continue in the interim.

17/06/2025

📸 The ESA Sotho Photobook 2025 is here!

Celebrate the vibrant stories and powerful visuals from across the region. This edition captures the spirit, culture, and impact of our collective work in stunning detail.

👉 https://www.wcoesarocb.org/books-journals/

04/06/2025