Nairobi County to Carry Out Annual Inspection of Weighing and Measuring Equipment
The Nairobi County Government has officially announced that it will carry out its annual verification and inspection of all weighing and measuring instruments within the county. The exercise is set to begin next week and will cover all traders operating in Nairobi.
According to a notice issued by the county, traders are required to present their equipment at designated stamping stations. At these stations, trained Weights and Measures inspectors will conduct the verification process to ensure that all devices are accurate and comply with the law.
The county’s Head of Public Service, Godfrey Akumali, stated that the verification exercise will run from February 16 to May 28, covering all sub-counties. He emphasized that the exercise is part of the county’s ongoing efforts to maintain fair trade, protect consumers, and ensure correct pricing of goods in the market.
For traders with permanently fixed equipment—including machines that weigh more than 500 kilograms, are delicate to move, or are located more than 20 kilometers away from a stamping station—inspectors will carry out on-site inspections.
Such traders are advised to notify the inspector at least three days before the scheduled verification and provide detailed information about the type, capacity, and exact location of their equipment. This ensures that the exercise can be carried out smoothly without disrupting business operations.
The county’s notice cited the Weights and Measures Act, CAP 513 Section 27 (1-8) (Revised Edition 2012 [1993]), as the legal framework guiding this process. The law mandates that all weighing and measuring instruments must be regularly inspected to maintain accuracy and fairness in trade.
To facilitate the exercise, a total of 46 stamping stations will be set up across all wards in Nairobi County. Inspectors will be stationed at these points on the dates indicated in the county’s official schedule. Traders are encouraged to plan ahead and ensure that their equipment is ready for inspection during the exercise period.
This announcement comes shortly after the county government launched a new cashless platform for liquor licensing applications.
The platform, unveiled last week, is designed to streamline the licensing process, reduce the need for traders to physically visit government offices, and minimize corruption.
Chief Officer for Hustler and Business Opportunities, Lydia Mathia, explained that the system empowers traders by allowing them to apply for licenses from their own premises.
She added that it improves revenue transparency, reduces costs for entrepreneurs, and makes it easier for businesses to comply with county regulations.
By combining modern technology with traditional inspection practices, the Nairobi County Government aims to create a fair, transparent, and efficient business environment, ensuring that consumers get accurate measurements and traders operate on a level playing field.
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