Locals want certification simplified as KEBS insists on qualityLocal manufacturers have urged Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) to reduce the cost of certification and simplify the process to encourage locals to join the manufacturing sector. “The process of certification is tedious. She said if things don’t change for the better, women entrepreneurs would be forced to keep product innovation and trade to themselves which would discourage growth. KEBS has, however downplayed the challenges that come with certification and instead encouraged local entrepreneurs to take certification positively and ensure their products are of high quality. The KEBS Director of Market Surveillance, Caroline Outa, says the agency has set lower rates for SMEs to encourage youth and upcoming entrepreneurs to embrace certification.

Source: Standard Digital April 29, 2019 13:41 UTC