About the Conference
The International Accreditation Conference 2025 is a high-level conference is designed to provide a strategic platform for dialogue, innovation, and collaboration among key stakeholders in the accreditation and quality infrastructure ecosystem.
The Future of Accreditation in the Digital Age
AI, blockchain, and automation are enhancing accreditation, with cybersecurity and digital systems ensuring secure, efficient quality assurance.
Sustainability and Impact
This shows accreditation’s critical role in sustainable development and environmental health.
Policy and Trade
Combines trade facilitation, MRAs, MSMEs, and sector-specific market access. It is also ideal for drawing participation from industry associations, exporters, development banks, and trade agencies.
Technology and Innovation
Explores how digital transformation anchored in automation, AI, cybersecurity, and data driven systems is equipping accreditation bodies to respond to 21st-century challenges.
Quality Systems Strengthening
Merges construction, transport, and infrastructure development with accreditation’s impact on public health safety and national development.
Capacity Building and Resource Mobilization
Ties together the institutional side of accreditation building systems, securing funding, and engaging key stakeholders.
Featured Speakers
The International Accreditation Conference brings together a distinguished panel of experts and leaders shaping the future of quality assurance across Africa and beyond. From heads of regulatory bodies and government representatives to specialists in standards, conformity assessment, and digital transformation, our speakers offer rich insights on the evolving role of accreditation in supporting sustainable development, trade, and innovation. Their diverse perspectives will foster meaningful dialogue on strengthening trust, enhancing competitiveness, and promoting global recognition through robust accreditation systems.
H.E. Dr. William Samoei Ruto
President, Republic of Kenya
Dr. William Samoei Ruto is the 5th President of the Republic of Kenya. With a strong background in leadership, governance, and economic transformation, he champions digital innovation, youth empowerment, and sustainable development across the continent. His keynote address will focus on the role of accreditation in advancing Africa's global competitiveness.
Hon. Musalia Mudavadi
Prime Cabinet Secretary and Cabinet Secretary - Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs
Hon. Wycliffe Musalia Mudavadi is a Kenyan politician and land economist who is currently serving as the Prime Cabinet Secretary of Kenya.
Hon. Aden Duale
Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Health
Aden Duale is a seasoned political strategist and vocal leader, known for his unwavering stance on national security and governance.
Hon. Lee Kinyanjui
CS,State Departments for Industry
Pioneer in trade, infrastructure, and urban economic growth.
Hon.Wycliffe Oparanya
CS,Ministry of Co-operatives & MSMEs Development.
Wycliffe Oparanya is a seasoned economist and former Kakamega Governor, recognized for his role in devolution and grassroots development in Kenya.
Hon.Eric Muriithi Muuga
CS,Ministry of Water, Sanitation and Irrigation.
A highly qualified civil engineer and Kenya’s youngest Cabinet Secretary nominee for Water, Sanitation and Irrigation, known for his academic excellence, technical expertise in water resource engineering, and humble roots in Meru County.
Dr. Juma Mukhwana
PS for the State Department of Industry in MITI.
Specializes in industrial policy and local manufacturing development.
Hon. Abubakar Hassan Abubakar
PS,State Departments for Investment promotion
Abubakar embodies the synergy of legal prowess, financial acumen, and investment expertise.
Hon.Mary Muthoni
PS,Public Health and Professional Standards
She has underscored the government’s commitment to quality, safety, and accountability in healthcare delivery.
Dr. Walter Ongeti
CEO KENAS
Specializes in strategy, governance, and institutional leadership.
Dr. Ahmed Kalebi
DKL Laboratory
Specializes in pathology, lab medicine, and public health innovation.
Mrs Caroline Outa
Vice President CASCO and Regional Manager - Lake Region - Kenya Bureau of Standards
Specializes in international conformity assessment and standardization.
Ms Esther Ngari
Managing Director – Kenya Bureau of Standards
Specializes in international conformity assessment and standardization.
Dr. Andrew Edewa
Director, Standards and SPS Measures at TradeMark Africa (TMA)
Specializes in food safety, trade standards, and agro-food systems.
Dr. Hermogene Nsengimana
Secretary General – Africa Regional Organization for Standardization (ARSO)
Developing and reviewing policies, rules, regulations and corporate related strategies in Pharma.
Ms. Lisa Carnahan
Deputy Director of the Information Technology Laboratory at NIST
Specializes in cybersecurity, privacy, and IT standards development.
Dr. Scott Steedman
Director-General Standards and Executive Director, British Standards Institution (BSI)
Pioneer in engineering standards and global standardization policy.
Dr. Celestine Okanya
Chief Executive Officer - Nigeria National Accreditation System (NiNAS) and Chair of the Africa Accreditation Cooperation (AFRAC)
Pioneer in engineering standards and global standardization policy.
Dr. Tito Kodiaga
CEO- LABWORKS and Strategic Environmental Assessment (SEA) Consultant and Team Leader
Pioneer in engineering standards and global standardization policy.
Ms. Linda Itindi
CEO - Soleil Solutions Africa
Expert in environmental compliance and aviation safety systems
Kenya Association of Manufactures.
Pioneer in engineering standards and global standardization policy.
Exhibitors
Gain direct access to over 1,000 high-level attendees, including policymakers, industry leaders, and accreditation professionals. Showcase your innovations and services in a dynamic space that boosts visibility and fosters meaningful engagement. Amplify your global presence through extensive media coverage and position your brand at the center of international discussions on quality infrastructure and accreditation.
Our Sponsors & Partners
We gratefully acknowledge the support of our sponsors and partners who make this event possible.
Event Schedule
7:00 AM - 07:30 AM
Arrival of Planning team (KENAS)
7:30 AM - 8:00 AM
Exhibition Tour
8:00 AM - 8:30 AM
Registration (KENAS/Event management team)
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM
Entertainment
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Opening Session, KENAS (Master of Ceremony)
- National Anthem & Prayers
- Welcome Address
- Introductory Remarks
- KENAS Purpose
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM
Opening Address (Dr. Walter Ongeti- KENAS CEO)
9:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Keynote Address (Speaker)
Global Accreditation Systems - A strange Tool for Trust
10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sponsor's Privilege (Sponsor)
10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Tea/Coffee & Networking Break
11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Plenary I: (Moderator, Rapporteur, Panellists)
Sub- Theme: POLICY & TRADE
Topics of Discussion
- Accreditation for Market Access & Global Trade
- MRAs: Reducing Technical Barriers to Trade
- Enhancing Competitiveness of Local Products
- Supporting MSMEs with Accreditation to Scale & Export
- Aligning Regional Standards & Trade Harmonization
- International and regional accreditation corporations
- Legal framework governing accreditation in Kenya
12:00 PM - 12:10 PM
Sponsor's Privilege (Sponsor)
12:10 PM - 13:00 PM
Breakout Session I: POLICY & TRADE(Moderator, Rapporteur, Panellists)
Breakout Session I: Sector-Focused Accreditation
Topics of Discussion
Room 1
- Sector-Focused Accreditation: Manufacturing, Electronics, Calibration, testing labs
Room 2
- Sector-Focused Accreditation: Pharma, Medical, public health
Room 3
- Sector-Focused Accreditation: Bodies dealing with registration of persons
1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Lunch & Networking Break
2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Breakout Session II(Moderator, Rapporteur, Panellists)
Sub-Theme: Quality Systems Strengthening
Topics of Discussion
Room 1
- Infrastructure and the Built Environment
- Transport Safety Initiatives, Standards and Technology
Room 2
- Enhancing Public Sector Performance through Accredited Services
- Strengthening healthcare systems through accreditation
Room 3
- Enhancing Public Sector Performance through Accredited Services
3:30 PM - 4:00 AM
Exhibition tour
4:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Tea/Coffee & Networking Break
4:30 PM - 5:30 AM
Remarks by International Accreditation Oversight Bodies (e.g ILAC,IAF ISO ) (Reps, ILAC, IAF, ISO, MC)
6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Welcome Networking Cocktail (Sponsor)
Join global leaders in accreditation to explore how trust, innovation and cooperation shape a sustainable future.
Discover transformative accreditation practices, explore capacity-building opportunities, and help shape global standards for a more trusted and sustainable world.
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