Authorities swing into action as counterfeits flood market

Despite efforts stamp out counterfeits on the local market, authorities registered an increase in cases related to fake products over the past 12 months. According to reports by Police, the standards body and media, counterfeits and substandard products have flooded the local market. A week ago, counterfeit and illicit goods, including pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and alcoholic drinks valued at over Rwf140 million were seized during the “Fagia OPSON II” operation conducted by Rwanda National Police (RNP). During a similar operation in 2015, only Rwf14.9 million worth of good were impounded.
An RSB employee explains how machines are used to test the quality of construction materials work. / File.
An RSB employee explains how machines are used to test the quality of construction materials work. / File.
Times Reporter