NAIROBI, Kenya — The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has refuted recent claims that a consignment of toxic sugar has been cleared for circulation in the Kenyan market, categorizing the allegations as “false and misleading.”
In a statement released on Wednesday evening, the agency sought to reassure the public that no sugar unfit for human consumption has been authorized for sale.
“Our attention has been drawn to statements circulating in the public domain alleging that contaminated sugar is circulating in the Kenyan market,” the standards body stated.
The clarification comes in response to claims by members of the opposition that 25,000 metric tonnes of contaminated sugar had entered the local supply chain.
KEBS explained that all sugar products undergo a strict vetting process.
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“Both locally produced and imported sugar undergo mandatory and rigorous inspection, testing, and certification before being released to the market.”
The agency underscored its continued vigilance and commitment to transparency in protecting consumer health, and it urged Kenyans to disregard contradictory reports.
“We urge the public to disregard unverified and alarming information circulating in the social media and other platforms,” KEBS stated.
The organization concluded by reaffirming its dedication to consumer protection, emphasizing its continuous efforts to enforce safety standards at all times.
