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The country is losing millions of shillings through proliferation of counterfeit food products and sub-standard construction materials, the Kenya Bureau of Standards (Kebs) has said.“Market surveillance indicates that some imported products do not conform to regulations with respect to health, safety and environmental requirements,” said Mr Patrick Nduati, Principal Secretary for Investment and Industry. The standardisation body has consequently constructed a North Rift regional office and laboratories to curb entry of inferior goods. The office will serve the North Rift and parts of western regions, including Bungoma and Busia counties.“The laboratories will further enhance testing and calibration services to support industries that have a major impact in the region, such as flour, milk and tea sectors,” said Mr Nduati. |