How digital markets are fuelling multi-billion illicit trade in Kenya

Counterfeits are estimated to cost the economy losses exceeding Sh 100 billion every year.

by JACKTONE LAWI

Business18 March 2025 - 10:30

In Summary

Fresh findings have shown that digital platforms in Kenya have emerged as the new frontier for the sale of counterfeit goods.
Counterfeiting has reached crisis levels, with online marketplaces and social media platforms emerging as hotspots for the sale of fake pharmaceuticals, electronics.

Anti-Counterfeit Authority CEO Mbugua Njoroge at a past event /FILE

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