Beekeepers will need certificates in the proposed new tough rules

Bakari Musa Mushenga (L) from Savannah Honey inspect the apiary belonging to Joseph Vita Nabella (R) at his farm located Sabatia area in Vihiga County. [Nanjinia Wamuswa, Standard]

It will be illegal to keep bees for commercial purposes unless in an apiary if a government-backed Bill is passed by Parliament.

The Livestock Bill, 2021 sponsored by Majority Leader Amos Kimunya contains several provisions with far-reaching implications on bee keepers.