The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has made a significant announcement highlighting two critical appointments in international standardization bodies.

Caroline Outa-Ogweno has been appointed the Chair of the International Organization for Standardization Committee on Conformity Assessment (ISO/CASCO) for the 2024-2025 term.

Caroline's selection is a testament to her remarkable expertise and unwavering dedication to the field of conformity assessment.

Currently serving as the Mount Kenya Regional Manager at KEBS, the bureau says Caroline brings an impressive wealth of experience to her new role.

With over two decades of rigorous involvement in Conformity Assessment activities, she has acquired the depth of knowledge and skills necessary to make a significant impact on the global stage.

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KEBS also said that in this distinguished position, Caroline is poised to assume a monumental platform to shape and refine international standards in conformity assessment.

"Caroline Outa-Ogweno, currently serving as the Mount Kenya Regional Manager at KEBS, brings an impressive wealth of experience to her new role," KEBS said in a press release.

"With over two decades of rigorous involvement in Conformity Assessment activities, she has acquired the depth of knowledge and skills necessary to make a significant impact on the global stage."

Her contributions are expected to extend far beyond Kenya's borders, fostering a positive impact on industries, products, and services worldwide.

This appointment KEBS said underlines its steadfast commitment to upholding quality, safety, and environmental responsibility through strict adherence to rigorous standards.

"This appointment underscores KEBS' unwavering commitment to upholding quality, safety, and environmental responsibility through adherence to rigorous standards. Caroline Outa-Ogweno's leadership in ISO/CASCO serves as a resounding affirmation of KEBS' dedication to its core mandate," KEBS said.

In another remarkable development, Zacharia Lukorito, the Acting Director of Standards Development and Trade at KEBS, has been elected to the prestigious International Organization for Standardization Technical Management Board (ISO/TMB).

Lukorito's election not only marks a significant personal achievement but also positions KEBS as the sole African entity on the ISO/TMB—a distinction held by only 15 out of ISO's 164 member countries.

According to KEBS, Lukorito's election to the ISO/TMB stands as a testament to his exceptional qualifications and unwavering commitment to the field of standards development.

His leadership role on this influential board signifies a remarkable achievement for KEBS and an unprecedented milestone in its history.

"Zacharia Lukorito's election to the ISO/TMB is a testament to his exceptional qualifications and dedication to the field of standards development," KEBS said.

"His leadership role on this influential board signifies a remarkable achievement for KEBS and an unprecedented milestone in its history."

The ISO/TMB plays an important role in shaping global standards, and Zacharia's appointment ensures that KEBS is not only represented but also has a voice at the highest level of international standardization.

This recognition elevates Kenya's standing within the global standardization community and reinforces KEBS' commitment to promoting quality, safety, and environmental responsibility.

KEBS stated that Lukorito's appointment aligns seamlessly with its strategic objectives, particularly its vision to enhance Kenya's leadership in international standardization activities.

With its collective expertise, KEBS said it is poised to make substantial contributions to global standards.

"The appointment of Zacharia Lukorito aligns seamlessly with KEBS' strategic objectives, particularly its vision to enhance Kenya's leadership in international standardization activities," the bureau said.

"KEBS is poised to make significant contributions to global standards, thanks to the collective expertise within its ranks."

"Zacharia Lukorito's role on the ISO/TMB is a testament to KEBS' dedication to excellence and its mission to drive international standardization forward," the statement said.

These two appointments reflect a remarkable moment in KEBS' history, signifying its growing influence and prominence in international standardization.

Caroline Outa-Ogweno and Zacharia Lukorito's exceptional qualifications and pivotal roles in ISO bodies are set to advance the cause of international standardization, benefiting not only Kenya but also the global community as a whole.