Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS), in partnership with Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT), has launched a five-day ISO/IEC 17025:2017 Implementation and Internal Audit Training for staff from Biotrace Laboratories Limited. The training, taking place from 13th to 17th July 2026 at JKUAT's Innovation and
Every day, governments around the world introduce new regulations to protect human, animal and plant health, safeguard consumers, and protect the environment. While these measures serve legitimate public policy objectives, they can also affect international trade if exporters are unaware of changing requirements. Timely access to regulatory information is therefore
Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) has reaffirmed its commitment to nation-building through a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) outreach programme aimed at promoting the National Values and Principles of Governance among learners in Kakamega and Bungoma counties. Conducted from 29th June to 1st July 2026, the initiative brought together learners, teachers, and
Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) has accredited the International Organization for Migration (IOM) Kenya's Migration Health Assessment Centre (MHAC) Nairobi Laboratory to ISO 15189:2022 – Medical Laboratories – Requirements for Quality and Competence. The accreditation covers the laboratory's scope in Clinical Chemistry, Microbiology (Mycobacteriology), and Immunology (Serology), demonstrating
As Africa marked Public Service Day 2026 under the theme "Enhancing Public Sector Institutions and Empowering Multi-Stakeholder Partnerships to Achieve Universal Water Availability and Safe Sanitation by 2063," attention was drawn to one of the continent's most pressing development priorities—ensuring access to safe water and
KENAS Chairman and the CEO recently participated in the National Productivity and Performance Conference 2026 held at the Kenya School of Government (KSG), Kabete. The conference brought together leaders from the Executive, Legislature, and Judiciary to deliberate on productivity as a key driver of fiscal sustainability and efficient service delivery.
Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) recently engaged the Kenya Industrial Research and Development Institute (KIRDI) to explore opportunities for collaboration in conformity assessment activities that support innovation, industrialization, and enterprise development. The discussions focused on how conformity assessment can support innovators and Micro, Small and Medium Enterprises (MSMEs) beyond traditional testing
The Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS), in collaboration with the State Department for Industry, convened a Virtual Stakeholder Validation Forum on the proposed Kenya Accreditation Service (Amendment) Bill, 2026, the Accreditation (General) Regulations, 2026, and the Accreditation (Fees) Regulations, 2026. The forum brought together representatives from Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs), government
Strong quality infrastructure is essential for facilitating trade, protecting consumers, and enhancing the competitiveness of businesses. As counties continue to play an increasingly important role in economic development, partnerships between national and county institutions are critical in creating an enabling environment for enterprise growth and industrialization. In this regard, the
Fish and fish products pass through multiple stages before reaching consumers—from harvesting and landing to handling, processing, transportation, and marketing. Ensuring quality, safety, and traceability at every stage of this value chain is critical to protecting consumers, supporting sustainable fisheries, and enhancing market access. It is against this backdrop
Investing in the Future Through Digital Learning As technology continues to reshape the world of work and learning, access to quality digital infrastructure has become increasingly important in preparing learners for the opportunities and challenges of the future. Equipping schools with modern ICT facilities not only enhances teaching and learning
As part of the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations, KENAS hosted a Business Clinic Breakfast Meeting aimed at increasing awareness of accreditation and its benefits to businesses and industry. The engagement brought together business representatives, industry stakeholders, conformity assessment bodies, and quality professionals for discussions on how accreditation supports compliance,