Working together with regulatory bodies will increase the update of standards da at national and continental level. Standards are just papers of they are not implemented. African Organisation for Standardisation is committed to building quality culture working hand in hand with the standards users.

ARSO contributed to the UNECE workshop to launch a project on Promoting inclusiveness by strengthening gender skills in the trade quality infrastructure chain hosted by the Government of Benin through ANM in Cotonou, on 13th - 14th February 2025

Did you know? African Standard ARS 166 Coffee Triers This African Standard specifies the characteristics of a coffee trier suitable for taking samples through the sides of closed bags and which is particularly suitable for the sampling of green coffee in accordance with ARS 162

With the African Organisation for Standardisation President elect B. Kebapetse,we had a very fruitful meeting with Minister for trade and entrepreneurship,Botswana T. Ntsima, his deputy B. Mathoothe and PS discussing ARSO implementation strategies for the next 3years and the role of the incoming president BK

With the African Organisation for Standardisation President elect B Kebapetse we had very fruitful meeting with Minister of international relations, Botswana,P.Butale,especially the implementation of AU resolution of 2014 on all AU Member States becoming ARSO members; 13MS remaining, our target is in 3years

Did you know? African Standard ARS 937 Soy protein products — Specification This African Standard specifies requirements and methods of sampling and test for soy protein products intended for human consumption. Nsengimana

Productive day in Antananarivo! 🇲🇬 ARSO & BNM's workshop on harmonized African standards for agro-food & bioethanol is underway, boosting quality & AfCFTA goals. 45 experts are driving change! #AfricanStandards #AfCFTA #FoodSafety #Bioethanol #ARSO #BNM

BIG NEWS from African Organisation for Standardisation ! We are championing sustainable food packaging across Africa ♻️, tackling environmental impact with new harmonized standards! #SustainablePackaging #ARSO #africana Read more here...arso-oran.org/harmonisation-… Nsengimana

Today l had a very fruitful meeting with Hon M Shelile Minister of MTIBD,Lesotho on implementation of African Organisation for Standardisation programs. Committed to fast track the accession of Kingdom of Lesotho to the African Organisation for Standardisation membership by June 2025

Did you know? ARS 1567-2 School wear fabrics Part 2: Blazer fabrics This African Standard covers the specific requirements for six types of plain dyed fabric and one type of striped fabric suitable for use in the manufacture of school-wear blazers. Nsengimana

HAPPENING: SG Nsengimana joins RSB to officiate the opening ceremony as #Rwanda hosts the African Organization for Standardization (African Organisation for Standardisation ) continental training on Conformity Assessment and the use of Certification Marks to promote intra-Africa trade. Prudence Sebahizi #RwOT

The training on conformity assessment & the ARSO Certification Marks is very valuable in boosting our drive to achieve ARS & EMA certification for African products. SMEs appreciate the opportunities Certification of their products brings #MarketAccess #ARSOCertification

Road to one standard-one test-one certificate accepted everywhere continues…together with Ibrahima Thiam, Minister of State in charge of SMEs, Senegal, African Organisation for Standardisation engaged stakeholders on the role of African standards to increase Intra-African trade by using the ARSO quality mark

Today I had a very fruitful meeting with Dr Serigne G. DIOP,Minister of industry and commerce, Senegal.We exchanged on African Organisation for Standardisation programs and upcoming ARSO GA scheduled 25-27 June in Tanzania. I am thankful for your support to ARSO.

Today, African Organisation for Standardisation SG Nsengimana & KEBS KENYA MD MD KEBS - Esther Ngari visited the Directorate of the Veterinary Services (DVS) located at the Kabete Veterinary Laboratories (VETLAB), hosted by Dr. Sabenzia Wekesa, to discuss land for ARSO HQ. Read more here... arso-oran.org/arso-and-kebs-…

Did you know? ARS 1562 Footwear - Women's closed shoes -Specification This African Standard specifies the requirements for ladies closed shoes made of all types of materials. Nsengimana

1/2 Yesterday, African Organisation for Standardisation S G Dr. Hermogene Nsengimana - Nsengimana paid a courtesy visit to H.E. Abdikariim Abdow Hayder, State Minister of Transportation and Aviation, to discuss the critical role of African Standards for the Automotive Industry in Somalia's development.

As per the AU Resolutions through the Ministers of trade and Industy meetings, universal membership of AU MS to ARSO is key towards achieving 1 STDs-1 test-1 Certificate accepted everywhere thus increase Intra africa trade. Congratulations Lesotho, welcome to the ARSO fraternity.