Rwanda FDA Newswire

Rwanda FDA chief arrested amid crackdown on illicit liquors

KIGALI, Aug. 13 (Xinhua) -- The Rwanda Investigation Bureau (RIB) on Thursday announced the arrest of Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) Director General Emile Bienvenu as part of a nationwide crackdown on illicit alcoholic beverages. Bienvenu …

Rwanda FDA boss among 18 officials arrested amid crackdown on illicit alcohol 

KEBS clears five Kenyan alcohol brands suspended by Rwanda FDA after fresh tests

KENYA – The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has cleared five Kenyan alcoholic beverage brands temporarily suspended by the Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA), saying fresh laboratory tests confirmed their compliance with applicable safety and …

NAFDAC To Strengthen Regulation Of Blood, Blood Product For Public Health Safety

News Investigators/ The National Agency for Food and Drug Administration and Control (NAFDAC) says it is strengthening its regulatory framework for blood and blood products in Nigeria for public health safety. According to a statement issued on …

EAC trade tensions simmer as Kenya, Rwanda clash over 5 alcohol brands

Rwanda FDA suspended five Kenyan alcoholic beverage brands on August 5, 2026, triggering an immediate review by KEBS KEBS conducted factory inspections between August 7 and 10, collecting fresh product samples for independent laboratory analysis KEBS is …

KEBS says five alcohol brands suspended in Rwanda meet safety standards

NAIROBI, Kenya, Aug 11-The Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS) has defended the safety and quality of five Kenyan alcoholic beverage brands temporarily suspended in Rwanda, saying fresh inspections and laboratory tests have confirmed that the products comply …

Rwanda Recalls 20 Alcohol Brands

The Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) has ordered the immediate recall of more than 20 alcohol brands after shutting down 12 manufacturing facilities as part of an ongoing crackdown on substandard and illicit alcoholic beverages. The latest …

Owners of Factories Closed in Rwanda’s Alcohol Crackdown Risk 25 Years in Jail

3 RIB Spokesman Dr Thierry B. Murangira (L) and Police Spokesman ACP Boniface Rutikanga, during the joint press conference on Saturday KIGALI — Owners and managers of alcohol factories shut down in Rwanda’s nationwide crackdown on unsafe drinks could face …

Rwanda FDA shuts down eight alcohol manufacturers, orders nationwide recall of product recall over safety concerns

RWANDA – The Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) has ordered the immediate closure of eight alcoholic beverage manufacturing facilities, revoked their operating licences and initiated a nationwide recall of their products over concerns related to …

Rwanda bans 52 alcohol brands, including Kenya's Gilbey's Gin

The Authority ordered a total recall of all the listed products (Photo: paulkagame/Instagram) The Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) has suspended the importation of 52 alcoholic beverage brands and ordered a full recall of products already …

Tanzania’s Konyagi, Kenya’s Gilbey’s Among Foreign Alcohol Now Unwanted in Rwanda

7 Kigali, 05 August 2026 — Rwanda’s Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) has temporarily suspended the importation of dozens of foreign alcoholic brands, ordering an immediate nationwide recall as part of the country’s escalating crackdown on unsafe …

Full list: Rwanda orders suspension and recall of 5 Kenyan alcoholic brands, 47 others

Rwanda FDA issued an emergency directive suspending the importation of 52 alcoholic beverage brands and ordered a nationwide recall of existing stock The affected brands span six countries, including Kenya, India, Tanzania, Uganda, Burundi, and Poland, …

Rwanda suspends importation of several alcoholic beverages

KIGALI, Aug. 6 (Xinhua) -- The Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) has temporarily suspended the importation of more than 50 brands of alcoholic beverages into the country as its crackdown on liquor products continues. In a notice issued on …

Rwanda Suspends Imports of 14 Tanzanian Alcoholic Beverage Listings

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania’s alcoholic beverage industry faces disruption in the Rwandan market after regulators in Kigali temporarily suspended imports and ordered the recall of 14 product listings manufactured in Tanzania. The Rwanda Food and Drugs …

Rwanda suspends imports of 14 Tanzanian alcohol brands in crackdown on unsafe drinks

Kigali. Rwanda has suspended the importation of 14 alcoholic beverage brands from Tanzania as part of a wider regulatory action targeting products that fail to meet required safety and quality standards. The Rwanda Food and Drugs Authority (Rwanda FDA) …

Rwanda destroys 470,000 litres of ethanol as crackdown on illicit alcohol intensifies

RWANDA – Rwanda National Police has begun destroying more than 470,000 litres of ethanol that had allegedly been used in the production of substandard and illicit alcoholic beverages, marking a major step in the government’s ongoing campaign against …

Rwanda FDA closes eight breweries, orders products recall

Rwanda FDA closes eight distilleries, orders products recall

Rwanda orders alcohol recall after deadly poisoning

At least 50 people died and more than 500 were hospitalized after drinking contaminated liquor this year, according to the Health Ministry Rwanda has ordered a nationwide recall of alcoholic beverages and shut down 101 manufacturing facilities following a …

Top Perfume Bottle Manufacturer Expands Innovative Glass Packaging and Home Décor Solutions

ZIBO, SHANDONG, CHINA, August 14, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- **August 14, 2026** — As fragrance brands increasingly recognize the importance of packaging in shaping product identity and consumer perception, **Zibo Great Sailing Light …

Top 10 Reputable Christmas Butter Cookies Suppliers in China 2026: Supporting Seasonal Baking Solutions

Highlighting Chinese Suppliers Providing Christmas Butter Cookies for Retail, Gift, and Seasonal Food Markets CALIFORNIA, CA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- China, August 14, 2026—Christmas butter cookies are a seasonal staple in …

Poké House Releases Guide on What It Takes to Thrive as a Franchise Owner

SAN JOSE, CA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Poké House has shared a new guide outlining the traits and mindset that separate thriving franchise owners from those who struggle, aimed at prospective franchisees evaluating …

ProduceX Partners with Castelo Cold Storage to Bring Agentic AI and Autonomous Workflow to the Fresh Food Supply Chain

Next-generation operational intelligence empowers Castelo Cold Storage to deliver real-time quality assurance, zero-friction compliance, and unique value AUSTIN, TX, TX, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- ProduceX, an AI …

CES Family of Companies Named to the 2026 Inc. 5000 List of America’s Fastest-Growing Private Companies

Chicago-based supplier of food equipment, supplies, and service earns national recognition for rapid growth across its family of brands. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- CES Family of Companies (CES), a leading …

The Best Dirty Lemonade Marks Five Years by Going 'Seven Deep' with Four New Flavors

Born from a son's devotion to his mother The Best Dirty Lemonade celebrates its 5th anniversary with 4 new flavors, store pop-ups, giveaways & events nationwide ATLANTA, GA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- he Best Dirty …

Bucks County Renaissance Faire Returns for Third Annual Labor Day Weekend Celebration

The three-day festival will take place at the historic TileWorks in Doylestown, Sept. 5, 6 and 7, with new entertainment and an enhanced guest experience. DOYLESTOWN, PA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Bucks County …

Historic Cartmel declares itself Britain’s 'Village du Tour' for the Tour de France's historic first visit to Cumbria

Cartmel Village has unveiled ambitious plans to become Britain’s “Village du Tour” to celebrate the Tour de France’s historic visit to Cumbria in July 2027. CARTMEL, CUMBRIA, UNITED KINGDOM, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- From Friday 2 to …

HANDEL’S ICE CREAM CONTINUES MISSOURI EXPANSION WITH NEW LEE'S SUMMIT LOCATION

Celebrate Lee's Summit’s grand opening with Free Ice Cream for a Year for the first 100 guests on August 20. LEE'S SUMMIT’S, MO, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Handel’s Ice Cream, the beloved brand serving ice …

Cincy Light Expands Family with Cincy Splash, Cincinnati's Vodka Soda

Rhinegeist is proud to expand its portfolio to offer fans of the Queen City a new option - Cincinnati’s Vodka Soda - Cincy Splash. CINCINNATI, OH, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Rhinegeist’s Cincy Light is expanding its brand …

Anrico Enterprises Relaunches Corporate Website to Accelerate Commodities Expansion Across Africa and the GCC.

www.anricoenteprise.com goes live online. MIAMI, FL, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Anrico Enterprises has officially relaunched its corporate website at www.anricoenterprise.com, marking a significant step in the company’s …

Taycte Launches First Private Label Products: Organic Hazelnut Spreads From Italy

Co-founder Kajo Kajevic brings his culinary and physiological expertise to two new certified organic spreads, made in Italy and now available in the U.S. LINCOLNTON, NC, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Taycte, the boutique culinary …

Rocky Mountain BBQ Catering Receives 2026 Consumer Choice Award for Bringing Alberta Barbecue to Every Celebration

CALGARY, ALBERTA, CANADA, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Consumer Choice Award is proud to announce that Rocky Mountain BBQ Catering Ltd. has been named the 2026 Consumer Choice Award winner in the Caterers category for Southern Alberta. …

Nijigen No Mori on Japan’s Awaji Island Announces New Exclusive Headband Lineup for 'NARUTO&BORUTO Shinobi-Zato'

AWAJI, JAPAN, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Nijigen No Mori, the anime theme park located in Hyogo Prefectural Awaji Island Park, has announced the launch of three official, high-detail Forehead Protectors (Ninja Headbands) at its popular …

Apollo Bagels Is Now Making New York City's Bagels From Industry City

The Brooklyn Brand’s Ninth Location Doubles as Its Production Flagship, Making 100,000+ Bagels a Week for the City and 8,500-Worker Industry City Campus BROOKLYN, NY, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Apollo Bagels, the New York bagel …

Spiceology Named to Inc. 5000 List of Fastest-Growing Private Companies for The Seventh Time

This recognition underscores Spiceology’s continued growth and commitment to culinary innovation. SPOKANE, WA, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Spiceology, the chef-founded spice company and flavor innovation leader, has been named …

E2open Named a Leader in IDC MarketScape for Worldwide Manufacturing Track-and-Trace/Serialization Solutions 2026

Inaugural assessment recognizes e2open’s connected supply chain platform, industry expertise, focus, and flexible, scalable architecture ADDISON, TX, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- E2open, part of the WiseTech Global Group …

My Food Service License Launches Group Rates Program for Scalable, Affordable Food Manager Certification

My Food Service License launches Group Rates, offering scalable, affordable Food Manager certification solutions for restaurants, franchises, and operators. CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- My Food Service …

Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives unveils four distinctive island celebrations for the festive season

MALDIVES, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cinnamon Hotels & Resorts Maldives is preparing to trade winter chills for warm shores this festive season, with four distinctly themed celebrations unfolding across its island resorts. From …

Expana Launches IQ Forecasts, Adding More than 500 New Price Forecasts Across 16 Commodity Categories

Expana, the agrifood commodity intelligence platform built on independent price reporting, launch Expana IQ Forecasts, adding more than 500 new forecasts. LONDON , LONDON , UNITED KINGDOM, August 13, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Expana Launches …