The Akaki checkpoint has been inspecting passenger and freight traffic arriving to Addis from the south and east. The route is the most economically active the country.

According to Gebrewahed, reasons for the imminent transfer of the checkpoint to Mojo are the heavy traffic at the Akaki checkpoint and also because some vehicles turn off the road, evading the Akaki checkpoint, in order to smuggle in contraband.

“We have found out that the Mojo checkpoint, which is already working, has the same problem in regard to traffic jams so we are now studying locations that would be suitable for relocation in Mojo town and as soon as the study is complete, the Mojo checkpoint will be fully operational.

The Akaki check point is one of the major spots where the Ethiopian Customs Authority intercepts contraband Merchandise.

In related news, travelers have expressed their annoyance at having to undergo two inspections in Mojo and also at Akaki. Especially, travelers coming from eastern areas of Ethiopia say that they have been particular victims of the double checking. Passengers on public buses add that they are irritated by the added delay.

Keywords:  ethiopia business