THE Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has intercepted two trucks used by importers to smuggle alcohol into the country by concealing it under coal. In a statement, Thursday, ZRA said the trucks were carrying 1,202 cases of assorted alcoholic drinks and the seized items could have led to a loss of over K2.6 million. “The Zambia Revenue Authority (ZRA) has unearthed a scam used by importers to smuggle alcohol into the country by concealing it under coal. This discovery comes after ZRA intercepted two trucks in Livingstone carrying 1,202 cases of assorted alcoholic drinks, 11 loose bottles concealed under coal fines. The seized items could have led to a loss of over K2.6 million if not intercepted. The respective trucks had...

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