Mutetei Mutisya

KENAS Participates in the 2nd China Certification and Accreditation Conference to Mark World Accreditation Day 2025

Theme: “Conformity Assessment – Synergistic Development with Supply Chain” As part of the global celebrations to mark World Accreditation Day 2025, the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) participated in the 2nd China Certification and Accreditation Conference, held in Shanghai, China, under the theme “Conformity Assessment – Synergistic Development with Supply Chain.” The conference

Accreditation Meets Fintech: How Quality Assurance is Shaping the Future of SME Lending

“Accreditation + API access = smarter lending.” These were the compelling words of Ms. Angela Mwirigi, Head of Digital Banking at Kenya Commercial Bank (KCB), as she addressed participants during the Pre-Conference session of the International Accreditation Conference hosted by the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS). Speaking on the theme “Fintech-Driven Credit Scoring

PS Abubakar Graces World Accreditation Day 2025 Pre-Conference, Champions Accreditation for SME Growth and Investment

The Principal Secretary, State Department for Investment Promotion, Mr. Abubakar Hassan Abubakar, CBS, joined stakeholders at the World Accreditation Day 2025 Pre-Conference hosted by the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS). The event served as a curtain-raiser for the upcoming International Accreditation Conference, set to take place in November 2025. In his

A Gathering of Trust: KENAS Hosts 2025 Assessor Conclave on World Accreditation Day

On World Accreditation Day 2025, the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) brought together the core of its technical workforce—its assessors—for the annual Assessor Conclave, hosted at the Argyle Hotel, Nairobi. Framed under this year’s global theme, “Accreditation: Empowering SMEs,” the event offered a space for reflection, technical updates,

KENAS Joins Hands to Restore Kakamega Forest in Tree Growing Initiative

The Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) recently joined forces with the Kakamega Forest Heritage Foundation (KFHF) in a transformative tree growing initiative at Ileho, Kakamega East Sub County. This noble event is part of Kenya’s broader national agenda to enhance forest cover, restore critical ecosystems, and combat the adverse effects

Accreditation in Action: MP Shah Hospital Laboratory Achieves ISO 15189:2022 Standard

The Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) highlights the successful accreditation of MP Shah Hospital Laboratory to the ISO 15189:2022 standard. This achievement reinforces the vital role of accreditation in improving the quality, reliability, and safety of medical laboratory services in Kenya. Understanding ISO 15189:2022 ISO 15189:2022 is the

KENAS at the 2025 Mater Heart Run: Advancing Quality Healthcare through Accreditation and Compassion

On Saturday, May 31st, 2025, the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) proudly stood in solidarity with thousands of Kenyans at the Mater Heart Run, an annual event that continues to make a life-saving difference in children’s lives across the country. The event, flagged off at the iconic Kenyatta International Convention

Marking World Metrology Day 2025: KENAS Champions Trust through Accredited Measurements

The Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) joined the global metrology community in commemorating World Metrology Day 2025, held under the theme: “Measurements for all times, for all people.” This year’s celebration is particularly significant as it marks 150 years since the signing of the Metre Convention, the pivotal agreement that

KENAS Champions Climate-Smart Economic Integration at Council of Governors Climate Sensitization Meeting

Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) was among key stakeholders participating in a high-level sensitization forum organized by the Council of Governors (CoG), aimed at empowering county governments to integrate climate-smart business practices and climate-resilient investments into local economic development. The meeting took place at the Sarova Imperial Hotel, Kisumu, under the

KENAS at the WASPA Pre-Conference Breakfast Meeting: Championing Quality Water and Sanitation Services through Accreditation

Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) participated in the Pre-Conference Breakfast Meeting of the Kenya Water and Sanitation International Conference & Exhibition 2025, held in preparation for the main event scheduled for 23rd to 27th June 2025 at PrideInn Paradise Beach Resort, Mombasa. The pre-conference meeting brought together sector leaders and stakeholders

KENAS and ARSO Partner to Strengthen African Trade Through Accreditation

Africa is at a turning point in its trade and industrial development. As markets open up under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the need for trusted, high-quality African products has never been greater. To support this vision, the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) and the African Organisation for Standardisation

The Role of Accreditation in International Business: Insights from the Kenya-UK Workshop

Unlocking Global Opportunities Through Accreditation In today's interconnected world, businesses must meet stringent international standards to stay competitive. Accreditation is key to breaking trade barriers, ensuring goods and services comply with global quality and safety benchmarks. The recent Kenya-UK Workshop on Regulatory Development Tools highlighted how accreditation fosters

Accreditation: The Cornerstone of Kenya’s Regulatory and Economic Advancement

A Future Anchored in Trust and Growth Kenya stands at a critical juncture in its economic development. With businesses striving to expand, attract investment, and compete globally, the need for a robust and transparent regulatory environment has never been more urgent. At the heart of this transformation is accreditation, a

International Day of Forests 2025: Nurturing Forests to Nourish People

Forests are the foundation of life, providing food, clean air, water, and livelihoods for millions. This year, the International Day of Forests (IDF) 2025 was marked under the theme: "Forests and Food – Nurture the Forest to Nourish the People." The theme highlights the crucial link between healthy forests

World Water Day 2025: Preserving Glaciers to Sustain Life

Water is life, and glaciers are one of the planet’s most vital water sources. As Kenya joins the world in marking World Water Day 2025, the theme, "Glacier Preservation," underscores the urgent need to protect these ice reserves from climate change and environmental degradation. Though Kenya is

Strengthening Fair Play in the Sports Sector: KENAS Develops Accreditation Criteria for Anti-Doping Laboratories

KENAS convened an anti-doping testing working group meeting to develop a comprehensive accreditation criteria document for anti-doping laboratories. This initiative brings together key stakeholders, including government regulators, research & academia, industry players, and direct & indirect clients, to ensure the guidance document, "Criteria for the Accreditation of Anti-Doping Laboratories,