At the KENAS World Accreditation Day 2026 Conformity Assessment Breakfast Forum held at Weston Hotel, Nairobi, our CEO emphasized the transformative role of accreditation in strengthening innovation, building trust, and advancing sustainability across Kenya’s quality ecosystem. Bringing together medical laboratories, testing and calibration facilities, inspection bodies, manufacturers, agro-processors, MSMEs and other key players, the forum provided a dedicated platform for open dialogue on how accreditation serves as a strategic enabler of business growth rather than a regulatory burden. He underscored that recent developments in Kenya’s legal and regulatory framework now firmly position accreditation as a cornerstone of quality infrastructure—opening opportunities for organisations to enhance credibility, meet regulatory requirements with confidence, and access regional and global markets. KENAS remains committed to expanding accreditation coverage, deepening engagement, and strengthening capacity to better serve conformity assessment bodies across the country. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #Accreditation #QualityInfrastructure #Trust #Innovation #KENAS @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

Speaking during the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations, Ms. Kungu underscored the transformative role of accreditation in enhancing quality, building consumer confidence, strengthening market competitiveness, and supporting sustainable industrial growth. At KENAS, we remain committed to delivering trust through internationally recognized accreditation services that drive innovation, facilitate trade, and promote continual improvement across all sectors. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026 #Accreditation #QualityInfrastructure @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

World Accreditation Day 2026 brought together a diverse community of stakeholders united by a shared commitment to strengthening quality, trust, and competence in Kenya’s National Quality Infrastructure. The collective engagement throughout the celebrations reflected the importance of collaboration in advancing robust conformity assessment systems that support trade, enhance regulatory effectiveness, improve consumer protection, and drive sustainable economic growth. The interactions, knowledge exchange, and shared reflections during the event underscored the value of continued partnership in building a strong and credible quality ecosystem that meets both national and international expectations. The event reaffirmed that sustained collaboration among all stakeholders is key to strengthening confidence in accredited services and advancing Kenya’s quality agenda. KENAS extends its sincere appreciation to all stakeholders for their continued engagement and support in advancing the accreditation agenda. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026 #KENAS @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

A powerful reflection on the role of quality and credibility in driving Kenya’s industrial transformation. As we advance national efforts to build a value-adding, export-driven, and investment-attractive economy, accreditation and robust quality systems remain central to achieving this vision. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026 #KENAS @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

Mr. Anthony Njaramba, Chief Executive Officer of the Water Services Providers Association (WASPA), delivered remarks during the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations, highlighting the critical role of accreditation in strengthening consumer protection, enhancing service quality, and building trust across regulated sectors. He emphasized the importance of collaboration between regulators, industry players, and conformity assessment bodies in advancing standards that safeguard consumers and promote accountability and continuous improvement. Mr. Njaramba reaffirmed WASPA’s commitment to working with KENAS and other stakeholders in strengthening quality assurance systems and supporting a culture of compliance, professionalism, and excellence within the sector. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026 #KENAS #WASPA #Accreditation #QualityAssurance @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE @WASPAKenya @ANTHONYNJARAMBA

What ensures you can trust a medical test, a school bus inspection, or road safety checks? 👉 Accreditation. KENAS today engaged @mwatufm listeners on how accreditation strengthens trust, safety, and quality across key sectors. #Accreditation #WAD2026 #Trust #Quality

Tũkomanie Mwatu FM! Join @muenidor1 and @Mmutetei on #TwitweIta as they discuss accreditation and why it matters. Twithiwa tuinenanisya ũndũ wa quality, trust na accreditation. #Accreditation

Ms. Felista Nyakoe, Manager – Testing Laboratories, delivered a heartfelt Vote of Thanks during the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations, expressing sincere appreciation to all participants, stakeholders, and partners whose collective effort made the event a success. She extended gratitude to the Government of Kenya, represented by the Chief Guest, for the insightful address that set the tone for the day’s deliberations and reaffirmed the importance of accreditation in strengthening national quality infrastructure, enhancing trust, facilitating trade, and supporting public safety and sustainable development. The remarks also recognized the invaluable contribution of the KENAS Board of Management, management, and staff for their leadership, coordination, and dedication, as well as all stakeholders from government, industry, academia, regulatory bodies, conformity assessment bodies, and development partners for their active participation and engagement, which enriched the discussions and reinforced a shared commitment to advancing quality and competence. KENAS extends its sincere appreciation to all stakeholders for their continued support and partnership in advancing the accreditation agenda in Kenya and beyond. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026 #KENAS #Accreditation #QualityInfrastructure @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

Some moments from the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations. A day filled with insightful discussions, meaningful connections, and a shared commitment to strengthening Kenya’s quality and accreditation systems. The engagements underscored the importance of accreditation in enhancing trust, supporting regulatory effectiveness, and enabling competitiveness in both local and international markets. The event also provided a valuable platform for networking and collaboration, bringing together diverse stakeholders to exchange experiences and reaffirm their collective role in advancing a robust National Quality Infrastructure. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026 #KENAS #Accreditation

As we commemorate World Accreditation Day 2026, we celebrate the assessors and technical experts whose expertise, integrity, and commitment to excellence ensure confidence in accredited services across the country. Their work strengthens trust in conformity assessment, supports regulatory effectiveness, and enhances the global recognition of Kenyan products and services. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026 #KENAS #Accreditation @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

This year's World Accreditation Day highlights the important role accreditation plays in supporting quality, innovation, trade, and sustainable development. Together, we continue to build confidence in conformity assessment and strengthen the national quality infrastructure. Through accredited testing, inspection, certification, calibration, and medical laboratory services, accreditation enhances trust in products and services, facilitates market access, supports regulatory effectiveness, and safeguards public health and safety. It remains a critical tool for driving competitiveness, fostering innovation, and advancing sustainable economic growth. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026 #KENAS #Accreditation @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana

Ongoing high-level panel discussions during the World Accreditation Day 2026 commemoration are bringing together scheme representatives from across key conformity assessment sectors, including product certification, testing, medical laboratories, inspection bodies, and calibration laboratories. The session features distinguished experts and practitioners including Alex Mogata Nyamumbo (Kenya Bureau of Standards – Product Certification Body), Dr. Lucy Kanyara (KEMRI Air Quality Laboratory – Testing Laboratory), Dr. Eunice Ombati (Eumake Diagnostic Laboratory – Medical Laboratory), Mr. Peter Gichui (Ebenezer Commercial Works Ltd – Inspection Body), and Mr. Ambrose Joel (F&S Scientific Ltd – Calibration Laboratory). The panel is sharing insights on quality assurance systems, regulatory compliance, laboratory excellence, and the role of accreditation in strengthening service delivery and global competitiveness. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026 #KENAS #Accreditation #QualityAssurance @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

Ms. Doris Mueni, Manager – Laboratories, expertly chairs the Assessor Awards and Recognition session during the World Accreditation Day 2026 commemoration, guiding the programme in celebrating excellence, professionalism, and contribution to Kenya’s accreditation system. The session highlights the invaluable role of assessors in strengthening Kenya’s national quality infrastructure, ensuring competence, impartiality, and credibility across conformity assessment bodies. Through their dedication, assessors continue to uphold international standards and support Kenya’s competitiveness in regional and global markets. #WorldAccreditationDay2026 #WAD2026 #KENAS #Accreditation @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE @muenidor1

The World Accreditation Day 2026 commemoration is ongoing at Weston Hotel, Nairobi, with stakeholders from government, industry, and conformity assessment bodies gathered to reflect on the role of accreditation in strengthening national quality infrastructure and supporting economic transformation under the Bottom-Up Economic Transformation Agenda (BETA). The Principal Secretary, State Department of Industry, represented both the Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industry, and the Chief Guest, the Head of Public Service. In remarks on behalf of the Cabinet Secretary, it was emphasized that accreditation is a strategic pillar for Kenya’s industrialization and trade competitiveness agenda. It enables global acceptance of Kenyan exports, strengthens regulatory credibility, enhances investor confidence, and supports integration into regional and global value chains. Priority sectors such as manufacturing, agro-processing, pharmaceuticals, textiles, renewable energy, and the digital economy were highlighted as dependent on credible and internationally recognized quality assurance systems. Ongoing reforms within the Ministry were outlined, including increased reliance on accredited conformity assessment bodies, alignment of technical regulations with international standards, strengthening of trade and standards legislation, digitization of trade processes, and enhancement of the Kenya Accreditation Service (KENAS) legal framework, including provisions towards mandatory accreditation. In the keynote address on behalf of the Head of Public Service, accreditation was reaffirmed as a key enabler of BETA, supporting agriculture, MSMEs, manufacturing, healthcare, housing, and the digital economy through improved trust, quality, and performance. Public sector reforms on results-based management, performance contracting, digital transformation, and service delivery were highlighted, with accreditation positioned as a governance tool that enhances transparency, accountability, and evidence-based decision-making. The Government reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Kenya’s national quality infrastructure, enhancing institutional coordination, and promoting adoption of accredited systems across MDAs. Assessors were recognized as critical to maintaining competence and credibility within the system. The Chief Guest officially declared the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations open. @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

Celebrating excellence, dedication, and professionalism in strengthening Kenya’s quality infrastructure during the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations. KENAS recognized outstanding assessors across its various schemes for their exemplary contribution to maintaining competence, consistency, and integrity in the accreditation process. The awards honoured Team Leads, Technical Assessors, and Technical Experts whose commitment continues to uphold confidence in conformity assessment systems. From Medical Laboratories to Inspection and Certification Bodies, these professionals play a critical role in ensuring that accreditation in Kenya remains credible, robust, and internationally aligned. Congratulations to all the award recipients for their well-deserved recognition and continued service to excellence. #WAD2026 #KENAS #AccreditationWorks #QualityInfrastructure #BuildingTrust #ExcellenceInAccreditation @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE

Prof. Dickson Andala, CEO National Research Fund (NRF) graced the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations, reflecting the strong and growing collaboration between KENAS and NRF in advancing Kenya’s research, innovation, and quality ecosystem. The continued cooperation underscores a shared commitment to strengthening quality infrastructure, supporting innovation-led development, and enhancing the role of research in driving evidence-based decision-making, competitiveness, and sustainable growth. #WAD2026 #KENAS #NRF #InnovationTrustSustainability #QualityInfrastructure #BuildingTrust @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE @nrfkenya @NRFKenyaCEO

Focused attention as stakeholders engage with key discussions shaping the future of accreditation, quality assurance, and Kenya’s competitiveness in global markets. These exchanges continue to reinforce the importance of strong quality infrastructure in enabling innovation, enhancing consumer confidence, and supporting sustainable economic growth. #WAD2026 #BuildingTrust #KENAS #QualityInfrastructure #InnovationTrustSustainability @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @IndustryKE @MITIKenya

Moments between sessions capture the spirit of connection and collaboration as conversations on quality, trust, and innovation continue to unfold throughout the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations, with a shared focus on the vital role of accreditation in strengthening confidence, competence, and global recognition of conformity assessment systems. These interactions reflect the value of bringing together diverse stakeholders to exchange ideas, strengthen partnerships, and deepen understanding of how accreditation underpins credible testing, inspection, and certification systems that support trade, safety, and sustainable development. #WAD2026 #KENAS #BuildingTrust #QualityInfrastructure #AccreditationWorks @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana @MITIKenya @IndustryKE @GovLeeKinyanjui

At the World Accreditation Day 2026 celebrations at Weston Hotel, Nairobi, Principal Secretary, State Department of Industry, Dr. Juma Mukhwana, underscored the central role of quality infrastructure in advancing Kenya’s industrial transformation agenda. He emphasized that true industrial competitiveness goes beyond production, highlighting the need for credible standards, reliable testing, traceable measurements, and strong regulatory systems to support innovation, market access, and global trust in Kenyan products and services. He further reaffirmed Government’s commitment to strengthening the National Quality Infrastructure and supporting MSMEs to integrate quality systems as a pathway to competitiveness, inclusion, and participation in regional and global value chains. #WAD2026 #KENAS #QualityInfrastructure #IndustrialTransformation #BuildingTrust #AccreditationWorks @MITIKenya @IndustryKE @WalterOngeti @DrJumaMukhwana