Bamburi Cement Pushes for Higher Construction Standards Amid Sector Growth

Bamburi Cement PLC Chief Executive Officer, Geoffrey Ndugwa, paid a high-level courtesy visit to the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) Head Office for an introductory meet-and-greet with KEBS Managing Director, Esther Ngari, EBS.

The executive introduction centered on familiarization and strengthening the long-standing relationship between the two organizations within Kenya’s built environment. Both leaders expressed their mutual commitment to safeguarding consumer trust, optimizing product integrity, and supporting sustainable building practices as the sector evolves.

A key focus of the meet-and-greet involved reflecting on shared goals to ensure high-quality construction materials and combat the challenges of substandard products in the regional retail market.

Speaking during the visit, Bamburi Cement PLC CEO Geoffrey Ndugwa underscored the manufacturer’s rigid adherence to rigorous product benchmarks:

“Maintaining strict conformity to national quality standards is not just a regulatory obligation for Bamburi Cement; it is the cornerstone of our corporate DNA. We deeply appreciate KEBS’ unrelenting commitment to market surveillance, robust auditing, and manufacturing facility assessments. Positive collaborations like this ensure that the Kenyan public is protected against structural hazards while securing the longevity of our country’s critical infrastructure projects.”

KEBS Managing Director Esther Ngari welcomed the new CEO and reaffirmed the agency’s ongoing commitment to supporting industry leaders through partnership and open communication:

“Continuous, direct engagement with our primary industry players is key to helping local enterprises meet regulatory criteria seamlessly while scaling up industrial competitiveness. KEBS remains fully dedicated to providing the necessary quality infrastructure, technical expertise, and standardized frameworks that foster industrial growth, environmental sustainability, and consumer protection across the board.”

Moving forward, Bamburi Cement and KEBS look forward to maintaining open communication channels, working together on consumer safety awareness, and participating in technical committees focusing on future-proof eco-materials.