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The PVoC programme, which is scheduled to take effect on October 1, 2026, will require - [GSA, Ridge Hospital Organize Blood Donation Exercise](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/08/gsa-ridge-hospital-organize-blood-donation-exercise/) - In fulfillment of its Corporate Social Responsibility, the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), in collaboration with the Greater Accra Regional Hospital (Ridge Hospital), organised a two-day voluntary blood donation exercise at the GSA Clinic. The initiative was preceded by a sensitisation programme on Tuesday, July 28, 2026, was facilitated by Dr. Ohene Ansah Kissi and Dr. - [GSA Pledges Partnership with ITC to Boost Standards Capacity, Investor Confidence](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/08/gsa-pledges-partnership-with-itc-to-boost-standards-capacity-investor-confidence/) - The Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Professor George Agyei, has reiterated the Authority’s readiness to collaborate with the International Trade Council (ITC) to strengthen standards and conformity system, and help Ghanaian exporters meet demanding global market requirements. He was speaking with an ITC delegation which visited the GSA head office on Thursday, July - [STRICT ENFORCEMENT OF THE NATIONAL VEHICLE HOMOLOGATION AND CONFORMITY ASSESSMENT PROGRAMME FROM 1 OCTOBER 2026](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/08/strict-enforcement-of-the-national-vehicle-homologation-and-conformity-assessment-programme-from-1-october-2026/) - [BSI Representatives Meet GSA Management](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/bsi-representatives-meet-gsa-management/) - On Monday, July 20, 2026, the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) management team met with senior representatives from the British Standards Institution (BSI) to discuss the ongoing partnership between the two Standards Institutions. The partnership programme with the BSI under the UK-funded Standards Partnership Programme, focuses on building technical capacity of GSA and strengthening the quality - [GSA to Collaborate with Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/gsa-to-collaborate-with-association-of-medical-laboratory-scientists/) - On Monday, July 20, 2026, top management members of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), met with the Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists (GAMLS) at the Authority’s head office to strengthen the collaboration between both bodies. The President of the GAMLS, Mr. Eric Kofi Aidoo, stated that their visit is to strengthen collaboration between GAMLS - [GSA Holds Inception, Validation Workshop on Aflatoxin Data Generation](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/gsa-holds-inception-validation-workshop-on-aflatoxin-data-generation/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), in collaboration with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) and the National Codex Committee (NCC), on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, held an Inception and Validation Workshop on Aflatoxin Data Generation at Standards Heights at Ridge in Accra. The workshop, held under the theme: “Promoting National Aflatoxin Surveillance and Standards for - [GSA Steps Up Fight against Sub-standard Electrical Products](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/gsa-steps-up-fight-against-sub-standard-electrical-products/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has announced plans to deepen collaboration with key stakeholders to rid the market of sub-standard electrical products, as part of efforts to curb the rising incidence of fire outbreaks across the country. The initiative will involve closer engagement with regulatory institutions, law enforcement agencies, importers, manufacturers and dealers to ensure - [GSA Engages Stakeholders on Implementation, Enforcement of National Vehicle Standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/gsa-engages-stakeholders-on-implementation-enforcement-of-national-vehicle-standards/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has held a five-day stakeholder engagement programme from Monday, July 20 to Friday, July 24, 2026, on the implementation and enforcement of the National Vehicle Standards (NVS). The event, which took place at the Standards Heights at Ridge in Accra, discussed reforms aimed at strengthening the implementation and enforcement of - [GSA Signs Agreement to Develop Green Hydrogen Code of Practice](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/gsa-signs-agreement-to-develop-green-hydrogen-code-of-practice/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) signed an agreement with Green Power Brains GmbH (Germany) to support the development of a National Code of Practice for Professional Training in Green Hydrogen Production, Storage and Utilisation in Ghana. The agreement marks an important milestone in Ghana’s journey towards establishing a robust framework for green hydrogen technologies. Funding - [AGI, GSA and MoTAI Launch 15th Industry and Quality Awards](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/agi-gsa-and-motai-launch-15th-industry-and-quality-awards/) - The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) and the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MoTAI), on Wednesday, July 22, 2026, launched the prestigious 15th AGI Ghana Industry & Quality Awards. The brief ceremony assembled captains of industry, policymakers, and development partners, who affirmed their commitment to upholding standards and produce - [Korea Environmental Industry & Technology Institute Degelation Engages Director-General on International Greenhouse Gas Reduction Project](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/korea-environmental-industry-technology-institute-degelation-engages-director-general-on-international-greenhouse-gas-reduction-project/) - A delegation from the Korea Environmental Industry & Technology Institute (KEITI) on Thursday, July 9, 2026, called on the Director-General (DG) of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Prof. George Agyei, at the Authority’s head office in Accra. The meeting was held to discuss the implementation of the International Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction Project (IGRP) in - [Road Safety Authority Engages GSA Ahead of 2026 Safer African Helmet Initiative Summit](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/road-safety-authority-engages-gsa-ahead-of-2026-safer-african-helmet-initiative-summit/) - A delegation from the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), together with representatives from the FIA Foundation, an international charitable organisation and Transaid, on Thursday, July 10, 2026, paid a courtesy call on the Director-General (DG) of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Prof. George Agyei, and some senior management of the Authority at the head office - [GSA, GUTA Clarify New EasyPASS Directive](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/gsa-guta-clarify-new-easypass-directive/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) on Thursday, July 9, 2026, met with executives of the Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA) to discuss concerns regarding the new direction of the management of the Ghana EasyPASS Programme. It can be recalled that the GSA in May issued a notice stating that it had assumed direct control - [GSA Participates in National Sanitation Day Clean-Up Exercise](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/gsa-participates-in-national-sanitation-day-clean-up-exercise/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), on Friday, July 10, 2026, joined the nationwide sanitation exercise by undertaking a clean-up activity at the Authority’s Head Office in Accra. The exercise was organized in response to the directive by the President of the Republic of Ghana, H.E. John Dramani Mahama, for a two-day national clean-up exercise after - [GIPC Delegation Calls on Eastern Regional Office of GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/gipc-delegation-calls-on-eastern-regional-office-of-gsa/) - The Koforidua Office of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), on Tuesday July 7, 2026, received a high-level delegation from the Eastern regional office of the Ghana Investment Promotion Centre (GIPC), on a working visit. The purpose of the visit was to formally announce the presence of GIPC in the region to the Authority, discuss avenues - [REVISED PROCEDURE FOR PATTERN APPROVAL OF WEIGHING AND MEASURING INSTRUMENTS](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/07/revised-procedure-for-pattern-approval-of-weighing-and-measuring-instruments/) - [GSA, China Automotive Technology & Research Center Signs MoU to Standardise Chinese Vehicles](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/gsa-china-automotive-technology-research-center-signs-mou-to-standardise-chinese-vehicles/) - As Chinese vehicles, particularly New Energy Vehicles (NEVs), continue to enter the Ghanaian market in increasing numbers, the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) is strengthening collaboration with Chinese Authorities to ensure that imported vehicles and automotive components meet applicable safety, quality, environmental, and performance standards. A major milestone was achieved with the signing of a Memorandum - [GSA, GIZ Launch Organic Certification Logo, Engage Stakeholders on Organic Certification Scheme](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/gsa-giz-launch-organic-certification-logo-engage-stakeholders-on-organic-certification-scheme/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), in partnership with the German Development Cooperation (GIZ), on Monday, June 15, 2026, launched the official Organic Certification Logo to be used as part of an Organic Certification Scheme. The launch, which was held at the AH Hotel in Accra, also brought together stakeholders in the organic produce sector to - [Crocodile Matchets MD Calls on Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/crocodile-matchets-md-calls-on-director-general/) - The Managing Director (MD) of Crocodile Matchets (Ghana) Ltd., Mr. Sjoerd Grueter on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, called on the Director-General (DG) of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Professor George Agyei to discuss a partnership to fight against the proliferation of imported counterfeit and sub-standard matchets in the country. Mr. Grueter, who was accompanied by - [GSA Greater Accra Regional Manager Calls Greater Accra Regional Minister](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/gsa-greater-accra-regional-manager-calls-greater-accra-regional-minister/) - The Greater Accra Regional Manager of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Clement Kwolaga Kubati paid a courtesy call on the award-winning Greater Accra Regional Minister, Hon. Linda Obenewaa Akweley Ocloo, to discuss collaboration in identifying and removing substandard products from the market. The meeting focused on strengthening partnerships to promote fair trade, protect consumers, and ensure that goods - [Standards are our Competitive Advantage – Prof. Agyei tells Chamber of Commerce Delegation](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/standards-are-our-competitive-advantage-prof-agyei-tells-chamber-of-commerce-delegation/) - The Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Professor George Agyei, has urged business leaders to see standards as a route to market growth rather than a regulatory burden. 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 - [Prof. Agyei Adjudged Best Performing CEO at 2026 Ghana Minister of the Year Awards](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/prof-agyei-adjudged-best-performing-ceo-at-2026-ghana-minister-of-the-year-awards/) - Professor George Agyei, Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), has been honored with the prestigious Best Performing CEO Award (State Companies) at the 6th Edition of the Ghana Minister of the Year (MOTY) Awards held at the La Palm Royal Beach Hotel Convention Centre in Accra. The distinguished recognition follows his selection by the - [Parliamentary Select Committee on Trade, Industry and Tourism Pays Working Visit to GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/parliamentary-select-committee-on-trade-industry-and-tourism-pays-working-visit-to-gsa/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, hosted an 18-member delegation from the Parliamentary Select Committee on Trade, Industry and Tourism at its head office in Accra. The visit formed part of the Committee’s effort to acquaint itself with the operations of the Authority, while also engaging GSA management on critical issues - [GSA Meets Steel Manufacturers to Discuss Marking Requirements for Reinforcement Steel Bars](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/gsa-meets-steel-manufacturers-to-discuss-marking-requirements-for-reinforcement-steel-bars/) - The Director-General (DG) of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Prof. George Agyei, together with senior officials of the Authority, on Thursday, June 4, 2026, met with members of the Steel Manufacturers Association of Ghana (SMAG) at the GSA Head Office in Accra. The meeting was held to discuss the compliance period for the implementation of - [Staff Embarks on Public Outreach to Mark World Metrology Day](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/staff-embarks-on-public-outreach-to-marks-world-metrology-day/) - Wednesday, May 20, 2026, marked World Metrology Day and as part of the celebrations, staff at the head office of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), embarked on an outreach at the Shiashie traffic light to sensitise and educate the public on metrology and its importance in daily life and across various industries. The outreach included - [GSA Intensifies Enforcement Efforts, Shuts Down Companies Producing Sub-standard Mattresses](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/gsa-intensifies-enforcement-efforts-shuts-down-companies-producing-sub-standard-mattresses/) - The Ghana Standards Authority, in collaboration with the Police SWAT Team, embarked on a two-day enforcement exercise from May 18 – 19, 2026, at Afienya and Dawhenya in the Greater Accra Region, leading to the shut down of six companies engaged in the production of sub-standard mattresses. The two-day exercise, led by the Greater Accra - [GSA Enforcement Team Shuts Down Section of Ashaiman China Mall Warehouse over Sub-standard Mattresses, Electrical Bulbs](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/gsa-enforcement-team-shuts-down-section-of-ashaiman-china-mall-warehouse-over-sub-standard-mattresses-electrical-bulbs/) - As part of ongoing efforts to rid the market of sub-standard products, the Greater Accra Regional Office of the GSA, on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, shut down a section of the China Mall warehouse at Ashaiman for selling sub-standard mattresses. The enforcement team also cleared sub-standard electrical bulbs from the shelves of the warehouse. The - [GSA Observes World Metrology Day in Techiman](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/gsa-observes-world-metrology-day-in-techiman/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) marked World Metrology Day (WMD) in Techiman on Wednesday, May 20, 2026, bringing together key stakeholders to promote fair trade practices in the country. The celebration, held at the Bonokyempem Hall in Techiman, was chaired by the Omanhene of the Wenchi Traditional Area, Osagyefo Ampem Anye Amoampong Tabrako III. The - [KTU Delegation Seeks Collaboration with GSA to Establish Textile Testing Lab,](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/ktu-delegation-seeks-collaboration-with-gsa-to-establish-textile-testing-lab/) - On Friday, May 22, 2026, a delegation from Kumasi Technical University (KTU), presented a proposal to the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) for collaboration to establish a textile testing laboratory in the university to serve both the Middle and Northern Belts of Ghana. The team sought GSA’s support in providing laboratory equipment and conducting training on - [GSA Delegation Engages Traditional Leaders, Local Authorities ahead of World Metrology Day celebration in Techiman](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/06/gsa-delegation-engages-traditional-leaders-local-authorities-ahead-of-world-metrology-day-celebration-in-techiman/) - A delegation from the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, paid a courtesy call on the Techiman Omanhene, Nana Akumfi Ameyaw IV, and his elders as part of preparations toward the celebration of World Metrology Day (WMD) in the Bono East Regional capital. The delegation, led by Dr Awal Mohammed, Deputy Director-General - [GSA, Germany’s PTB Distribute 50 Weighing Scales to Techiman Traders to Mark World Metrology Day](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/gsa-germanys-ptb-distribute-50-weighing-scales-to-techiman-traders-to-mark-world-metrology-day/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), in partnership with Physikalisch‑Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB), Germany’s National Metrology Institute, has distributed 50 calibrated weighing scales for free, to traders in Techiman as part of activities marking the 2026 World Metrology Day. The action was aimed at promoting fair trade, protecting consumers, and ensuring accurate measurement in markets. Speaking during - [GSA Undertakes Free Calibration of Scales, Medical Devices in Techiman Municipality ](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/gsa-undertakes-free-calibration-of-scales-medical-devices-in-techiman-municipality/) - [GSA, Paint Manufacturers Unite against Sub standard Products](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/gsa-paint-manufacturers-unite-against-sub-standard-products/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has partnered with the Paint Manufacturers Association of Ghana to address the growing influx of sub‑standard paints in the local market. At a meeting held at the Authority’s head office in Accra on Thursday, May 7, 2026, chaired by the Director‑General, Professor George Agyei, both parties explored collective measures to - [Director-General Meets CTVET Officials on National Metrology Training Curriculum](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/director-general-meets-ctvet-officials-on-national-metrology-training-curriculum/) - The Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Professor George Agyei, together with some senior officials of the Authority, on Thursday, May 7, 2026, met with the leadership of the Commission for Technical and Vocational Education Training (CTVET) at the Head Office in Accra. The meeting was convened following a request by the Authority to - [GSA Engages Land- based Fish Processing Establishments on Sector's Evolving Int'l Requirements](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/gsa-engages-land-based-fish-processing-establishments-on-sectors-evolving-intl-requirements/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), through the Fish Inspection Department, hosted an Annual General Meeting for land-based fish processing establishments at its Head office on Tuesday, April 28, 2026. The meeting, which assembled industry stakeholders and GSA officials, was convened to address evolving international requirements, and focused on the European Union’s implementation measures under its - [Greater Accra Regional Office Educates Vendors at Electrofest Fair](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/greater-accra-regional-office-educates-vendors-at-electrofest-fair/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) participated in the two-day Electrofest Fair held from May 1 -2, 2026, at the forecourt of the Accra Metropolitan Assembly (AMA) office. The fair gathered vendors dealing in electrical appliances, clothing, food products, and other household items, creating a platform for businesses to showcase their products and engage directly with - [LANDFILLS2LANDMARKS Officials Visit GSA Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/landfills2landmarks-officials-visit-gsa-director-general/) - A delegation from LANDFILLS2LANDMARKS (L2L), an NGO formed to address a gap in global textile policy, on Thursday, April 30, 2026, paid a courtesy call on the Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Prof. George Agyei, to officially invite him to the institution’s Summit 2026. The delegation was led by the organization's co-founders, Mr. - [Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana Reps Call on GSA Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/importers-and-exporters-association-of-ghana-reps-call-on-gsa-director-general/) - A delegation from the Importers and Exporters Association of Ghana (IEAG), on Thursday, April 30, 2026, paid a courtesy call on the Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), and some senior officials at the Head Office in Accra. The courtesy call focused on exploring avenues for collaboration between GSA and IEAG to strengthen port - [GSA Staff Mark National May Day Celebration in Koforidua](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/gsa-staff-mark-national-may-day-celebration-in-koforidua/) - Staff of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), joined other workers’ union to mark the national Labour Day parade on Friday, May 1, 2026, at the Jackson Pak in Park in Koforidua, the Eastern Regional capital. This year’s celebration, held under the theme: “Pivoting to Growth, Jobs, and Sustainable Livelihoods Beyond Macro-Economic Stability”, brought together 31 - [Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority Officials Learn from GSA’s Homologation Experts](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/sierra-leone-road-safety-authority-officials-learn-from-gsas-homologation-experts/) - A three-member delegation from the Sierra Leone Road Safety Authority (SLRSA), on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, embarked on a study visit to the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) to gain knowledge in Ghana’s systems, policies and regulatory frameworks for the management of over-age and used vehicles. The team, led by Mr. Abubakar Sheriff, Secretary to the - [Director-General Embarks on Familiarization Tour at Tema Port](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/05/director-general-embarks-on-familiarization-tour-at-tema-port/) - The Director-General of the GSA, Professor George Agyei, on Wednesday, April 29, 2026, embarked on a familiarization tour at the Tema Port to deepen his understanding of operations at the country’s major entry point for goods. The visit formed part of the Director-General’s engagements with staff of the Inspectorate Directorate at Tema Port to appreciate - [GSA, NRSA Strengthen Collaboration to Improve Road Safety](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/04/gsa-nrsa-strengthen-collaboration-to-improve-road-safety/) - Mr. Abraham Amaliba, Esq., the Director-General (DG) of the National Road Safety Authority (NRSA), on Wednesday, April 15, 2026, called on his Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) counterpart, Professor George Agyei, to discuss ways and areas to enhance collaboration and improve road safety in the country. The meeting is a follow-up to the investigation that both - [African Development Bank Team Engages GSA Director-General on Strategic Issues](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/04/african-development-bank-team-engages-gsa-on-director-general-on-strategic-issues/) - A delegation from the African Development Bank (AfDB), on Wednesday April 15, 2026, paid a courtesy call to the Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Prof. George Agyei and some senior officials of the Authority at the head office in Accra. The visit discussed independent evaluation of AfDB’s support to Private Sector Engagement (PSE) - [GSA Engages AGI-Greater Accra Members on Importance of Standardisation in Trade](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/04/gsa-engages-agi-greater-accra-members-on-importance-of-standardisation-in-trade/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) on Tuesday, April 14, 2026, met with members of the Greater Accra Branch of the Association of Ghana Industries (AGI) to discuss the role of standards in promoting trade. The meeting, held at the head office of the Authority, was aimed at educating the business owners on how standards, metrology - [GSA Holds Stakeholder Workshop on Implementation of Standards for Recycling and Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/04/gsa-holds-stakeholder-workshop-on-implementation-of-standards-for-recycling-and-recycled-polyethylene-terephthalate/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), on Tuesday, March 31, 2026, held a stakeholder workshop on the implementation of National Standards for Recycling and Recycled Polyethylene Terephthalate (rPET).The engagement, convened at the World Bank Office in Accra, brought together key stakeholders including representatives of GSA, World Bank, Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MoTAI), Ministry of - [GSA Educates Traders, Public on Certification Mark, Importance of Weighing Scales in Trade](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/04/gsa-educates-traders-public-on-certification-mark-importance-of-weighing-scales-in-trade/) - Staff of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), on Tuesday, March 31 and Thursday, April 2, 2026, engaged the public during a market outreach programme held at the Tema Community 1 and Makola Markets, respectively. The exercise was aimed at educating traders and consumers on the importance of weighing scales in trade, promoting the patronage of - [Media General Delegation Visits GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/04/media-general-delegation-visits-gsa/) - The management of Media General, a leading media company in Ghana, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026, paid a courtesy call on the Director-General of the GSA, Prof. George Agyei, at the head office of the Authority in Accra. The courtesy call was to discuss potential collaborations with the Authority in public education campaigns on standards - [GSA Warns Firms on Construction Standards Compliance](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/03/gsa-warns-firms-on-construction-standards-compliance/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has warned that companies that failed to comply with construction standards would face the full rigors of the law. The Authority said it would continue to strengthen testing procedures in the construction sector and review standards to ensure they were fit for purpose. Mr. Samuel Abdulai Jabanyite, Deputy Director-General in - [GSA Intensifies Enforcement, Shuts down Shops Selling Substandard Paints in Adabraka](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/03/gsa-intensifies-enforcement-shuts-down-shops-selling-substandard-paints-in-adabraka/) - On Thursday, March 19, 2026, the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), in collaboration with the Police SWAT team, embarked on an enforcement exercise in Adabraka, closing down several shops for selling substandard paint products. The exercise, led by the Greater Accra Regional Office, follows weeks of sample collection from the affected shops for laboratory testing. The - [GSA hosts steering committee meeting on National Metrology Institute II Project](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/03/gsa-hosts-steering-committee-meeting-on-national-metrology-institute-ii-project/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), in partnership with the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB), Germany’s National Metrology Institute, has hosted a steering committee meeting to discuss the second phase of the ‘Establishment of a Fit-for-Future’ National Metrology Institute (NMI) project, an initiative designed to modernise Ghana’s metrology system and align it with global best practices. The meeting, - [GSA Engages Stakeholders on Cannabis Standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/03/gsa-engages-stakeholders-on-cannabis-standards/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) on March 16 and 17, 2026, engaged key stakeholders in a two-day consultative meeting on the development of draft Ghana Standards for the cannabis value chain at Standards Height, Accra. The engagement assembled experts and industry players to review and discuss the proposed standards to ensure they are aligned with - [GSA, German Research Institute, Educate Jamestown Community on Safe, Sustainable Construction Practices](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/03/gsa-german-research-institute-educate-jamestown-community-on-safe-sustainable-construction-practices/) - Officials from the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) and German's Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM), on Tuesday, March 10, 2026, engaged residents and artisans of the Jamestown community on safe and sustainable construction practices. The residents were educated on the Standards for cementitious materials as well as methods of mixing concrete. The Deputy - [BAM Team Visits GSA to Review Partnership](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/03/bam-team-visits-gsa-to-review-partnership/) - A delegation from the German Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing (BAM) visited the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, to review progress made under the Institutional Partnership Agreement between Germany and Ghana, which seeks to strength quality infrastructure in Ghana, particularly in the areas of construction, materials testing and safety. - [GSA, GUTA Confer on Issues Affecting Traders, Consumers](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/03/gsa-guta-confer-on-issues-affecting-traders-consumers/) - A delegation from the Ghana Union of Traders’ Associations (GUTA), on Wednesday, March 11, 2026, met with the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) to deliberate on issues of mutual concern affecting traders and the wider market. Key among the issues discussed were the recent hike in GSA fees and charges as well as the influx of - [GSA’s Deputy Director-General Celebrates Maiden Iftar with Muslim Staff](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/03/gsas-deputy-director-general-celebrates-maiden-iftar-with-muslim-staff/) - As part of efforts to promote religious tolerance and inclusivity, the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) organized its inaugural Iftar, a Ramadan ritual marking the breaking of fast. The event, which drew Muslim staff at the Authority's head office, was graced by Dr. Awal Mohammed, the Deputy Director-General in charge of Operations (DDG-OPS). In his address, - [GSA Engages OMCs on Industry Trends](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/02/gsa-engages-omcs-on-industry-trends/) - The Metrology Directorate of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) engaged operation managers of Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs) on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, to discuss pressing issues affecting the industry. The meeting, which attracted over 200 officials from the OMCs, was aimed at deliberating on the operations of the Authority with the OMCs, address challenges confronting - [American Chamber of Commerce-Ghana Calls on GSA Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/02/american-chamber-of-commerce-ghana-calls-on-gsa-director-general/) - A delegation from the American Chamber of Commerce-Ghana (AmCham), on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, engaged the Director-General (DG) of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Prof. George Agyei, on issues relating to standards, quality assurance and industry collaboration. The discussions during the meeting mainly focused on industry experience with standards compliance and certification processes, alignment of - [GSA Stresses Adherence to Standards during Launch of Nexans Kabelmetal’s New Cables](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/02/gsa-stresses-adherence-to-standards-during-launch-of-nexans-kabelmetals-new-cables/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), on Wednesday, February 25, 2026, joined various stakeholders at the launch of a new range of "Low Smoke Anti-Counterfeit" cables introduced into the market by Nexans Kabelmetal Ghana Ltd. The “Low Smoke Anti-Counterfeit” cables are engineered to enhance fire safety by reducing smoke, limiting fire spread and lowering toxic gas - [Indian Investors, GSA Top Management Members Discuss Potential Investment, Trade Partnership](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/02/indian-investors-gsa-top-management-members-discuss-potential-investment-trade-partnership/) - A delegation from India’s South Gujarat Chamber of Commerce and Industry (SGCCI), accompanied by the Ghana India Chamber of Commerce, on Thursday, February 19, 2026, paid a courtesy call on the management of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) to explore avenues for collaboration. The meeting sought to strengthen ties between the two institutions and promote - [GSA Director-General Receives Delegation from UK- Ghana Chamber of Commerce](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/02/gsa-director-general-receives-delegation-from-uk-ghana-chamber-of-commerce/) - A delegation from the UK- Ghana Chamber of Commerce (UKGCC), on Wednesday, February 18, 2026, paid a courtesy call on the Director-General (DG) of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Professor George Agyei, to express its appreciation to the GSA for the various collaborative opportunities shared between the two institutions in the past year and identify - [CEO of Consumer Protection Agency Calls on GSA Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/02/ceo-of-consumer-protection-agency-calls-on-gsa-director-general/) - The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Consumer Protection Agency (CPA), Mr. Kofi Kapito, on Friday, February 6, 2026, called on the Director-General (DG) of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Professor George Agyei, to congratulate him on his appointment and discuss issues of mutual concerns to consumers. Mr. Kapito commended the GSA for collaborating with - [Trade Ministry Engages GSA to Develop Standards, Expedite Testing for Locally Produced Uniforms](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/02/trade-ministry-engages-gsa-to-develop-standards-expedite-testing-for-locally-produced-uniforms/) - The Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MoTAI) is leading an initiative to promote the local procurement and production of uniforms and other apparel for security agencies and other state institutions. The ministry, through the initiative, has tasked the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) to among others: 1. Test fabrics submitted by various institutions to establish - [DDG-GEN Leads Delegation to Participate in MoTAI Workshop](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/02/ddg-gen-leads-delegation-to-participate-in-motai-workshop/) - The Deputy Director-General in charge of General Services (DDG-GEN), Hon. Samuel Abdulai Jabanyite, from January 29-30, 2026, led a team from the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) to participate in a workshop organised by the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MoTAI), for its sector agencies. The workshop was aimed at discussing and aligning the agencies’ - [GSA Takes Part in 2026 Africa Trade Summit](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/02/gsa-takes-part-in-2026-africa-trade-summit/) - On Thursday, January 29, 2026, the GSA participated in a panel discussion on agro-processing, food systems, and agro-industrial corridors at this year’s Africa Trade Summit held at the Kempinski Gold Coast City Hotel in Accra. The trade summit, brought together Heads of State, Ministers, CEOs, investors, and multilateral institutions to translate Africa's agricultural and industrial - [INVITATION TO PARTICIPATE IN THE 13TH CONTINENTAL ESSAY COMPETITION](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/01/invitation-to-participate-in-the-13th-continental-essay-competition/) - [GSA Joins GRA to Mark International Customs Day](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/01/gsa-joins-gra-to-mark-international-customs-day/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) joined the Customs Division of the Ghana Revenue Authority (GRA) to commemorate the International Customs Day on Monday, January 26, 2026, at the Movenpick Ambassador Hotel, Accra. The Deputy Director-General in charge of General Services, Hon. Samuel Abdulai Jabanyite, represented the Authority at the event, which was also graced by - [FWSC, PSC Organize Training on Pilot Pay-For-Performance Framework for GSA Management Members](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/01/fwsc-psc-organize-training-on-pilot-pay-for-performance-framework-for-gsa-management-members/) - A team from the Fair Wages and Salaries Commission (FWSC) and the Public Services Commission (PSC), on Thursday, January 22, 2026, engaged various directors and heads of departments of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) on hands-on guidance and operational support, particularly to ensure the smooth onboarding and alignment of the Linking Pay to Performance and - [CEO of EV House LTD Leads Delegation to Call on Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/01/ceo-of-ev-house-ltd-leads-delegation-to-call-on-director-general/) - On Friday, January 16, 2026, the Founder and Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of EV House LTD, Mr. Edward T. Hightower, led a delegation to pay a visit to the Acting Director-General (Ag. DG) of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Professor George Agyei, at the head office in Accra. The visit was undertaken with the participation - [Nexans Kabelmetal Ghana CEO Pays Courtesy Call on Ag. Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/01/nexans-kabelmetal-ghana-ceo-pays-courtesy-call-on-ag-director-general/) - The Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Nexans Kabelmetal (Ghana) Ltd., producers of nexans cables, Mr. Alexander Quarcoopome, on Thursday, January 15, 2026, paid a visit to the Acting Director-General (DG) of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Professor George Agyei, to congratulate him on his appointment as the Acting head of the Authority and discuss issues - [FoSERP Management Committee Members Call on Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/01/foserp-management-committee-members-call-on-director-general/) - The Management Committee of the Food Safety Emergency Response Plan (FoSERP), on Wednesday, January 7, 2026, called on the Acting Director-General (Ag. DG), Professor George Agyei, and some members of senior management of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) to provide updates on the operations of the FoSERP management committee, work done so far and testing - [GSA & Ghana Gold Board Announce Strategy Partnership for National Gold Scales Calibration.](https://gsa.gov.gh/2026/01/gsa-ghana-gold-board-announce-strategy-partnership-for-national-gold-scales-calibration-2/) - Accra, Ghana – The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) and the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) have agreed to collaborate on a transformative national initiative to standardize and calibrate gold scales across all sixteen regions of Ghana. The partnership was formalized following a high-level meeting between Prof. George Agyei, Acting Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority, and - [GSA & Ghana Gold Board Announce Strategy Partnership for National Gold Scales Calibration](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/12/gsa-ghana-gold-board-announce-strategy-partnership-for-national-gold-scales-calibration/) - Accra, Ghana – The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) and the Ghana Gold Board (GoldBod) have agreed to collaborate on a transformative national initiative to standardize and calibrate gold scales across all sixteen regions of Ghana. The partnership was formalized following a high-level meeting between Prof. George Agyei, Acting Director-General of the Ghana Standards Authority, and - [Ghana Standards Authority becomes an Observer](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/12/ghana-standards-authority-becomes-an-observer/) - The Standing Committee (SC) of the Convention has granted the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) the status of Observer. GSA is the Convention's fourth authority to become an Observer but the first authority from Africa to be granted a status with the Convention. Non-Members of the Conventiona, which want to participate in SC meetings as well as in the Convention's - [MTN Ghana Foundation Donates GH₵1.5 million to GSA to support Cancer Diagnosis](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/12/mtn-ghana-foundation-donates-gh₵1-5-million-to-gsa-to-support-cancer-diagnosis/) - The GSA, on Monday, December 8, 2025, received a sum of GH₵1.5 million from the MTN Ghana Foundation to support cancer diagnosis at the institution's Histopatology Laboratory. This investment spans over a 5-year period, contributing GH₵300,000 annually to the GSA to help the laboratory purchase consumables and test kits to facilitate cancer diagnosis. The cheque - [14th AGI Industry and National Quality Awards Ceremony Held](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/12/14th-agi-industry-and-national-quality-awards-ceremony-held/) - The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade Agribusiness and Industry (MoTAI) and the Ghana Standards Authority, hosted the 14th AGI Ghana Industry & Quality Awards at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) on Saturday, November 29, 2025. The awards is held annually to recognise and celebrate Ghanaian companies demonstrating, - [Paribon Chiefs, Elders Pay Courtesy Call on Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/12/paribon-chiefs-elders-pay-courtesy-call-on-director-general/) - A delegation of chiefs, queens and elders from Paribon, Amanokrom in the Akuapem Traditional Area of the Eastern Region, led by the Mawerehene, Nana Agyei Obrempong I, on Thursday, November 27, 2025, paid a courtesy call on Professor George Agyei, the Director-General (DG), at the head office in Accra. The Mawerehene and his entourage were - [Nestlé Managing Director Calls on Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/12/nestle-managing-director-calls-on-director-general/) - The Managing Director of Nestlé Ghana Ltd., Salomé Azevedo, on Tuesday, November 25, 2025, paid a courtesy call on the Director-General (DG), Prof. George Agyei, to congratulate him on his appointment as the DG and discuss matters of mutual benefits to both organisations. Salomé, accompanied by Margaret Mary Tohouenou, Regulatory and Scientific Affairs Manager, extended - [Textiles & Garments TC Launch New APP to Host Meetings](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/12/textiles-garments-tc-launch-new-app-to-host-meetings/) - The National Technical Committee (NTC) on Textiles and Garments (GSA/TCs), on Thursday, November 27, 2025, hosted a virtual meeting to promote and demonstrate the new Online Development Platform “TexAppGh”. TexAppGh is a digital platform developed to host all Technical Committee (TC) activities, including TC meetings and events, review and develop draft and final standards, receiving - [Liberian Standards Authority Officials End Tour of GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/12/liberian-standards-authority-officials-end-tour-of-gsa/) - Officials from the Liberian Standards Authority (LiSA), who were undertaking a study tour at the GSA in the past week, ended their tour on Friday, November 28, 2025. During their stay at the Authority, they toured various departments and laboratories and interacted with staff to study the operations of the Authority and take lessons back - [A high-level delegation from Germany, led by the Ambassador to Ghana, Frederik Landshöft, paid a visit to the GSA.](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/12/a-high-level-delegation-from-germany-led-by-the-ambassador-to-ghana-frederik-landshoft-paid-a-visit-to-the-gsa/) - A high-level delegation from Germany, led by the Ambassador to Ghana, Frederik Landshöft, paid a visit to the GSA on Thursday, December 4, 2025, to get first-hand experience of the advanced laboratories they have funded The visit reinforces the strong partnership between Germany and Ghana in improving quality infrastructure and standards enforcement in the country. - [ARSO Secretary-General Calls on Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/11/arso-secretary-general-calls-on-director-general/) - The Secretary-General (SG) of the African Organization for Standardization (ARSO), Dr. Hermogène Nsengimana, on Thursday, November 13, 2025, called on the Director-General (DG) of GSA, Prof. George Agyei, to congratulate him on his new role as the DG and discuss issues of mutual interest. Dr. Nsengimana, who was accompanied by Nadine Umutoni, Project Coordinator at - [IEC National Committee President Leads Delegation to Visit Director-General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/11/iec-national-committee-president-leads-delegation-to-visit-director-general/) - The President of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) National Committee (NC) of Ghana, Ing. Prof. Amevi Acakpovi, on Tuesday, November 11, 2025, led a delegation from the NC to pay a courtesy call on the Director-General (DG) of GSA, Prof. George Agyei. The visit sought to congratulate Prof. Agyei on his appointment and reinforce the IEC’s - [GSA Participates in Launch of Annual Quality Summit](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/11/gsa-participates-in-launch-of-annual-quality-summit/) - GSA Participates in Launch of Annual Quality Summit The GSA participated in the official launch of the annual quality summit organised by QA Consult on Wednesday, November 12, 2025, at Standards Heights, Accra. Held under the theme: “Advancing Ghana’s Industrial Excellence through Quality and Trust”, the occasion also marked the 10th Anniversary of QA Consult, a leading - [GSA Enforcement Team Shuts Down Mattress Factories over Production of Substandard Products](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/11/gsa-enforcement-team-shuts-down-mattress-factories-over-production-of-substandard-products/) - [GSA, LEEP, Hold Workshop to Strengthen Enforcement on Ghana’s Lead Paint Standard.](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/11/gsa-leep-hold-workshop-to-strengthen-enforcement-on-ghanas-lead-paint-standard/) - [GHACEM Donates Key Cement Testing Equipment to GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/11/ghacem-donates-key-cement-testing-equipment-to-gsa/) - On Thursday, November 6, 2025, the GSA received key technical Cement Testing Equipment from GHACEM to augment the work of its Cement Testing Laboratory. The donation further strengthens the longstanding relationship enjoyed between the two institutions and is a follow-up on a promise made by GHACEM to support the Authority with some equipment needs. - [14th AGI GHANA & QUALITY AWARDS](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/11/14th-agi-ghana-quality-awards/) - Creating a conducive business environment & Quality standards for industrial competitiveness in a 24HR economy. - [GSA, FDA Strengthen Regional Collaboration](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-fda-strengthen-regional-collaboration/) - A four-member team from GSA’s Regional Office, paid a visit to the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) in Kumasi on October 21, 2025, to strengthen regional collaboration between the two organisations in areas such as calibration enforcement, standards promotion, and other technical operations. The visit aimed to achieve several key objectives, including appreciating FDA's referrals - [Two NYU Students Visit GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/two-nyu-students-visit-gsa/) - Two Food Science Students from the New York University, who are on an exchange programme at the University of Ghana as part of their studies, visited the GSA on Tuesday, October 21, 2025. The aim of the visit was to learn about how the GSA impacts food and nutrition systems in the country and familiarise - [GSA Educates Cable Manufacturers, Dealers in Kumasi on New Digital Conformity Mark App](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-educates-cable-manufacturers-dealers-in-kumasi-on-new-digital-conformity-mark-app/) - The GSA on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, sensitised electrical cable manufacturers and dealers in Kumasi on the new Digital Conformity Mark App. They were educated on the importance of the new app and the need for them to collaborate with the GSA to ensure that consumers and citizens are able to identify quality and certified - [GSA, GNTDA Educate Tailors and Dressmakers on Textiles, Garment Standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-gntda-educate-greater-accra-zone-members-of-the-association-on-textiles-and-garment-standards/) - The GSA, in conjunction with the leadership of the Ghana National Tailors and Dressmakers Association (GNTDA), has educated the Greater Accra Zone members of the association, on textiles and garment standards, certification process, and related best practices within the industry. The training aimed to promote standardisation, quality assurance, and certification in Ghana's textiles and garment - [GSA Staff Receives Top ISO Recognition](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-staff-receives-top-iso-recognition/) - Abigail Teki Martey, a GSA staff at the TCS Department, has been recognised as a Top Performer in the International Organisation for Standardisation (ISO) Good Standardisation Practices (GSP) e-learning course for the first three cycles. She scored 98.57% in the post assessment of the ISO GSP course, the highest score attained among all participants who - [New Director-General Meets Staff](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/new-director-general-meets-staff/) - [GSA Gets New Acting DG](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-gets-new-acting-dg-2/) - [GSA Highlights Role of Standards in National Development on GHOne TV](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-highlights-role-of-standards-in-national-development-on-ghone-tv/) - [WSD Celebrations: Pupils of University Primary School Receive Education on Standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/wsd-celebrations-pupils-of-university-primary-school-receive-education-on-standards/) - [GSA Hosts SON Delegation for Collaborative Exchange on Energy Efficiency, Labelling](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-hosts-son-delegation-for-collaborative-exchange-on-energy-efficiency-labelling/) - [Liberian Commerce & Industry Minister Leads Delegation to Visit GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/liberian-commerce-industry-minister-leads-delegation-to-visit-gsa/) - [GSA Marks World Standards Day](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-marks-world-standards-day/) - [Flag-raising Ceremony Climaxes 2025 World Standards Day Celebration](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/flag-raising-ceremony-climaxes-2025-world-standards-day-celebration/) - [FCDO Director Visits GSA to Review Impact of BSI-GSA Partnership Programme](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/fcdo-director-visits-gsa-to-review-impact-of-bsi-gsa-partnership-programme/) - [Gambian Team Praises GSA’s Leadership in Consumer Protection, Conformity Assessment in West Africa](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gambian-team-praises-gsas-leadership-in-consumer-protection-conformity-assessment-in-west-africa/) - [GSA to Embark on Nationwide Enforcement Exercise to Rid Market of Sub-standard Mattresses](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-to-embark-on-nationwide-enforcement-exercise-to-rid-market-of-sub-standard-mattresses/) - [GSA Participates in 4th Edition of E-Commerce Forum, Exhibition](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-participates-in-4th-edition-of-e-commerce-forum-exhibition/) - [Minister Charges Governing Board to Prioritise Standard Harmonisation for Effective Intra-African Trading](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/minister-charges-governing-board-to-prioritise-standard-harmonisation-for-effective-intra-african-trading-2/) - [Delegation from The Gambia Undertakes Study Tour at GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/delegation-from-the-gambia-undertakes-study-tour-at-gsa/) - [Food Safety, Key to MSME Growth – GSA Advises Processors](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/food-safety-key-to-msme-growth-gsa-advises-processors/) - [Board Members Tour GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/board-members-tour-gsa/) - [GSA Holds Maiden Annual Stakeholder's Meeting with SIGA, MoTAI & Partners](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-holds-maiden-annual-stakeholders-meeting-with-siga-motai-partners/) - [UNIDO Donates Testing Equipment to GSA to Support Rice Quality Project](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/unido-donates-testing-equipment-to-gsa-to-support-rice-quality-project/) - [GSA Sensitises Cement Block Producers in Nsawam-Adoagyiri Municipality](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-sensitises-cement-block-producers-in-nsawam-adoagyiri-municipality/) - [Mr. Frimpong to Serve on National Vaccine Institute Board](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/mr-frimpong-to-serve-on-national-vaccine-institute-board/) - [GSA, Halal Certification Ghana Discuss Potential Collaboration](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-halal-certification-ghana-discuss-potential-collaboration/) - [Minister Charges Governing Board to Prioritise Standard Harmonisation for Effective Intra-African Trading](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/minister-charges-governing-board-to-prioritise-standard-harmonisation-for-effective-intra-african-trading/) - [GSA Showcases Trade Facilitation Role at Global Expo/Tourism Fair](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-showcases-trade-facilitation-role-at-global-expo-tourism-fair/) - [GSA, Enterprise Singapore Sign Agreement to Strengthen Standardisation](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/10/gsa-enterprise-singapore-sign-agreement-to-strengthen-standardisation/) - [MOZAMBICAN TRADE MINISTER LEADS DELEGATION TO PAY VISIT TO GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/08/mozambican-trade-minister-leades-delegation-to-pay-visit-to-gsa/) - [Ashanti Regional Manager urges vigilance and orders non-compliant factories to regularize operations.](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/08/ashanti-regional-manager-calls-for-consumer-vigilance-warns-non-compliant-factories-to-regularize-their-business/) - [GSA HOSTS 18TH AFRIMETS GENERAL ASSEMBLY](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/08/gsa-hosts-18th-afrimets-general-assembly/) - [GHANA, INDIA ENTER INTO NEW STANDARDS AGREEMENT](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/08/ghana-india-enter-into-new-standards-agreement/) - [Two Hungarian Professors Visit GSA.](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/06/two-hungarian-professors-visit-gsa/) - [GSA Conducts Training in HACCP, GMP in Food Industries for Takoradi Flour Mill Ltd Officers.](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/06/gsa-conducts-training-in-haccp-gmp-in-food-industries-for-takoradi-flour-mill-ltd-officers/) - [New Batch of TSIs Commissioned](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/06/new-batch-of-tsis-commissioned/) - [GSA included in 5-member Committee to Review Axle Load Operation in Ghana](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/04/gsa-included-in-5-member-committee-to-review-axle-load-operation-in-ghana/) - [GSA Installs Electrical Cables Testing Equipment in Six Regional Offices](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/04/gsa-installs-electrical-cables-testing-equipment-in-six-regional-offices/) - [GSA Meets Local Cable Manufacturers on Digital Conformity Marking of Cables](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/04/gsa-meets-local-cable-manufacturers-on-digital-conformity-marking-of-cables/) - [Invitation to Participate in the 12th Continental Essay Competition](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/02/invitation-to-participate-in-the-12th-continental-essay-competition/) - Download: Registration Form - [Food Safety Expert Trains Staff, SMEs in Food Safety, HACCP](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/02/food-safety-expert-trains-staff-smes-in-food-safety-haccp/) - [BSI, GSA Hold Training for Technical Committee Chairpersons](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/02/bsi-gsa-hold-training-for-technical-committee-chairpersons/) - [GSA Participates in African Codex Conference in Uganda](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/02/gsa-participates-in-african-codex-conference-in-uganda/) - [Microbiology Staff Trained on Microbiological Testing Methods](https://gsa.gov.gh/2025/02/microbiology-staff-trained-on-microbiological-testing-methods/) - [Cement Manufacturers Must Collaborate with Gov’t](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/08/cement-manufacturers-must-collaborate-with-govt/) - Cement Manufacturers Must Collaborate with Gov’t to Regulate Pricing – Prof. Dodoo The Director-General (DG) of the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), Professor Alex Dodoo, has urged cement manufacturers to join the Ministry of Trade and Industry's efforts towards ensuring transparency in the pricing of their products. According to Prof. Dodoo, who doubles as the Chairman - [GSA, Partners Meet Stakeholders to Discuss Enforcement of Meter Testing Regulation](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/08/gsa-partners-meet-stakeholders-to-discuss-enforcement-of-meter-testing-regulation/) - As part of efforts to ensure utility meters provide accurate and reliable measurement, the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), in partnership with the Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC), Electricity Company of Ghana (ECG) and other partners, has held a stakeholder meeting to discuss the impending enforcement of the PURC Consumer Service Regulation, 2020 (L.I 2413) and - [Weights and Measurements System Key for Ghana](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/08/weights-and-measurements-system-key-for-ghana/) - Weights and Measurements System Key for Ghana’s Economic Growth by Fotwe Afful An efficient Weights and Measurements system is very key in a developing economy such as Ghana. Accurate measurements are fundamental to economic growth as they instil confidence in consumers, ensure that they receive what they pay for and that businesses operate on a - [GSA’s Metrology Labs Receive WAHO, ECOMET Recognition](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/08/gsas-metrology-labs-receive-waho-ecomet-recognition/) - The West African Health Organisation (WAHO) has designated the Calibration Laboratories of the GSA as a Centre of Excellence for Metrology. As part of this role, the GSA will provide technical support in the form of training and calibration services for National Reference Laboratories within the ECOWAS sub-region. Additionally, the Authority has been designated as - [Director-General Lauds GSA Impact in National Development](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/06/director-general-lauds-gsa-impact-in-national-development/) - [GSA Participates in 2nd ICCX West Africa Conference](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/06/gsa-participates-in-2nd-iccx-west-africa-conference/) - [GSA FDA Harmonisation to Fast Track Approvals for Businesses](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/06/gsa-fda-harmonisation-to-fast-track-approvals-for-businesses/) - [Imported, Locally Made Furniture to Undergo Mandatory Testing - GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/06/imported-locally-made-furniture-to-undergo-mandatory-testing-gsa/) - [GSA Holds Maiden Exporters Forum](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/06/gsa-holds-maiden-exporters-forum/) - [GSA Receives Citation from GA West Municipal Education Office](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/06/gsa-receives-citation-from-ga-west-municipal-education-office/) - [GSA Participates in ARSO Food Standards Harmonisation Conference in Rwanda](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/gsa-participates-in-arso-food-standards-harmonisation-conference-in-rwanda/) - [GSA Educates Sunyani SHS Students on its Activities](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/gsa-educates-sunyani-shs-students-on-its-activities/) - [Cracking Down on Substandard Cement](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/cracking-down-on-substandard-cement/) - [Spotlight on Mrs. Jessica Nkansah: Scientist, Auditor, GSA Fish Safety Boss](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/spotlight-on-mrs-jessica-nkansah-scientist-auditor-gsa-fish-safety-boss/) - [Director-General Pays Visit to Kenya Bureau of Standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/director-general-pays-visit-to-kenya-bureau-of-standards/) - [Prof. Dodoo Calls on ARSO Secretary General](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/prof-dodoo-calls-on-arso-secretary-general/) - [GSA Holds Thanksgiving Ceremony](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/gsa-holds-thanksgiving-ceremony/) - [GSA Encourages Public to Make Use of Standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/gsa-encourages-public-to-make-use-of-standards/) - [TSIs Awarded Certificates for Internal Audit and Inspectors’ Course Completion](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/tsis-awarded-certificates-for-internal-audit-and-inspectors-course-completion/) - [Rotary Club of Accra Members Visit GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/rotary-club-of-accra-members-visit-gsa/) - [GSA’s Bono Regional Office Schools Female Tertiary Students on its Activities](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/gsas-bono-regional-office-schools-female-tertiary-students-on-its-activities/) - [Cement Regulation takes effect - Existing Companies to Re-Register, No New Factories Without Licence](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/02/cement-regulation-takes-effect-existing-companies-to-re-register-no-new-factories-without-licence/) - [GSA Sensitises Bono Regional House of Chiefs on Verification of Cashew Trading Scales](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/01/gsa-sensitises-bono-regional-house-of-chiefs-on-verification-of-cashew-trading-scales/) - [Director-General Leads Delegation to Visit Past Executive Directors](https://gsa.gov.gh/2024/01/director-general-leads-delegation-to-visit-past-executive-directors/) - [Workshop on National Implementation Guide on Standards for Sustainable Cocoa Held](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/07/workshop-on-national-implementation-guide-on-standards-for-sustainable-cocoa-held/) - [GSA Sensitizes Traders, Cold Store Operators & Butchers on World Metrology Day](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/06/gsa-sensities-traders-cold-store-operators-butchers-on-world-metrology-day/) - [Unlawful Use of Conformity Mark, GSA Threatens to Prosecute Manufacturers](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/06/unlawful-use-of-conformity-mark-gsa-threatens-to-prosecute-manufacturers/) - [10th ARSO Continental Essay Competition](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/02/10th-arso-continental-essay-competition/) - [GSA TaTU Partner to Train Students on Standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/03/gsa-tatu-partner-to-train-students-on-standards/) - [Transformation of Ghana should be Engineered - Prof. Alex Dodoo](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/03/transformation-of-ghana-should-be-engineered-prof-alex-dodoo/) - [GSA, FDA Heads Call on Rwandan High Commissioner](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/03/gsa-fda-heads-call-on-rwandan-high-commissioner/) - [GSA, Stakeholders Discuss Quality of Iron Rods on Market](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/02/gsa-stakeholders-discuss-quality-of-iron-rods-on-market/) - [Delegation from Liberian National Bureau of Concession Visits GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/02/delegation-from-liberian-national-bureau-of-concession-visits-gsa/) - [GSA, UNIDO and WACOMP Train Ghanaian Cosmetic Value Chain SMEs](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/01/gsa-unido-wacomp-train-ghanaian-cosmetic-value-chain-smes/) - [BSI Organises Conformity Assessment Training for GSA Inspectors](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/01/bsi-organises-conformity-assessment-training-for-gsa-inspectors/) - [GSA PTB Trains Two Metrology Heads of Benin Standards Organization](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/01/gsa-ptb-trains-two-metrology-heads-of-benin-standards-organization/) - [GSA Signs MoU with Tetra Tech ARD](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/01/gsa-signs-mou-with-tetra-tech-ard/) - [GSA, Energy Commission Sensitises Importers & Manufacturers of AC and Refrigerators](https://gsa.gov.gh/2023/01/gsa-energy-commission-sensitises-importers-manufacturers-of-ac-and-refrigerators/) - [Vehicle Conformity Assessment](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/11/vehicle-conformity-assessment/) - [GSA Engages Importers & Manufacturers of LPG Domestic Cylinders](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/11/gsa-engages-importers-manufacturers-of-lpg-domestic-cylinders/) - [GSA Trains Certified Precast Concrete Product Manufacturers](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/11/gsa-trains-certified-precast-concrete-product-manufacturers/) - [GSA, MoTI Holds Construction Sector Forum](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/11/gsa-moti-holds-construction-sector-forum/) - [Minister of Public Enterprises Visits GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/11/minister-of-public-enterprises-visits-gsa/) - [KNUST’s Nyameyie Wobil Wins 2022 ARSO Essay Competition](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/10/knusts-nyameyie-wobil-wins-2022-arso-essay-competition/) - [GSA Celebrates World Standards Day](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/10/gsa-celebrates-world-standards-day/) - [Suzuki S-Presso safe for use – GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/09/suzuki-s-presso-safe-for-use-gsa/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) says Suzuki S-Presso hatchback vehicle model is certified, approved and passed the country’s safety standards. The vehicle on the Ghanaian market, the authority said “meets the requirements of National Standards, including provisions concerning the approval of vehicles with regard to the protection of the driver against the steering mechanism in - [British Standards Institute to Improve GSA’s Technical Capacity](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/08/british-standards-institute-to-improve-gsas-technical-capacity/) - [Top Somaliland Civil Service Officials Visit GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/08/top-somaliland-civil-service-officials-visit-gsa/) - [World-Renowned Chemist Visits GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/04/world-renowned-chemist-visits-gsa/) - [200 NABCO trainees engaged to enforce standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/03/200-nabco-trainees-engaged-to-enforce-standards/) - The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has engaged the services of 200 trainees of the Nation Builders Corps (NABCO) to help ensure that imported goods and those manufactured in the country meet acceptable standards. Known as the Trading Standards Officers (TSOs), they have been drafted in to conduct market surveillance and other activities to weed out - [PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/02/public-announcement/) - PARLIAMENT OF GHANA GHANA STANDARDS AUTHORITY BILL, 2022. The general public is hereby informed that the “GHANA STANDARDS AUTHORITY BILL, 2022” is currently before the Select Committee on Trade, Industry and Tourism, for consideration and report to the House. Individuals, Groups or Organisations interested in the Bill are kindly invited to submit memorandum on the - [DTI Signs MoU with GSA](https://gsa.gov.gh/2022/01/dti-signs-mou-with-gsa/) - The Design and Technology Institute (DTI), Ghana’s first privately accredited TVET institution, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) to collaborate in developing standards and practice guidelines to improve Small and Medium Scale Enterprises, especially master craft persons and those operating in the technical and vocational sectors of the - [GSA RECEIVES AC AND REFRIGERATOR TEST LAB](https://gsa.gov.gh/2021/11/gsa-receives-ac-and-refrigerator-test-lab/) - Accra, Nov. 18, 2021. The Millennium Development Authority, MiDA, on Thursday November 18, inaugurated a modern Test Laboratory for use by the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA). MiDA and GSA invested US$$1,886,981.14 million ($1,841,841,981 and $45,000 respectively) in the new Air Conditioner and Refrigeration Test Laboratory, which was provided under the Energy Efficiency and Demand Side ## Pages - [Home](https://gsa.gov.gh/) - Get CertifiedFor Products and Services Get Your Product TestedBy Our Accredited Laboratories Register for A CourseIndividual or Institutional Training Acquire StandardsNational & International Certified ClientsSearch for Certified Clients GHANA EASYPASS PROGRAMME DATA SHEET Food & Drinks LaboratoryConducts chemical analysis and organoleptic tests on food and agricultural products. Also performs chemical analysis and organoleptic tests on both alcoholic - [MiG Contact](https://gsa.gov.gh/mig-contact/) - GSA-MIG Secretariat Contact Information Office: Ghana Standards Authority (Head-Office) Opposite the Gulf-House Shiashie – Near Tetteh Quarshie Interchange GA-288-5605 Postal Address: P. O. 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The logo reflects the - [NoSy Pa](https://gsa.gov.gh/nosy-pa/) - Download Full Document SCOPE EasyPASS PROGRAMME Bureau Veritas & Intertek Appointed As Service Providers for EasyPass The Governing Board of the Ghana Standards Authority, in June 2019 approved the appointment of INTERTEK as part of its Service Providers for the implementation of the Ghana EasyPASS Programme in Ghana effective July 2019. This brings to two (2), the number - [Testing Director & Heads of Department](https://gsa.gov.gh/testing-staff/) - [Directorate Heads](https://gsa.gov.gh/directorate-heads/) - [Directors](https://gsa.gov.gh/directors/) - [Administration Director & Heads of Department](https://gsa.gov.gh/administration-director-heads-of-department/) - [Information Technology](https://gsa.gov.gh/information-technology-2/) - The Department is responsible for ensuring that information technology infrastructure of the Authority is enhanced at all times. Responsible for ensuring that both software and hardware systems used by the Authority are enhanced, updated or replaced. - [Administration](https://gsa.gov.gh/administration/) - The Administration Directorate acts as a connecting link between the various Directorates of the Authority. The Directorate is responsible for the enhancement and development of human capital and provides motivation to the workforce for the realization of the organizational objectives. The Directorate is responsible for creating a conducive working environment and providing relevant/necessary resources for - [Resources](https://gsa.gov.gh/resources/) - GHANA EASYPASS PROGRAMME DATA SHEET Loading... Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab VERIFICATION OF COMFORMITY Loading... Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab 2026 Training Brochure Loading... Taking too long? Reload document | Open in new tab 2026 Training Calendar LS Loading... Taking too long? 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Product certification is carried out by product certification bodies which should conform to ISO IEC 17065. It is an established conformity assessment activity that - [Certification Director & Heads of Department](https://gsa.gov.gh/certification-staff/) - [Metrology Director & Heads of Department](https://gsa.gov.gh/metrology-staff/) - [Director General and Deputy Director Generals](https://gsa.gov.gh/director-and-deputies/) - [RTI - GSA INFORMATION MANUAL](https://gsa.gov.gh/rti-gsa-information-manual/) - GSA INFORMATION MANUAL 2026 Download [2.00 MB] - [Industrial Support](https://gsa.gov.gh/industrial-support/) - The main focus of the Industrial Support Department is to help fulfil GSA’s mandate of promoting standardization for the improvement of the quality of goods, services and sound management, environmental and safety practices in industries and public institutions by providing training to industry. 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Table below provides area of measurement and range of equipment calibrated by the - [National Quality Awards](https://gsa.gov.gh/national-quality-awards/) - All applications received shall be screened as per the criteria laid down on the basis of information provided by the applicant organization. Successful applicant organizations selected in preliminary screening will become eligible for fact-finding and evaluation visits. A team of auditors appointed for this purpose would visit the applicant organization for on-site evaluation. The choice - [History](https://gsa.gov.gh/history/) - The Ghana Standards Authority was known as National Standards Board in August, 1967, when it was couched out of the Institute of Industrial Research (IIR), one of the leading 13 Research Institutes of Ghana’s Council for Scientific and Industrial Research (CSIR), the main Science and Technology Research and Development institution of Ghana. Under the leadership - [Finance Director & Heads of Department](https://gsa.gov.gh/finance-director/) - [Metrology](https://gsa.gov.gh/metrology/) - Metrology Directorate Metrology is the science of measurement, embracing both experimental and theoretical determinations at any level of uncertainty in any field of science and technology A sound measurement system is an essential element in achieving an effective safety policy. Essential factors for such a system are: traceability to the International System of Units, or - [Regional Offices](https://gsa.gov.gh/regional-offices/) - ASHANTI REGION – LOCATION Ministries, near the Central Post Office P.O. Box KS 1201, Kumasi Tel: (+233-032) 2025344 Digital Address: AK-037-2717 BRONG AHAFO REGION- LOCATION Cocoa House Building (Third Floor) SIC Block, Second Floor P.O. Box SY 2447, Sunyani Tel: (+233-035) 202567 Digital Address: BS-0007-7205 CENTRAL REGION – LOCATION Coronation Plaza Building – - [Marketing](https://gsa.gov.gh/marketing/) - The Department is responsible for designing and implementing marketing strategies and programmes of the Authority. The Marketing Department provides excellent customer service, and innovative marketing strategy for result-oriented management of the Authority. This includes sensitizing businesses on the benefits of standards and related activities, brand awareness on Standards, Metrology and Conformity Assessment. - [System Certification](https://gsa.gov.gh/system-certification/) - The Department is a third-party Certification body (CB) that carries out Management Systems Certification Services for organizations seeking certification for their management system. The Department is accredited to ISO/IEC 17021-1 by Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle GmbH (DAkkS), a German accreditation organization. The scope of accreditation is ISO 9001 under EA 12: (Chemicals, Chemical Products, and Fibres) and - [Industrial Metrology](https://gsa.gov.gh/industrial-metrology/) - Industrial Metrology Department of the Metrology Division is responsible for the calibration of industrial weights, measures, weighing and measuring in Ghana. Through awareness creation, more clients in the manufacturing and service sectors are gradually presenting their equipment instruments for calibration. The Department also organizes training workshops/seminars on measurements for industry with regards to the use - [Legal Metrology](https://gsa.gov.gh/legal-metrology/) - Legal Metrology involves all measurements which are subjected to legal or regulatory control. The Ghana Standards Authority is mandated by the Weights and Measures Decree, NRCD 326 of 1975 to ensure fair trading practices through the verification of weights and measures. It does so through the Legal Metrology Department of its Metrology Division. The Legal - [Technical Coordination Services](https://gsa.gov.gh/technical-coordination-services/) - Technical Coordination Department (TCS) Responsible for the Coordination of the standards development work, managing and dissemination of standards and other trade related information. The TCS department is the hub of all standards and other related publications, L.Is, Gazettes, Bulletins, Acts/Laws etc It is responsible for the overall Coordination of the Standards Development process at GSA, - [Food, Chemistry and Material Standards (FMS)](https://gsa.gov.gh/food-chemistry-and-material-standards/) - The Department is responsible for the development and maintenance of Food, Agriculture, Materials and Chemistry Standards through Technical Committees (TC). The Department develops and maintains National Standards, as well as, contributes to international efforts in the development and harmonization of Regional and International Standards with organizations such as the Codex Alimentarius Commission (CAC), the International - [Product Inspection](https://gsa.gov.gh/product-inspection/) - The Department has two operational Units, namely: Engineering and Material Science Unit and Food, Agriculture and Cosmetic Unit The main activities of the Department are factory inspections, consignment inspection of manufactured goods for export and market surveillance with the following Decrees and Legislative Instruments as its legal operational bases. Standards Decree, 1973, NRCD 173 Ghana - [Engineering](https://gsa.gov.gh/engineering-department/) - This department undertakes physical and chemical tests on engineering products. There are three (3) laboratories under the department which are: Mechanical laboratory which undertakes physical and chemical tests on mechanical products including steel products, roofing sheets, domestic utensils, machetes and gas cylinders. Civil laboratory which undertakes physical and chemical test on civil product including - [Drugs, Cosmetics and Forensic](https://gsa.gov.gh/drugs-cosmetics-and-forensic/) - The department undertakes tests and analysis on various products and samples for the purposes of quality, investigation and medical diagnoses. There are four (4) laboratories under the department. Drugs laboratory which undertakes analysis on drugs and related products. Cosmetics Laboratory which undertakes chemical analysis on cosmetics and related products. Forensic Laboratory which undertakes analysis on - [Food & Agriculture](https://gsa.gov.gh/food-agriculture/) - This department undertakes chemical, physical and organoleptic analysis on various food and agricultural products and produce including drinks (Beverages) to ascertain quality and level of compliance with applicable standards. There are five (5) laboratories under the department which perform various analyses:- Food laboratory which undertakes chemical analysis, organoleptic tests etc. on food and agricultural products - [RTI](https://gsa.gov.gh/rti/) - The Right to Information (RTI) Bill, which was established in the 1992 constitution of Ghana, guarantees every person the right to information to a certain category of information to hold the government accountable. In view of this, Parliament passed the Right to Information ACT, 2019 (Act 989) which His Excellency, the President of Ghana, assented - [RTI - MEDIA](https://gsa.gov.gh/rti-media/) - [RTI - APPLICATION](https://gsa.gov.gh/rti-application/) - Application to Access Information An application to access information from the Ghana Standards Authority shall: (a) be made in writing to the GSA, (b) contain sufficient description or particulars to make identification easier, (c) indicate the form and manner of access required, (d) to whom the application is made, if the application is made on - [RTI - SECRETARIAT](https://gsa.gov.gh/rti-secretariat/) - RTI SECRETARIAT INFORMATION Address: Public Relations Department Ghana Standards Authority P. O. Box MB 245, Accra GA-288-5605 Contact: (+233-302) 506991-5 (+233-302) 500065/6 - [RTI - EXEMPT INFORMATION](https://gsa.gov.gh/rti-exemption/) - Exempt Information for Right to Information Act 1. Information for the President and Vice President 2. 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The logo reflects the theme as well as the spirit and objective - [Media](https://gsa.gov.gh/media/) - 1st Internal Scientific Conference 2018GSA 50th Anniversary Celebration LaunchWorkshop on National Building CodeGSA Daaks AssessorUNIDO Visit to GSAMiDA Workshop at GSAFosun International Visit to GSACEWPAG Visit to GSAAnglican Bishop Visit to GSAGSA, Local Government Service Collaborates to Enforce Building CodeGSA to Provide Inspection and Testing for Liberia's Fishing Sector - [Draft-NASAM](https://gsa.gov.gh/draft-nasam/) - INTRODUCTION Aflatoxin is a mycotoxin produced by naturally occurring mould (fungi) found in the environment. The aflatoxin producing mould thrives best in humid and warm tropical areas, making Africa a conducive breeding ground for such moulds. Aflatoxin-producing fungi vary widely in many characteristics, including virulence for crops and aflatoxin-producing capacity. Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus - [Corporate Communications](https://gsa.gov.gh/corporate-communications/) - The Corporate Communications Directorate comprises two, Departments. These are Public Relations and Marketing which previously was placed under Administration. The Directorate exists to ensure the free flow of information between the GSA and its internal as well as external stakeholders. It is also responsible for designing and implementing marketing strategies and programmes of the Authority - [Categories](https://gsa.gov.gh/categories/) - Category A Organizations with more than 100 employees DOCUMENT NAME DOWNLOAD DOCUMENT NAME DOWNLOAD National Quality Awards Application Form Download Level 1a – National Quality Awards Questionnaire – FSMS Download Level 1 – National Quality Awards Questionnaire – QMS Download Level 2a – National Quality Awards Questionnaire – FSMS Download Level 2 – National Quality Awards - [Nasam](https://gsa.gov.gh/nasam/) - INTRODUCTION Aflatoxin is a mycotoxin produced by naturally occurring mould (fungi) found in the environment. The aflatoxin producing mould thrives best in humid and warm tropical areas, making Africa a conducive breeding ground for such moulds. Aflatoxin-producing fungi vary widely in many characteristics, including virulence for crops and aflatoxin-producing capacity. Aspergillus flavus and Aspergillus parasiticus - [NASAM FAQ](https://gsa.gov.gh/nasam-faq/) - National Aflatoxin Sensitization and Management Project FAQ 1.0. What are aflatoxins?Aflatoxins are chemicals produced by moulds called Aspergillusflavus and Aspergillusparasiticus. Aflatoxins are difuranocoumarin derivatives synthesized by a polyketide pathway by many strains of these moulds.A. flavus is a common contaminant in agriculture. Other fungus such as A. bombycis, A. ochraceus, A. nomius, and A. pseudotamari - [Who We Are](https://gsa.gov.gh/about/) - Ghana Standards Authority is an Agency of Government responsible for developing, publishing and promoting standards in the country. It does this through standardisation, metrology and conformity assessment activities. Some of these activities are testing, inspection and certification. These activities ensure that products or goods and services produced in Ghana, whether for local consumption or for - [Organisation](https://gsa.gov.gh/organisation/) - [obi_latest_posts] - [Finance & Accounts](https://gsa.gov.gh/finance-and-accounts/) - It is responsible for financial management policy, resource mobilization, disbursement, financial accounting and reporting. It is also responsible for managing the finances of the Authority. Objectives To safeguard the interest of the Ghana Standards Authority in all financial transactions relating to revenue and expenditure. To mobilize and disburse financial resources and provide/generate reports for management - [Procurement](https://gsa.gov.gh/procurement/) - The Department oversees the judicious use of the resources of the Authority through the purchase of goods and services. It also ensures that the Authority’s procurement activities are carried out in a fair, transparent and non-discriminatory manner thereby ensuring value for money. - [Information Technology](https://gsa.gov.gh/information-technology/) - The Department is also responsible for ensuring that information technology infrastructure of the Authority is enhanced at all times. Responsible for ensuring that both software and hardware systems used by the Authority are enhanced, updated or replaced. - [Human Resource](https://gsa.gov.gh/human-resource/) - The Human Resource Department spearheads recruitment, training, Industrial relations, administration and general staff welfare. The Department ensures that staff work within a conducive and safe environment. - [Fish Inspection](https://gsa.gov.gh/fish-inspection/) - The primary activities of the Department span the whole value chain of the fishing industry involving; Registration of exporters of fish and fishery products Inspection and approval of fishing vessels (freezer and trawler), fish processing plants, cold stores, ice making plants and landing sites The country for that matter the Ghana Standards Authority was enlisted - [Import Inspection](https://gsa.gov.gh/import-inspection/) - This Department conducts inspection of High Risk Goods imported into the country, for which the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has been appointed as the Competent Authority by the Ministry of Trade and Industry since 2003. HIGH RISK GOODS High Risk Goods are goods that have serious health, safety and environmental implications on the consuming public. - [Inspectorate - Overview](https://gsa.gov.gh/inspectorate/) - INTRODUCTION The Inspectorate Directorate provides Inspection Services to Manufacturing and Service Industries, Regulatory Bodies to ensure consumer protection under the following objectives: To give assurance of safety and quality of locally manufactured, imported and exported products. To improve the level of compliance with both national and international standards To improve the level of compliance with - [GSA Functions](https://gsa.gov.gh/gsa-functions/) - Established in August, 1967, the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) is the National Statutory Body responsible for the management of the nation’s quality infrastructure embracing the three (3) pillars of Metrology, Standardisation and Conformity Assessment (i.e. Testing, Inspection and Certification). Quality Infrastructure A sound quality infrastructure provides the necessary assurance that goods and services are - [Standards Ambassador](https://gsa.gov.gh/standards-ambassador/) - Dr Anarfi Asamoa-Baah, is a former Deputy Director-General of the World Health Organisation (WHO). He was appointed to this position in January 2007 and retired at the end of September 2017. He is a medical doctor with a specialisation in public health, and postgraduate degrees in health economics, as well as health policy and planning - [Downloads](https://gsa.gov.gh/downloads/) - Name Download EasyPass Public Notice Download EasyPass Programme Download EasyPass Certificate – 1 Download EasyPass Certificate – 2 Download - [Material Science](https://gsa.gov.gh/material-science/) - The department undertakes physical and chemical tests and analyses on various products including general chemical based materials, water, textiles, paper, petroleum, precious metals and rubber products. There are six (6) laboratories under the department which perform various functions: General Chemistry laboratory which undertakes chemical tests on wide range of products including household chemicals, paints, fertilizers - [Microbiology](https://gsa.gov.gh/microbiology/) - This Department undertakes Microbiological analysis on various ranges of products including Food, Drugs, and Materials to ascertain level of safety. The laboratory is accredited to ISO/IEC 17025 in the area of Yeast and moulds, APC, S. aureus, E. Coli, coliforms and salmonella in Food and Environmental swabs; APC, E. coli and coliforms in water. - [Testing](https://gsa.gov.gh/testing/) - The Testing Directorate undertakes tests and analysis in various products for the purposes of quality evaluation and certification. The clientele base of the Directorate covers individuals, manufacturers (Industry), Importers and Exporters, Institutions and Government Agencies. The products could be farm produce, products manufactured for local consumption or export, imported products, forensic products or tissues for - [Planning, Monitoring and Evaluation](https://gsa.gov.gh/planning-monitoring-and-evaluation/) - The main aim of the Planning Monitoring and Evaluation Directorate is to ensure that processes are established and followed to help improve performance and achieve results. Our goal is to improve current and future organizational outputs, outcomes and impact of our services on the general public towards the achievement of the GSA mandate. The Planning - [Standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/standards/) - The standards Directorate is responsible for the development, publishing and promotion of standards in accordance with the Standards decree of 1973 (NRCD 173). OUR VISION: To become a model of excellence for the development and dissemination of standards and related subjects. OUR MISSION: To develop, adopt and disseminate standards in an efficient manner to government, - [Certification](https://gsa.gov.gh/certification/) - The Certification Directorate is made up of three Departments, namely: Product Certification Management System Certification Industrial Support Product Certification Department The Product Certification Department provides assessment and impartial third-party attestation that fulfilment of specified requirement has been demonstrated. Specified requirements for products are generally contained in standards or other normative documents. Product certification is carried - [Engineering Building & Basic Standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/engineering-building-basic-standards/) - The Department is responsible for the development and maintenance of basic Standards, Standards for products of electrical and mechanical engineering and Standards for building and construction materials through Technical Committees (TC). The Department develops and maintains National Standards, as well as, contributes to international efforts in the development and harmonization of Regional and International Standards - [Mission Statement](https://gsa.gov.gh/mission-statement/) - Purpose: To ensure the output of high-quality goods produced in Ghana whether for local consumption or for export; promote standardisation in industry and commerce; promote industrial efficiency and development; and also promote standards in public and industrial welfare, health and safety Vision: To become a model of excellence in standardisation in Africa Mission Statement: To - [Others](https://gsa.gov.gh/others-2/) - [Others](https://gsa.gov.gh/others/) - [Ghana Building Code 2018](https://gsa.gov.gh/ghana-building-code-2018/) - [Standards](https://gsa.gov.gh/standards-2/) - [Subscribe to GSA Newsletter](https://gsa.gov.gh/subscribe-to-gsa-newsletter/) - [Training & Seminars](https://gsa.gov.gh/training-seminars/) - [Publications](https://gsa.gov.gh/publications/) - [Cardiologists](https://gsa.gov.gh/cardiologist/) - Contact DoctorSenior Cardiologist Dr. Eric Walker Quisque sodales pretium elit, ut fringilla mauris accumsan quis. 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