Why Kenya must safeguard its construction industry via quality materials

To protect the interests of every Kenyan who aspires to build and construct, this country requires strict adherence to standards, rigorous testing, law enforcement, and a transparent supply chain.

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Product integrity — or the lack thereof — is an issue we rarely discuss in Kenya, despite its grave consequences to both human life and the economy.

Apart from food standards, where safety concerns directly and usually affect public health, most other products seem to escape the same scrutiny. Take for instance construction materials.

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