Kenya Minute.
Sunday, 5 July 2026
Kenya’s news, on the hour · Est. 2026
Sunday, 5 July 2026
Nairobi—:—London—:—New York—:—Beijing—:—
Kenyan press · Organization

Kenya Bureau of Standards

Also known as: KEBS

Standards regulator that warns manufacturers against impostors, launches product quality regulation reviews, and combats counterfeit goods bearing its logos.

2026-04-242026-07-05
Share on WhatsApp

In coverage

Verbatim sentences from the source article.

  1. April 2026

  2. Capital News

    … Technical teams, in consultation with the Kenya Bureau of Standards and the National Standards Council, conducted a comprehensive assessment before approving the measure. …

    Govt Temporarily Relaxes Fuel Standards Amid Global Supply Disruptions

  3. The Standard

    … According to the CS, the request underwent a comprehensive technical review in consultation with the Kenya Bureau of Standards and the National Standards Council before approval was granted. …

    Govt relaxes fuel standards to avert shortages amid global supply strain

  4. The Standard

    … Establishing a pool government service fee of say Sh3000 per container to support the National Environment Management Authority (NEMA), KEPHIS, Agriculture and Food Authority (AFA), Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), KNRA, and all other agencies, for example, could be considered,” …

    Port users decry increased levies by state agencies

  5. The Standard

    … The Kenya Bureau of Standards, the Kenya Revenue Authority, and every agency with a hand in border control and food safety must answer for how Sh1.5 billion worth of industrial sugar slipped through. …

    Industrial sugar scandal an indictment on regulatory authorities

  6. Citizen Digital

    … These debates reflect the direction of Kenya’s National AI Strategy 2025–2030 and emerging standards on ethical AI use, as reflected in the Kenya Bureau of Standards’ draft Code of Practice. …

    OPINION: The drama festival needs a Creator Playbook
Politics

Government seeks amendments to cybercrime law against AI threats

The News

The Interior Principal Secretary says the government is seeking to amend the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, 2018 to address emerging cyber threats driven by artificial intelligence, citing gaps in the existing legal framework. Kenya lost KSh29 billion to cyber attacks in 2024, nearly double the KSh15 billion in 2023, according to government data.

Why it matters

Government seeks cybercrime law amendments to address AI threats as Kenya battles cyber attacks that cost 29 billion shillings in 2024 alone.

2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 2 July

  1. Government seeks amendments to cybercrime law against AI threats

    The Interior Principal Secretary says the government is seeking to amend the Computer Misuse and Cybercrimes Act, 2018 to address emerging cyber threats driven by artificial intelligence, citing gaps in the existing legal framework. Kenya lost KSh29 billion to cyber attacks in 2024, nearly double the KSh15 billion in 2023, according to government data.

    2 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Wednesday 1 July

  1. Government strengthens cybersecurity amid AI-driven threats

    Kenya's government is stepping up efforts to strengthen cybersecurity systems and establish responsible AI governance, warning that evolving digital technologies are creating new threats to national security, public trust, and the digital economy. The Principal Secretary for Internal Security noted that digital transformation has improved public service delivery but also widened exposure to cyberattacks.

    1 July 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Government strengthens cybersecurity and AI governance frameworks

    The government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening Kenya's cybersecurity systems and developing robust governance frameworks for artificial intelligence, citing growing cyber threats as the country's digital economy continues to expand. The Interior PS said Kenya's rapid digital transformation has boosted economic growth and improved public service delivery, but has also heightened exposure to cyber risks.

    1 July 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Government commits to strengthening cybersecurity and AI governance

    Kenya's government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cybersecurity systems and developing governance frameworks for emerging technologies including AI to protect the digital economy. The Principal Secretary for Internal Security noted that while digital transformation has expanded public service access—with eCitizen hosting over 24,000 government services and serving 15 million users—it has also widened Kenya's cyber risk landscape.

    1 July 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 30 June

  1. Government calls on regulators to rebuild public trust before summit

    Prime Cabinet Secretary Mudavadi has urged Kenya's regulatory agencies to spearhead efforts to rebuild public confidence in governance ahead of the inaugural Global Trust Summit scheduled for October. Mudavadi said strong, credible institutions are the foundation of public trust and national development, and urged regulators to identify measurable reforms that will improve service delivery and strengthen public confidence.

    30 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Thursday 25 June

  1. TotalEnergies fleet renewal to cut transport emissions by 3,700 tonnes

    TotalEnergies Kenya unveiled 161 new Euro 4/5 compliant heavy commercial vehicles to replace older units nationwide, aiming to reduce transport-related carbon dioxide emissions by 3,700 tonnes annually while improving fuel efficiency from 5.8 to 3.5 litres per kilometre.

    25 June 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 23 June

  1. Kenya should measure public sector productivity, not just spending

    An opinion piece argues that Kenya's government should shift from controlling expenditure to measuring the value and productivity of public institutions—ensuring service excellence and fiscal sustainability through institutionalized productivity measurement rather than compliance-focused spending controls.

    23 June 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 22 June

  1. Kenya's future depends on building value-driven citizenry

    An opinion piece argues that Kenya's progress requires citizens to abandon tribalism, corruption and bribery, and embrace habits of honesty and fairness taught across families, schools and religious institutions.

    22 June 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 16 June

  1. Parliament investigates Kibos raw sugar imports for consumer safety

    Kenya's National Assembly Departmental Committee on Trade, Industry and Cooperatives has launched investigations into the importation of raw sugar at Kibos Sugar Company in Kisumu, which is deemed unfit for direct human consumption. The committee is tracing the movement of the consignment from the Port of Mombasa to verify that legal, health and safety procedures were followed.

    16 June 2026 · The Standard →

  2. KEBS warns manufacturers against fake officials posing as inspectors

    The Kenya Bureau of Standards has urged businesses to verify the credentials of individuals claiming to be KEBS officials, as imposters are exploiting the bureau's mandate to extort manufacturers. Manufacturers can verify staff by requesting official ID and staff numbers, then texting the staff number with a hash sign to 20023 to confirm identity.

    16 June 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 12 June

  1. High Court orders KRA to pay Sh3m in unfair dismissal case

    The High Court in Mombasa has ordered the Kenya Revenue Authority to pay Sh3 million to manager Collins Bosire, whom Justice Kibera Ocharo found was unfairly terminated for auctioning a Volkswagen Passat in 2007 without a Kenya Bureau of Standards certificate.

    12 June 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 11 June

  1. Ruto's diplomatic visits aim to expand Kenya's trade and investment

    President William Ruto has undertaken diplomatic visits across Tanzania, Azerbaijan, Kazakhstan, South Africa, Belgium and Finland to strengthen economic and strategic cooperation, with officials saying the engagements aim to lower the cost of doing business, support job creation and improve economic opportunities. The long-term impact depends on implementation of agreements reached, and the trips remain subject to public and policy debate regarding their cost versus potential economic gains.

    11 June 2026 · The Standard →

  2. Rift Valley leads Kenya in illicit alcohol seizures

    Between January 2024 and May 2026, security agencies confiscated 493,073 litres of illicit alcohol in Kenya's Rift Valley region, the highest volume in the country, according to data presented to Parliament by the Deputy Inspector General of Police. Arrests related to illicit alcohol offences in the region fell from 16,040 in 2024 to 532 in the first five months of 2026, which police attributed to progress in efforts to curb the trade.

    11 June 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 8 June

  1. Kenya leads AI adoption but struggles with regulation

    Kenya recorded the world's highest usage rate of AI tools in 2025, with 42.1% of internet users aged 16 and above reporting active use of AI-powered technologies, yet faces challenges balancing AI empowerment with surveillance and manipulation risks, according to reports cited in this opinion piece.

    8 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Friday 5 June

  1. KRA says petroleum supply oversight limited to customs, tax roles

    Kenya Revenue Authority told the Senate its role in the petroleum supply chain is limited to customs clearance, tax assessment, levy collection, transit control, and trade facilitation, with procurement and importation remaining the sole mandate of the petroleum ministry.

    5 June 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 4 June

  1. Kenya's GMO approval process meets global standards, NBA tells court

    The National Biosafety Authority has defended Kenya's legal and regulatory framework for genetically modified organisms in a High Court reply, stating the country has established comprehensive safeguards anchored on international agreements including the Cartagena Protocol on Biosafety (ratified in 2003), national legislation, and detailed regulatory guidelines developed over the years.

    4 June 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Saturday 23 May

  1. Four arrested in Nakuru illicit alcohol crackdowns

    Four people have been arrested in two separate operations targeting second-generation illicit alcohol in Nakuru County. Police seized cartons of expired alcoholic drinks and counterfeit stickers bearing KRA and KEBS logos, and recovered litres of chang'aa and ethanol intended for illegal trade.

    23 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. Accurate measurements critical for consumer protection and policy credibility

    Experts at World Metrology Day 2026 commemoration warned that unreliable measurement systems in everyday products like bread, meat, and fuel lead to unfair trade, weak policies, and loss of public trust. Trusted, accurate measurements are essential for sound governance, market fairness, and strengthening economies across health, agriculture, energy, and consumer protection sectors.

    23 May 2026 · The Standard →

Friday 22 May

  1. KEBS launches review of product quality regulations

    The Kenya Bureau of Standards has launched public consultations on proposed regulations to strengthen oversight in product certification, laboratory testing and measurement systems, following concerns raised at a Meru stakeholder forum about substandard goods, inconsistent laboratory results and inaccurate measurement practices.

    22 May 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 21 May

  1. High Court declines to fast-track fuel price petition

    Justice Roselyne Aburili declined to certify as urgent a petition by Francis Awino challenging fuel price increases announced by EPRA for the May 15 to June 14, 2026 cycle, directing him to serve all respondents before inter partes directions on June 2. The increases triggered a nationwide transport strike on May 18; EPRA later reduced diesel prices by Sh10.06 per litre on May 19, but matatu operators rejected the adjustment as insufficient and suspended the strike for one week to allow for government-level negotiations.

    21 May 2026 · The Standard →

Tuesday 19 May

  1. Law Society of Kenya challenges EPRA fuel price increase in court

    The Law Society of Kenya has filed a petition in the High Court seeking to suspend the May/June 2026 fuel price increase announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority, arguing the hike is unconstitutional, opaque, economically punitive, and lacked adequate public participation.

    19 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  2. LSK files court case challenging government fuel price formula

    The Law Society of Kenya has filed a case before the High Court in Nyamira accusing the government of using an opaque formula to set diesel, petrol and kerosene margins, and arguing that Kenya's price calculations do not reflect true global trends. LSK is seeking a court order to compel the government to disclose a full breakdown of the price build-up for fuel, including landed costs, taxes, levies, margins, and the specific utilisation of the Petroleum Development Levy Fund.

    19 May 2026 · The Standard →

Monday 18 May

  1. Activist files petition to halt fuel price increases in court

    A Nairobi-based activist has filed a constitutional petition at the Milimani High Court seeking to suspend EPRA's fuel price increases for May 15 to June 14, 2026, claiming the decision violates constitutional rights and lacks transparency. The petition also calls for the Treasury Cabinet Secretary and EPRA to disclose full fuel pricing details.

    18 May 2026 · The Standard →

Sunday 17 May

  1. High Court challenge filed against EPRA fuel price adjustments

    A petitioner has filed a constitutional case at Kenya's High Court seeking to suspend EPRA's latest fuel price adjustments for May 15–June 14, 2026, arguing the decision lacked public participation, transparency, and accountability, and violates fair administrative action standards.

    17 May 2026 · Capital News →

  2. Petitioner challenges fuel price hikes as unconstitutional

    Francis Awino has filed a petition in the High Court seeking to suspend fuel price increases announced by the Energy and Petroleum Regulatory Authority (EPRA), arguing the move is unconstitutional, economically punitive, and lacks transparency.

    17 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

  3. Activist petitions court to block May-June fuel price increases

    A consumer rights activist has filed a constitutional petition challenging fuel price increases for May 15 to June 14, 2026, in which Super Petrol rose by Sh16.65 per litre and Diesel by Sh46.29 per litre, arguing the hikes are unconstitutional and economically harmful. The petition names EPRA, the National Treasury, the Attorney General and KEBS as respondents, and also contests the 8 per cent VAT on petroleum products and a temporary adjustment of fuel standards.

    17 May 2026 · The Standard →

Thursday 14 May

  1. Kenya's fragmented food safety system needs urgent reform

    Kenya has experienced recurring food safety crises, including a recent recall of peanut butter brands with aflatoxin levels far exceeding legal limits. The opinion piece argues that the country's food safety regulation is spread across multiple fragmented laws and agencies, creating a regulatory vacuum that leads to reactive crisis management rather than prevention at the source.

    14 May 2026 · The Standard →

Wednesday 13 May

  1. MPs investigate 27,000 tonnes imported sugar's handling

    Kenya's National Assembly Committee on Trade, Industry and Cooperatives is investigating the whereabouts of more than 27,000 metric tonnes of imported sugar deemed unfit for human consumption, which was imported by Mombasa Sugar Refinery Limited. Officials from the Kenya Sugar Board told lawmakers the consignment was secured in a customs bonded warehouse at the Port of Mombasa and was never diverted into the local market.

    13 May 2026 · Capital News →

Tuesday 12 May

  1. Kenya Sugar Board denies harmful sugar released into market

    The Kenya Sugar Board has dismissed claims that harmful sugar worth Ksh1.5 billion was imported, repackaged, and released into the local market, stating that no industrial sugar has been allowed for human consumption and the consignment remains under strict control.

    12 May 2026 · Citizen Digital →

Monday 11 May

  1. Indigenous knowledge as investable asset for Kenya's economy

    Kenya's cultural heritage and indigenous knowledge, historically marginal to economic planning, are emerging as a powerful economic asset through sectors like ethical fashion, organic agriculture, and traditional medicine. Cultural exports already contribute 2.8 per cent of Kenya's total exports, though much of the indigenous economy remains informal and undocumented, and the country has established progressive frameworks including the Protection of Traditional Knowledge and Cultural Expressions Act (2016) to protect and commercialize this knowledge.

    11 May 2026 · The Standard →

Kenya Bureau of Standards — Kenyan press coverage · Kenya Minute