Efforts to curb the proliferation of illicit and counterfeit alcoholic brews in Kenya came into focus today as the Anti-Counterfeit Authority - Kenya appeared before Parliament to contribute to discussions arising from a public petition on illegal alcoholic brews.

The Executive Director of the Anti-Counterfeit Authority - Kenya , Robi M. King'a ,PhD, appeared before the National Assembly Public Petitions Committee at Parliament Buildings, Nairobi, in response to summons on Public Petition No. 2 of 2026 regarding the production, distribution and consumption of illegal alcoholic brews in the country.

He was accompanied by Dr. John Akoten, Director – Research, Policy and Quality Assurance Department (RePPAD), Henry Maina,OGW , Deputy Director – Research and Policy, and Jully Omollo, Ag. Deputy Director – Legal Services.

A multi-agency enforcement team has seized 250 bags of suspected counterfeit fertilizer in Kakamega County, in a major operation targeting illegal agricultural inputs at a critical time for farmers across the country.

The operation, conducted jointly by the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) and Government Chemists, led to the recovery of assorted fertilizer products and packaging materials suspected to be counterfeit.

Among the items seized were various fertilizer bags, a consignment labelled as government subsidy stock marked “Not for Sale,” as well as empty packaging materials believed to have been used for repackaging and distribution of suspected counterfeit products.

A recent multi-agency operation in Molo has brought to light a troubling and growing threat within the agricultural sector; the manufacture and distribution of suspected counterfeit animal feed products.

In the operation, officers from the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), working alongside the National Police Service (NPS), uncovered an illegal production site in the Moto area of Molo town where suspected counterfeit animal salt lick was being manufactured within a residential homestead. The operation led to the seizure of 542 packets of animal salt lick, each weighing 5 kilograms and valued at approximately Ksh 500,000. Also recovered were labels bearing different brand names, sealing equipment and quantities of an unknown substance suspected to have been used in the production process.

KISUMU, KENYA —The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) has seized counterfeit motor vehicle spare parts worth an estimated KSH 30 million during a high-stakes enforcement operation in Kisumu today.

Led by Kisumu Regional Manager Tom Muteti and supported by the National Police Service, the raid targeted a storage facility near the Kachok flyover in Kisumu, intercepting a massive consignment of illicit goods destined for the local market.

The seizure primarily consisted of high-turnover components, including counterfeit spark plugs and brake pads, which were packaged to mimic reputable global brands. These substandard parts were confiscated after intelligence reports pointed to the location as a central distribution hub for fake automotive spares in the Nyanza region.

Nairobi, Kenya, 29th April 2026 — The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) has formally signed the Framework for Joint Recognition of Authorised Economic Operators (AEO), reaffirming its commitment to facilitating legitimate trade while strengthening safeguards against counterfeit goods entering the Kenyan market.

The signing took place during a meeting held at ACA Headquarters in Nairobi between ACA and the Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) AEO team. The ACA delegation was led by the Executive Director, Dr. Robi M. King’a, and included Mr. Lindsay Kipkemoi, Deputy Director Enforcement, Ms. Jully Omollo, Ag. Deputy Director Legal Services, and Mr. Caspar Oluoch, Head of Recordation. The KRA AEO team was led by Ms. Maureen Wanginda.

The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) joined the Kenya Industrial Property Institute (KIPI), Ministry of Investments, Trade & Industry (MITI), students and innovators at Eldoret National Polytechnic to celebrate World Intellectual Property Day 2026 under the theme “IP and Sports: Ready, Set, Innovate.”

Held in Eldoret, a city celebrated for producing world-class athletes, the event placed a spotlight on the value behind sports from athlete brands and team identities to sports merchandise, broadcasting rights, performance technologies and designs.

Officiating the event on behalf of the Principal Secretary for State Department for Industry, Mr. Karanja Njora, Secretary Administration, State Department for Industry, noted that sports is a lucrative and rewarding career, comparable to professions such as medicine, engineering and law. In a speech delivered on behalf of Dr. Juma Mukhwana,CBS Principal Secretary, he emphasized that strong intellectual property protection enables athletes, innovators and enterprises to invest in their talents and innovations with confidence.

What appeared to be an ordinary residential home in Ruringo, within Nyeri town, concealed a dangerous and illegal operation, one that posed a serious threat to public health and safety.
Acting on intelligence, officers from the Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) Nyeri team, working alongside Directorate of Criminal Investigations, Kenya Bureau of Standards, and National Government Administrative Officers (NGAO), conducted a coordinated raid that uncovered an illicit alcohol manufacturing site operating from within the residence.
Inside the house, the multi-agency team found evidence of a well-organized counterfeiting operation. The suspects had set up equipment used for sealing bottle caps and affixing counterfeit excise stamps, mimicking legitimate production processes. Among the items recovered were fake Kenya Revenue Authority (KRA) stamps, thousands of assorted nip caps, sealing tapes, and packaging materials, tools clearly intended to deceive unsuspecting consumers.

The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) has destroyed counterfeit goods valued at over KSh 200M in a major enforcement exercise aimed at protecting consumers, safeguarding legitimate businesses, and preserving the integrity of Kenya’s marketplace.

The destruction exercise, conducted in Athi River, marks a significant milestone in the Authority’s ongoing efforts to combat the proliferation of counterfeit goods across the country. The goods had been seized through coordinated enforcement operations across Nairobi, Eastern and Nyeri regions, including key entry points such as Jomo Kenyatta International Airport (JKIA) and the Inland Container Depot, Nairobi, and had undergone all required legal and administrative processes prior to disposal.

The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA) continues to intensify its crackdown on illicit trade by conducting specialized Product Knowledge Training sessions for its enforcement officers. This ongoing initiative is designed to refine the technical expertise of the frontline team, ensuring they remain equipped to handle the increasingly complex tactics used by counterfeiters. By bridging the gap between industry intelligence and field operations, the Authority is maintaining a proactive stance in its long-term mission to sanitize the Kenyan market.

ACA, Police and DCI Intercept 3,600 Suspected Counterfeit Dettol Soap Bars in Eastern Region

The Anti-Counterfeit Authority (ACA), working jointly with the National Police Service and the Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI), has intercepted a consignment of 3,600 suspected counterfeit Dettol soap bars in Eastern Region, in an operation aimed at protecting consumers from unsafe personal care products.

The seizure followed a complaint received by the ACA Eastern Region Office from Cerberus Investigation and Security Ltd regarding the suspected movement of counterfeit Dettol soap. Acting on the intelligence, the agencies mounted a coordinated operation along the Matuu–Kanyonyo route, where the suspected goods were intercepted before they could reach the market.