Tanzanian authorities have banned carrots from Kenya in a move that is likely to affect local farmers and escalate trade relations between the two East African nations. Local reports indicate that the ban was issued last week by the incoming Arumeru District Commissioner Jerry Muro, saying the move is to protect Tanzanian farmers from competition.
A local paper reported that the commissioner said he will personally inspect lorries on the Arusha-Moshi Highway, to ensure the commodity is not sneaked into Tanzania.
According to standardmedia.co.ke, the move is likely to put into question a slew of measures signed in July between the two countries, intended to free up trade space.
