In the modern business environment of just in time production and delivery, it has become even more important that traders are guaranteed fast and predictable time release of their goods. The traders are constantly concerned with the delay of clearing goods because it increases cost to their businesses. Delays in the release of goods are attributed to the complicated and non- transparent procedural requirements, bank transfer arrangements, documentary requirements and high cost of processing information. Administrative hurdles in customs and tax procedures, clearances and cargo inspections) contribute to 75% of trade facilitation delays in most African ports (World Bank, 2005).