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During the collaboration visit with South African National Accreditation System, KENAS extends sincere appreciation to SANAS and all participating institutions for the enriching technical engagements, peer learning opportunities, and warm hospitality accorded to the delegation throughout the information sharing sessions in South Africa. The engagements with accredited conformity assessment bodies, regulators, technical experts, and policy institutions provided valuable practical insights on strengthening accreditation systems that support economic transformation, market confidence, MSME growth, and inclusive participation while maintaining technical credibility and international recognition. Special appreciation to @the_dtic, @bbbeecommission, @RenRatings, Qualitas Occupational Consulting (Pty) Ltd, Earthinv Lab and Geotechnical Consulting (Pty) Ltd, and Montech Calibration Services (Pty) Ltd for the valuable exchanges and demonstrations that will contribute significantly to strengthening quality infrastructure and regional cooperation across Africa. #KENAS #SANAS #Accreditation #QualityInfrastructure #AfCFTA #MSMEDevelopment #ConformityAssessment #EconomicTransformation #RegionalCooperation #QualityAssurance #AccreditationForGrowth @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @GovLeeKinyanjui @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

KENAS CEO Dr. @WalterOngeti represented KENAS at the @AFRAC_Official MRA Council meeting during the Mid-Year Virtual Meetings, reinforcing efforts to strengthen MRA systems and trust in conformity assessment across Africa. #AFRAC #MRA

AFRAC MCC Mid-Term Virtual Meeting held today, chaired by @Mmutetei with Vice Chair Boniface Badubi delivering his maiden address. The meeting reviewed the 2026 workplan, social media engagement, Global ACI updates and planning for the MCC Strategic Plan. #AFRAC #Accreditation

KENAS in collaboration with SANAS concluded a high-level information-sharing visit in South Africa focused on peer learning, benchmarking, and regional cooperation on accreditation’s role in economic transformation, regulatory effectiveness, MSME growth, and market confidence. The engagements with regulators, CABs, technical experts, and policy institutions provided practical insights into strengthening national accreditation systems that are credible, inclusive, and aligned to development priorities. Key lessons underscored the importance of strong multi-stakeholder partnerships, robust governance and impartiality safeguards, accreditation as an enabler of market access and capacity building, and proportionate compliance frameworks that support inclusivity while maintaining trust in conformity assessment systems. KENAS appreciates SANAS and all participating institutions for their hospitality and valuable technical exchanges that will strengthen quality infrastructure and regional cooperation across Africa. #KENAS #SANAS #Accreditation #QualityInfrastructure #AfCFTA #MSMEDevelopment @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

KENAS Board, led by Chairperson Mr. ngeny Biwott & CEO @WalterOngeti held a retreat in Naivasha to review progress on the 2024–2028 KENAS Strategic Plan and deliberate on key legislative, regulatory & governance reforms. The retreat adopted key resolutions to strengthen accreditation services, stakeholder engagement, compliance & service delivery in Kenya. #Governance #Accreditation

KENAS joins the world in marking #WorldMetrologyDay under the theme: “Metrology: Building Trust in Policy Making.” Accurate measurement builds trust in policy, trade, industry & public services. #Metrology #QualityInfrastructure #KENAS

KENAS participated in the AFRAC Evaluators Working Group (EWG) meeting which focused on matters relating to @AFRAC_Official Peer Evaluators and strengthening the peer evaluation process within the AFRAC MRA framework. KENAS was represented by Medical Laboratories Scheme Manager, Ms. @muenidor1. #AFRAC #Accreditation

ISO 15189:2022 Internal Audit Training by Kenya Accreditation Service 📅 3rd–5th June 2026 📍 Machakos, Kenya 💰 KES 69,740 VAT-inclusive Build competence in internal auditing for medical laboratories aligned with international standards. #ISO15189 #Accreditation #MedicalLabs

Today we celebrate the strength, sacrifice, resilience, and love of mothers everywhere. 💐 At Kenya Accreditation Service, we honour all mothers and mother figures shaping families, workplaces, and communities every day. Happy Mother’s Day! ❤️ #MothersDay #CelebratingMothers

KENAS CEO @WalterOngeti is attending the 3rd Annual Revitalisation and Re-Energisation of Regulatory Authorities and Agencies (RAAs) Conference at South Eastern Kenya University (SEKU), Kitui County. The Conference has brought together senior Government officials, policymakers, regulators, and key stakeholders to discuss strengthening governance, accountability, institutional effectiveness, and measurable regulatory impact in public service delivery under the theme: “Consistent Measurement and Evaluation of Real Regulatory Impact on the Ground.” KENAS remains committed to promoting accreditation, quality assurance, regulatory compliance, and collaboration in support of national development priorities and the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). #KENAS #RAAsConference2026 #Accreditation #QualityInfrastructure @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

KENAS recently held a strategic engagement with the Kenya Leather Development Council to explore how accreditation can support the enhancement of the quality of products and services in Kenya’s leather sector. The discussions focused on strengthening quality infrastructure through accreditation and identifying opportunities to enhance the competitiveness of leather products in both regional and international markets. The engagement also outlined a clear roadmap towards accreditation, including capacity building, scheme development, and institutional collaboration. This partnership marks a significant step towards enhancing the quality, compliance, and global competitiveness of Kenya’s leather sector. #KENAS #Accreditation #QualityInfrastructure #LeatherSector #TradeFacilitation #Standards @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE @GovLeeKinyanjui

Today, we celebrate the dedication, resilience, and hard work of all workers who continue to drive progress and excellence across every sector. At KENAS, we recognize the invaluable contribution of professionals whose commitment upholds quality, competence, and trust in service delivery. Happy Labour Day to all workers across Kenya and beyond. Your efforts build nations and inspire generations. #HappyLabourDay #KENAS #DeliveringTrust @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE @GovLeeKinyanjui

KENAS is conducting a five-day UNIDO Online Assessor Technical Training on ISO/IEC 17065:2012 and ISO/IEC 17067:2013, bringing together participants from Certification Bodies across Africa. The training, facilitated by Mr. Michael Talam and Mr. Carey Ochogo, is aimed at strengthening participants’ technical competence in product certification systems and enhancing the credibility, consistency, and harmonization of conformity assessment practices across the continent. Through this capacity-building initiative, KENAS continues to support the development of competent assessors and the promotion of internationally recognized accreditation practices that facilitate quality, consumer confidence, and regional trade. #KENAS #Accreditation #QualityInfrastructure #ISO17065 #ISO17067 #UNIDO @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

KENAS congratulates @houla_brahim and Mr. Emanuele Riva on the successful convening of the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI) General Assembly held in Prague on 25 April 2026. This milestone event, the third General Assembly and the first since the organisation’s formal launch on 1 January 2026, marks a significant step in strengthening global accreditation cooperation. A key highlight of the Assembly was the signing of Memorandums of Understanding with strategic partners across the global quality infrastructure, including International Organization for Standardization, World Anti-Doping Agency, International Organization of Legal Metrology, and United Nations Industrial Development Organization. These partnerships reinforce Global ACI’s expanding role in advancing international collaboration and trust in accreditation. Membership of KENAS to the Global ACI shows our commitment to enhancing trade facilitation and reducing technical barriers to trade. We look forward to actively contributing to the future milestones of the Global ACI. @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @GovLeeKinyanjui @MITIKenya @IndustryKE @Global_ACI

KENAS conducted a two-day virtual training on the Implementation of ISO 37301:2021 – Compliance Management Systems (CMS), delivered by the British Standards Institution (BSI) trainer Dr. Swapan Purkait for the @KEBS_ke The training equipped participants with practical knowledge on establishing, implementing, maintaining, and continually improving effective compliance management systems aligned with international best practices. It also highlighted the importance of strong governance, risk management, and regulatory compliance in enhancing organizational integrity and performance. This initiative reflects KENAS’ continued commitment to building capacity and supporting institutions in strengthening compliance frameworks and achieving globally recognized standards. #KENAS #ISO37301 #ComplianceManagement #CapacityBuilding #KEBS @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

KENAS successfully conducted a documentation training on ISO/IEC 17025:2017 for the Regional Centre on Groundwater Resources Education, Training & Research in Machakos. The training focused on strengthening documentation practices, enhancing quality management systems, and ensuring compliance with international standards for testing and calibration laboratories. This initiative supports the Centre’s journey towards accreditation, promoting credible and reliable results in groundwater research and resource management. KENAS remains committed to building capacity and supporting institutions in delivering globally recognized and trusted services. #KENAS #Accreditation #ISO17025 #QualityAssurance #CapacityBuilding @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE @GovLeeKinyanjui

KENAS was pleased to participate in the inaugural meeting of the Accreditation Committee (AC) of the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated (Global ACI), held in Prague. Representing KENAS, CEO Dr. Walter Ongeti contributed to key discussions alongside key players in the global accreditation space, supporting the advancement of international accreditation systems. The Accreditation Committee plays a vital role in driving consistency, trust, and global recognition within accreditation systems. KENAS remains committed to contributing to this work and strengthening quality infrastructure for international trade and consumer confidence. #KENAS #Accreditation #GlobalACI #QualityInfrastructure #InternationalCooperation #Standards #ConformityAssessment @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE @Global_ACI

KENAS conducted a three-day training for the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) on the implementation of ISO/IEC 17029:2019 – Conformity Assessment: General principles and requirements for validation and verification bodies. Facilitated by expert trainer Linda Itindi, the training strengthened technical capacity in validation and verification, enhanced understanding of the standard’s requirements, and provided practical insights into applying ISO/IEC 17029:2019 in assessment processes. The sessions also focused on improving competence in developing and managing validation and verification activities in line with international best practice. #KENAS #KEBS #ISO17029 #ConformityAssessment #QualityInfrastructure #Validation #Verification @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

KENAS convened its Technical Committee for Testing, bringing together experts from government, academia, and industry to strengthen Kenya’s accreditation landscape. Chaired by Felista Nyakoe, Manager – Testing Laboratories, the meeting focused on advancing the testing scheme, developing Working Group Terms of Reference, and enhancing capacity through ISO/IEC 17025:2017 awareness. Key discussions addressed national concerns including construction compliance gaps, agricultural chemical safety, aflatoxin risks, and the need for stronger enforcement, public awareness, and stakeholder collaboration. The CEO underscored KENAS’ vision of building an accreditation-driven economy, urging members to champion quality, strengthen technical guidance, and serve as ambassadors of accreditation across their respective sectors. The Committee reaffirmed its mandate to support accreditation decisions and promote consistency in testing practices as KENAS continues to build trust in conformity assessment and quality infrastructure. #KENAS #Accreditation #QualityInfrastructure #ISO17025 @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE