Govt Directs Kenyans to Stop Using Sure Condoms After Investigation

The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has recalled a batch of Sure lubricated condoms citing quality issues.

As a result, the body is ordering Kenyans to stop using the product. Sure condoms are distributed in public hospitals, schools, and health centers for free under the government programme to reduce the prevalence of HIV and AIDS and to curb STDs.

In a statement on Wednesday, December 11, the Board stated that the product sample tested did not meet the quality standards.

According to the Poisons Board, the affected condoms are drawn from Batch Number 2405055.

“The Pharmacy and Poisons Board draws public attention to the recall of the substandard sure-lubricated condoms dotted, Batch No. 2405055,” noted the statement signed by PPB CEO Dr Fred Siyoi.

He added, “The product samples did not comply with the specifications for the freedom from holes (conductivity) test performed.”