Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) continues to strengthen Kenya’s scientific and research ecosystem through strategic engagement with higher learning institutions. During a recent visit to Maasai Mara University, Dr. Walter Ongeti, CEO of KENAS, and Mr. Stanslaus Alwyn Masinza, Manager of Calibration Laboratories, toured the university’s state-of-the-art testing laboratories
Every flame that lights a home or fuels an industry begins with trust — trust in quality, safety, and competence. During a visit to Africa Gas and Oil Limited (AGOL), Ms. Felista Nyakoe, Manager – Testing Laboratories, and Ms. Doris Mueni Mengo, Manager – Medical Laboratories at the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS), underscored
In an era where digital transformation shapes every sector, information security has become central to maintaining trust and integrity in accreditation systems. The Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS), through its Principal ICT Officer, Mr. Nurein Banafunzi, facilitated a virtual training session for members of the African Accreditation Cooperation (AFRAC) on ISO/
Clean and safe water is a cornerstone of public health — and the foundation of sustainable development. The Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS), led by Chief Manager, Laboratories, Ms. Lucy Namu, engaged with the leadership, technical managers, and staff of the Athi Water Works Development Agency (AWWDA) — a key institution overseeing bulk
Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) participated in the Kenya–European Union Consultative Workshop on the Economic Partnership Agreement (EPA) Rules of Origin Protocol and the inaugural Special Committee Meeting on Customs and Trade Facilitation, held in Nairobi. Co-chaired by the State Department for Trade and the European Union Delegation in Nairobi,
As part of ongoing engagement with accredited and aspiring laboratories, KENAS Medical Laboratories Scheme Manager, Ms. Doris Mengo, and Testing Laboratories Scheme Manager, Ms. Felista Nyakoe, conducted client visits to Pandya Memorial Hospital, BOMU Hospital, and Cerba Lancet Kenya in Mombasa. These visits are an essential part of the KENAS
When forensic results are trusted, justice is protected. The Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of Justice International Criminal Investigative Training Assistance Program (ICITAP), is advancing the accreditation of forensic laboratories across Eastern Africa. Accreditation to ISO/IEC 17025 (Testing and Calibration Laboratories) and ISO/
At the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF) 2025 held in Algiers, Algeria, the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) was represented by Mr. Mutetei Mutisya, a member of the African Accreditation Cooperation (AFRAC) Marketing & Communications Committee, during the session themed “The Role of Standards in Research and Innovation Management” at the AUC
At the heart of Kenya’s agricultural transformation lies one truth: trust fuels growth. During the Kenya National Research Festival 2025 at Egerton University, KENAS CEO, Dr. Walter Ongeti, moderated a high-impact session on “Creating Awareness and Opportunities for Agricultural Financing.” The conversation drew a crucial connection between accreditation and
In the pursuit of justice, trust in forensic results is everything. The Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS), in partnership with the Government Chemist Department and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), recently participated in a hands-on forensic training session — a powerful demonstration of how quality and credibility underpin every stage of
At the Kenya National Research Festival 2025, the energy of innovation was unmistakable — and at the heart of it all stood a shared vision for credible, globally recognized research. KENAS had the honour of hosting Prof. Romanus Odhiambo, Vice Chancellor of Meru University of Science and Technology, and Prof. Samuel
At the Devolution Conference 2025, the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) is shining a spotlight on one of the most vital yet often unseen pillars of healthcare — accredited medical laboratories. Across Kenya’s counties, particularly in level four and five hospitals, accredited laboratories are playing an increasingly crucial role in protecting
Quality infrastructure begins with trusted results — and that trust is built through accreditation. The Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) is conducting a specialized training on Method Validation & Uncertainty Measurement (MVUM) and Risk Management under ISO/IEC 17025:2017 for the Materials Testing and Research Division (MTRD) under the Ministry of
In a world where competitiveness depends on trust and consistency, quality is not just an act — it’s a habit. The Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) proudly took part in “The Special Session with KENAS,” a highlight of the 3-day training and awareness program organized by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers
"Quality is not an act, but a habit." This timeless quote resonated deeply during the recently concluded Special Session with KENAS, a highlight of the 3-day training and awareness program hosted by the Kenya Association of Manufacturers (KAM) at Tulip Hotel, Nairobi. KENAS was represented by Mr. Masinza,
Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) has successfully concluded its Performance Contract (PC) negotiations for the Financial Year 2025/26, marking a key milestone in strengthening accountability, efficiency, and impact across its operations. The session was led by Board Chair Mr. Ngeny Biwott, Director Ms. Lydia Munialo, CEO Dr. Walter Ongeti, and