ACA SEIZES SUSPECTED COUNTERFEIT CASIO CALCULATORS IN EMBAKASI, NAIROBI COUNTY

The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) has seized a consignment of suspected counterfeit Casio-branded calculators during a lawful inspection conducted earlier today in Embakasi, Nairobi County, as part of intensified enforcement operations to curb the circulation of counterfeit goods in the market.

The inspection, led by the Nairobi Regional Manager, resulted in the seizure of 50 boxes containing approximately 6,000 calculators, branded as Casio, model FX-82MS-2-W, which are suspected to be counterfeit.

The goods were seized from Zhu Xuwei SC Limited, with the inspection and inventory process conducted in strict accordance with the provisions of the Anti-Counterfeit Act, 2008. An inventory of the seized goods was prepared on site and witnessed by the business representative to ensure transparency and procedural compliance.

Commenting on the operation, the Director of Enforcement at the Anti-Counterfeit Authority, Mr. Yusuf Osman, said the seizure underscores ACA’s firm and sustained enforcement stance.

“The Anti-Counterfeit Authority has intensified enforcement across the country to dismantle counterfeit supply chains and deny illegal traders access to the market. This operation sends a clear warning to counterfeiters that enforcement will be consistent, decisive, and firmly grounded in the law. We will continue to protect consumers, legitimate businesses, and the integrity of Kenya’s economy,” said Mr. Osman.

Following the seizure, the suspected goods were secured at an ACA-designated depot pending further investigations. These investigations may include verification, sampling, and testing to determine the authenticity of the products, with subsequent action guided by applicable legal and judicial processes.

The Nairobi Regional Manager, Mr. Abikar Abdi, noted that enforcement operations within Nairobi have been scaled up, particularly targeting key distribution points.

“Nairobi is a major commercial hub, and ACA has strengthened inspections to ensure counterfeit goods do not find their way into the market. Traders and importers are reminded that due diligence is critical.Counterfeit goods harm consumers, undermine legitimate businesses, and weaken the economy. We call upon traders and the public to be vigilant, verify the authenticity of products, and refrain from engaging in the trade of suspected counterfeits as ACA continues to enforce the law,” said Mr. Abikar.”

The Anti-Counterfeit Authority reiterates its commitment to safeguarding consumers from counterfeit goods and urges traders and importers to exercise due diligence when sourcing products, including those acquired through online platforms. Dealing in counterfeit goodswhether knowingly or unknowingly poses serious legal and commercial risks.