A major milestone was achieved with the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between GSA and the China Automotive Technology and Research Center (CATARC) at the 2026 World Automobile Standards and Innovation Conference (WASIC 2026) held in Shenzhen, China, from May 27 to 29, 2026.

The partnership seeks to promote:

• Harmonization of automotive standards
• Recognition of conformity assessment procedures
• Verification of test reports and certificates
• Collaboration in testing, inspection, certification and R&D
• Capacity building and technical cooperation
• Investment in automotive testing infrastructure in Ghana

During the conference, Hon. Samuel Jabanyite, Deputy Director General – General Services, GSA delivered a presentation on GSA’s role in Ghana’s auto industry emphasizing the new vehicle homologation procedures and intended conformity assessment protocols for imported used vehicles.

He also shared Ghana’s perspective on sustainable automotive development in Africa, highlighting the need for stronger harmonization and regional cooperation to support industrial growth and safe, sustainable mobility.

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The launch, which was held at the AH Hotel in Accra, also brought together stakeholders in the organic produce sector to discuss issues confronting the sector and solicit ideas to improve the scheme.

Addressing participants at the launch, the Director-General (DG) of the GSA, Professor George Agyei, indicated that the initiative would support the production of safe and healthy food by encouraging farming methods that avoid synthetic fertilisers, prohibited pesticides and other harmful substances.

Prof. Agyei explained that many Ghanaian farmers currently depended on external certification programmes, which often cost thousands of dollars and limited their ability to access lucrative export markets.

He noted that support from the German Government, the Ministry of Food and Agriculture, academia and other stakeholders had enabled Ghana to establish a credible certification system that would enhance the competitiveness of local producers on the global market.

He added that the certification scheme would position Ghana as a key organic certification hub in West Africa, allowing producers from neighboring countries to access certification recognized in European, American and other international markets.

Prof. Agyei cautioned manufacturers and exporters against the illegal use of the GSA certification logo, indicating that enhanced security features, including QR code technology, had been introduced to verify authenticity.

He warned that offenders risked prosecution under the law, adding that products bearing fraudulent certification marks could be detected through international testing systems and information-sharing mechanisms.

He further disclosed that the Authority had established the necessary laboratory infrastructure and was finalizing processes for implementation of the scheme.

Also speaking at the event, the Component Head of Invest for Jobs at GIZ Ghana, Mrs. Eunice Agyeiwah Agyepong, indicated that the partnership between GIZ and the GSA began in 2022 to develop Ghana’s first nationally managed organic certification scheme supported by a strong testing and conformity assessment framework.

She noted that significant progress had been made through stakeholder engagements, development of standards and operational procedures, and capacity building for GSA personnel.

Mrs. Agyepong added that a joint learning visit by officials of GSA and Invest for Jobs to an internationally accredited certification body in India in 2025 had provided practical insights that helped shape Ghana’s framework and strengthen institutional capacity.

She expressed confidence that the scheme would make certification more accessible, enhance competitiveness, support regional trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area, and position Ghana as a credible supplier of high-quality organic products.

The event was held on the theme, “Advancing sustainable agriculture through credible organic certification.”

The GSA is establishing a national Organic Certification Scheme aimed at enabling Ghanaian farmers and agribusinesses to access premium international markets and benefit from the growing global demand for organic products.

As part of the scheme, the GSA is introducing an official Organic Certification Logo to verify products approved for safe public use.

The logo was developed by the Public Relations Department of the GSA.

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Mr. Grueter, who was accompanied by his Finance Director, Mr. Charles Atuahene noted that his institution has high respect for GSA and was confident that the meeting would yield a positive result and strengthen the partnership between the two bodies.

“It’s an honor to meet the DG and his team. We are confident that this meeting will yield a great result and will strengthen the partnership between GSA and my institution,” he said.

Prof. Agyei, on his part, expressed the Authority’s commitment to protecting consumers and empowering local businesses and assured them of his support to weed out sub-standard and counterfeit machetes on the market.

“We are committed to protecting consumers and empower business, manufacturers and in doing so we build capacity of them to deliver. We will work with you to help weed out sub-standard products on the market,” Prof. Agyei noted.

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The meeting focused on strengthening partnerships to promote fair trade, protect consumers, and ensure that goods and services within the region conform to approved standards. Both parties expressed their commitment to working together to eliminate substandard products and improve the quality of goods and services available to the public.

Discussions also covered the expansion of Ghana Standards Authority activities through the establishment of offices within selected Metropolitan, Municipal, and District Assemblies across the region. The Regional Minister welcomed the initiative and assured the Authority of the necessary support and provision of office facilities to facilitate its implementation

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Speaking during an engagement with a delegation from the Ghana National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (GNCCI) on Tuesday, June 9, 2026, Prof. Agyei warned that non-compliance with standards is the single greatest impediment to Ghana’s export performance.

“Standards should not be seen as a bureaucratic burden. They should be seen as a competitive advantage for our businesses. Because once trust is broken, nobody will follow you again,” he said.

The GNCCI delegation was at the GSA to discuss matters of mutual interest, particularly how to strengthen the existing collaboration between the two bodies to the benefit of the Ghanaian business community.

Mr. Stephen Miezan, the President of the Chamber, said his team was also  seeking a collaboration with the GSA to build the capacity of members to know and understand the basic standards on trade.

Prof. Agyei noted that strong local markets, built on quality, are the foundation for successful regional and global expansion. “A product that doesn’t meet standards is leaving a borrowed time. Sooner or later you break up the market,” he said.

The Director-General used the occasion to commend the Chamber for its proactive approach to standards advocacy among its members, describing the two institutions as natural allies with complementary mandates.

He urged the Chamber and its members to partner with the GSA adding that the leisure of the Authority is to see businesses booming across the country.

Mark Badu-Aboagye, the Chief Executive Officer of the Chamber, thanked the GSA for the fruitful engagement and its commitment to deeper collaboration on standards training, conformity assessment, and metrology.

“I see your work as very important and the Chamber is ready to support you,” he pointed out.

Also in attendance were top management members of the GSA including Dr. Awal Mohammed, Deputy Director-General in charge of Operations; Hon. Samuel Jabanyite, DDG-GEN; Mr. Francis Kojo Eshun, DDG-CAS and Ms. Barbara Wuttor-Asem, Acting Director of Administration.

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