INTERNATIONAL TRADE WITH

KENYA WEBINAR

- This photo captures the commencement of the webinar, with Madam Liya Cherian,
the host, being introduced, along with the introduction of the one guest speaker.

- This documentation highlights the initial topic addressed during the webinar, which
focused on the dynamics of Importation and Exportation in Kenya. Additionally, it
presents an introduction to the sponsoring organization that facilitated this webinar,
held on September 26, 2023.
- This photo provides a visual representation of Kenya's borders, distinguished by color
coding: red represents land borders, blue represents air borders, and maritime borders
are identified. Additionally, the image highlights the presence of inland ports, depicted
in green, within the country's boundaries.

- This photo depicts a segment of the webinar dedicated to the exploration of Kenya's
land borders. Within this section, one of the three distinct border types in Kenya is
extensively discussed, offering comprehensive insights and geographical details
concerning the locations of these land borders throughout the nation
- This photo captures a segment of the discussion within the webinar focused on
Kenya's air borders, encompassing the country's seven international airports. Notably,
it highlights the Jomo Kenyatta International Airport, situated in Nairobi, as the
largest airport in Kenya, and it provides information on the presence of 25 cargo
airlines within the country's airspace.

- This photo is a visual representation of a segment within the webinar that delves into
Kenya's air borders. Specifically, this portion of the webinar explores the vital ports of
entry in Kenya through which a substantial portion of imported goods is received.
- Both of these photos illustrate a segment within the webinar dedicated to discussing
the importation of goods into Kenya. In this particular section, comprehensive
information regarding the essential requirements for importing goods into the country
is provided, shedding light on the necessary procedures and criteria.
- This marks the introduction of a new guest speaker, Mr. Kabue John, who hails from
the Kenya Bureau of Standards. Mr. John's expertise and insights will significantly
contribute to the ongoing discussion and presentation.

- This signifies the start of Mr. Kabua's presentation, during which he will elaborate on
the requisite import standards according to the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS).
Mr. Kabua will provide valuable insights into the standards and criteria necessary for
imports in accordance to KEBS regulations.
- This image visually represents a segment of the webinar that delves into product
certification procedures and highlights the role of the Quality Assurance Department.
Specifically, the department operates within several product certification schemes,
including the Standardization Mark, Food Fortification Logo, Diamond Mark of
Quality, and Import Standardization Mark, aiming to ensure and maintain product
quality and standards.

- This photo is a visual representation of the webinar segment that focuses on product
certification marks employed in Kenya. During this part of the presentation, the
discussion centers on the various certification marks used within the country,
shedding light on their significance and application in ensuring product quality and
standards.
- This image is a visual representation of a pivotal moment in the webinar, where the
paramount significance of product inspection was implied. It highlights the critical
role that rigorous product assessment plays in ensuring and upholding quality
standards.

- This photo serves as a visual depiction of the prerequisites that businesses must
assemble when seeking to import their products.
- This marks the concluding segment of the webinar, during which our host, Madam
Liya Cherian, expressed her gratitude for our active participation and extended her
appreciation for the collaboration with our guest speaker, Mr. Kabua from KEBS.
 Synthesis
The "International Trade with Kenya" webinar, which took place on September 26, 2023,
served as a thorough examination of Kenya's import and export intricacies. The event
initiated with Madam Liya Cherian, the host, extending her warm welcome and introduction
to the attendees. A crucial component of the webinar was the valuable contributions of Mr.
Kabue John, a guest speaker representing the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS), who
provided substantial insights.

A central focus throughout the webinar revolved around the in-depth exploration of Kenya's
border dynamics and its critical entry points. The incorporation of a color-coded visual
system aided participants in distinguishing between different types of borders: land borders,
highlighted in red; air borders, represented in blue; and maritime borders. Moreover, the
webinar underscored the significance of inland ports, depicted in green, underscoring their
crucial role in facilitating international trade within Kenya's territorial boundaries.
Additionally, a dedicated segment provided an exhaustive examination of Kenya's land
borders, furnishing detailed geographical information and insights regarding their distribution
across the nation.

The webinar also delved into the domain of product certification and quality assurance. It
shone a spotlight on the pivotal role played by the Quality Assurance Department in
overseeing various product certification schemes. These schemes included the
Standardization Mark, Food Fortification Logo, Diamond Mark of Quality, and Import
Standardization Mark, with each being meticulously discussed. This emphasis underscored
their critical role in upholding product quality and adherence to standards within the complex
landscape of Kenya's business environment.

The event reached its conclusion as Madam Liya Cherian conveyed her heartfelt thanks to the
attendees and extended her appreciation to Mr. Kabue John for his invaluable insights and
contributions. Throughout the webinar, the significance of product inspection and the
fundamental prerequisites for businesses engaged in the importation of goods into Kenya
were consistently underscored. In summary, the "International Trade with Kenya" webinar
provided a comprehensive, educational, and insightful examination of the essential aspects
pertaining to trade and standards within Kenya's ever-evolving business landscape.
 Proof of Participation