KEBS standards Stories

Nestlé faces backlash as Cerelac sold in Kenya, Africa found to have high sugar levels
Lucy Mumbi  |  Dec 10, 2025

An investigation finds Cerelac baby cereals sold in Kenya and across Africa contain high levels of added sugar, unlike European versions, raising publ...

MPs push to replace 1974 Standards Act after talks with KEBS
Maureen Kinyanjui  |  Nov 29, 2025

If approved, the new Standards Act will overhaul KEBS operations, tighten enforcement measures and raise the level of consumer protection across the c...

Manufacturers face heavy penalties for noncompliance with KEBS 0.2 per cent standards levy
Rachael Mutabasi  |  Nov 04, 2025

All manufacturers must pay 0.2 per cent of monthly turnover capped at Sh4 million or face heavy penalties, with exemptions for businesses under Sh5 mi...

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