Also known as: GSA
Ghana Standards Authority — government agency enforcing vehicle, product and quality standards including pre-export conformity verification for vehicle imports and electrical product market surveillance.
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Joy Online
… Through this infrastructure, the BRCs liaise with business regulatory agencies such as the Registrar General’s Department, Ghana Standards Authority, Ghana Revenue Authority, and Food and Drugs Authority, providing a full bouquet of support services at the district level. …
Digital engines of growth: The role and impact of ICT on SMEs in GhanaJoy Online
… The summit brought together representatives from the FIA Foundation, Transaid, the National Road Safety Authority, Ghana Standards Authority, Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority and the Ministry of Trade to discuss measures to improve motorcycle safety and strengthen efforts t …
Chief of Staff urges stronger collaboration to curb motorcycle-related road deathsJoy Online
… It stated, for example, that a small factory seeking to expand could face requirements involving the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA), Metropolitan, Municipal and District Assemblies (MMDAs), Ghana Standards Authority and other regulatory agencies. …
Only three in 10 micro businesses reach medium scale – ILAPI researchThe Ghanaian Times
… Dr Nyamekye disclosed that AWL intended to collaborate with the Ghana Standards Authority, the Ghana Tourism Authority and other stakeholders to strengthen the country’s poultry production standards and integrate animal welfare considerations into policies governing hospitality e …
6 hotels win top animal welfare awardsJoy Online
… It has also received recognition from the Ghana Revenue Authority for tax compliance and remains in good standing with the National Petroleum Authority, the Environmental Protection Agency and the Ghana Standards Authority. …
PETROSOL secures approval to raise capital on Ghana Stock ExchangeJoy Online
The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has announced that it will begin the strict enforcement of the National Vehicle Homologation and Conformity Assessment Programme from October 1, requiring all vehicle manufacturers, assemblers, importers, distributors and dealers to comply with …
GSA to enforce vehicle standards from October 1, warns non-compliant cars will be blockedJoy Online
The Ghana Standards Authority’s decision to enforce the Pre-Export Verification of Conformity programme for used vehicles from October 1, 2026, is a step in the right direction. …
Ghana’s used-vehicle import reforms are necessary, but the policy needs fine-tuningJoy Online
The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), in collaboration with the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) and the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, has officially opened nominations for the 15th AGI Ghana Industry and Quality Awards, inviting companies across the country t …
AGI opens nominations for 15th Ghana Industry and Quality AwardsJoy Online
… Awal Mohammed, Deputy CEO of the Ghana Standards Authority in Charge of Operations and a prominent member of the ASWAJ community, admonished the Muslim community to embrace education as a means of eradicating hooliganism and other negative social vices. …
Bono East’s first Islamic SHS, ASWAJ, officially inaugurated in TechimanJoy Online
… The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) is expected to introduce the programme on October 1, 2026, requiring imported vehicles to undergo conformity checks before shipment to Ghana. …
VADUG urges gov’t to suspend planned vehicle conformity verification programmeGhana's SMEs account for approximately 60% of GDP and over 90% of all businesses, but face severe structural challenges including a $4.8 billion annual financing gap and limited market access. Information and Communication Technology is emerging as a potential solution to bridge these gaps and unlock entrepreneur potential.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's SMEs account for approximately 60% of GDP and over 90% of all businesses, but face severe structural challenges including a $4.8 billion annual financing gap and limited market access. Information and Communication Technology is emerging as a potential solution to bridge these gaps and unlock entrepreneur potential.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Chief of Staff Dr Julius Debrah has called for stronger collaboration among government agencies and road safety stakeholders to promote responsible motorcycle use and reduce road fatalities, noting that 1,345 people lost their lives in road crashes in Ghana in 2025 and motorcycles account for about 35 per cent of road deaths across Africa.
20 August 2026 · Joy Online →
A study of 600 Ghanaian businesses by the Institute for Liberty and Policy Innovation found that 28.2 per cent of micro enterprises surveyed transitioned fully to medium scale, while 44.64 per cent moved to small enterprise status. The research attributed the low transition rates to structural, financial and regulatory barriers, including multiple compliance layers and licensing requirements that discouraged expansion.
13 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Animal Welfare League has awarded "Champions of Compassion" status to six hotels—Ibis Styles Accra Airport Hotel, Accra City Hotel, Oak Plaza Hotel, African Regent Hotel, La Palm Royal Beach Hotel, and Mövenpick Ambassador Hotel Accra—for committing to cage-free egg sourcing and ethical treatment of laying hens. The awards, part of the inaugural Hospitality with Heart Awards, evaluated 31 three-star hotels and above on their commitment to responsible sourcing and animal welfare standards.
12 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
PETROSOL Platinum Energy PLC has received approval from the Ghana Stock Exchange and the Securities and Exchange Commission to raise long-term capital on the Ghana Stock Exchange. The company plans to use proceeds for expansion including investments in renewable energy, solar power, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure.
7 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Standards Authority will begin strict enforcement of the National Vehicle Homologation and Conformity Assessment Programme from October 1, requiring all vehicle manufacturers, assemblers, importers, distributors and dealers to comply with national vehicle standards before vehicles enter the country to strengthen road safety and environmental protection.
5 August 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana's Standards Authority will enforce Pre-Export Verification of Conformity for used vehicles from October 2026, rejecting those over 10 years old or with major structural damage. While the policy aims to improve vehicle safety and transparency, an editorial argues that age-based restrictions alone are insufficient without broader reforms including affordability, financing, taxation, and consumer education.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Association of Ghana Industries (AGI), in collaboration with the Ghana Standards Authority and the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, has opened nominations for the 15th AGI Ghana Industry and Quality Awards, scheduled for November 2026, to recognise companies demonstrating outstanding performance in manufacturing, service delivery, innovation, quality standards, sustainability and corporate excellence. The submission deadline is September 10, 2026, with eight major award categories across 22 sectors.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
ASWAJ Islamic Senior High School, the first Islamic secondary institution in Bono East Region, was officially inaugurated in Techiman two years after it began operations. The ceremony was attended by members of the Ahlussunna Wal Jama'a community, traditional rulers, educators, and government officials.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Vehicle and Asset Dealers Union of Ghana has appealed to government to suspend the Pre-Export Verification of Conformity programme scheduled for October 1, 2026, arguing that the planned timeline is too ambitious and wider consultation with industry stakeholders is needed before implementation.
3 August 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Standards Authority will from October 1, 2026, enforce mandatory pre-export inspections for all used vehicles imported into Ghana under the GS 4510 standard to ensure they meet safety and quality requirements. The enforcement, delayed for years, aims to prevent unsafe and unroadworthy vehicles from entering the country and reduce road crashes.
3 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghana's Standards Authority will enforce Pre-Export Verification of Conformity (PVoC) for vehicle imports from October 1, 2026, requiring all used vehicles to comply with national standard GS 4510 before shipment. The programme will prohibit importation of vehicles with major structural damage (flood-submerged, fire-damaged, twisted chassis), right-hand-drive vehicles, assembled vehicles, and those over 10 years old, aiming to prevent substandard vehicles and improve road safety.
31 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A road safety advocate has filed a lawsuit at an Accra High Court against the Driver and Vehicle Licensing Authority and the National Insurance Company over the registration, licensing, and insuring of Toyota Voxy vehicles in Ghana, citing rising fatality rates and safety concerns that prompted the National Road Safety Authority to investigate the vehicles.
27 July 2026 · The Chronicle →
Herbal medicine experts have urged the government to establish a single national standard for herbal medicines and review the implementation of Ghana's Essential Herbal Medicines List, citing inconsistencies in regulation and procurement that are hindering industry growth. The General Secretary of the Ghana Federation of Traditional Medicine Practitioners Associations called for the Ghana Standards Authority to develop uniform standards to be adopted by the FDA, the Traditional Medicine Practice Council, and industry players.
24 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission has warned that no cannabis cultivation licences have been issued, making all existing farms operating nationwide illegal and liable to sanctions. Parliament is yet to approve the final regulatory framework before the Commission can begin issuing licences, and cannabis cultivation is restricted to medicinal, industrial, and research purposes only.
23 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Standards Authority announced plans to deepen collaboration with regulatory institutions, law enforcement agencies, importers, manufacturers and dealers to remove substandard electrical products from the market and reduce fire outbreaks. The initiative aims to ensure only certified, quality electrical products are sold to consumers through intensified market surveillance and increased public awareness.
22 July 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →
Ghanaian electrical engineering company Flux Power & Automation has launched Smappee Infinity, a smart energy management system designed to help businesses monitor electricity consumption in real time, reduce waste, and improve energy efficiency through digital dashboards and mobile applications.
21 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The CEO of Rockland Farms has called for a 10- to 20-year legally backed national roadmap for Ghana's poultry industry, arguing that long-term policy certainty is needed to attract investment, increase local production, and strengthen food security. She noted that the sector lacks coordination among regulatory institutions and that while the government's 'Nkoko Nkitinkiti' initiative is positive, it should be complemented by broader commercial-scale reforms.
17 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Union of Traders' Associations has formally withdrawn its reservations about the Ghana EasyPass Programme after the Ghana Standards Authority assured it that the initiative does not introduce new taxes, mandatory compliance requirements or additional financial obligations for traders and importers. Both parties issued a joint statement acknowledging the disagreement resulted from a misunderstanding of the programme's operational guidelines.
11 July 2026 · Joy Online →
A joint study by the Ghana Standards Authority and the Centre for Indigenous Knowledge and Organisational Development found that 100% of cabbage samples tested from Agbogbloshie and Madina markets exceeded established Maximum Residue Levels for eight different pesticide chemicals. In contrast, 67% of okra samples met safety standards, though some okra from Agbogbloshie Market contained high levels of hazardous chemicals.
6 July 2026 · Daily Guide →
The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana has called on President Mahama to halt the Ghana Easy Pass Programme, arguing the mandatory pre-export conformity verification regime will increase business costs, drive up consumer prices, and duplicate work already done by existing regulatory agencies.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana has rejected the Ghana Standards Authority's Ghana Easy Pass Programme, a mandatory pre-export conformity verification regime for imported goods, arguing it will increase business costs and consumer prices while duplicating oversight already performed by existing regulatory agencies.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
The Food and Beverages Association of Ghana has opposed the Ghana Standards Authority's Ghana Easy Pass Programme, arguing that the mandatory pre-export conformity verification regime for imported goods will increase business costs and consumer prices, and duplicates oversight already performed by existing state agencies.
6 July 2026 · Joy Online →
Karpowership Ghana Company Limited received the Best Environmental Protection Campaign Award and the Best Company in Environmental Management Practices Award at the 2026 Health, Environment, Safety and Security (HESS) Awards, recognising its environmental stewardship, regulatory compliance, and sustainable business practices.
29 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Narcotics Control Commission and Bureau of National Investigations have arrested a Ghanaian woman identified as the lead shipper of 320kg of methamphetamine intercepted in Australia. Authorities are tracking at least ten other suspects in connection with the shipment.
24 June 2026 · The Chronicle →
The Narcotics Control Commission has arrested the alleged kingpin linked to the attempted export of approximately 320 kilograms of methamphetamine to Australia that was intercepted by Australian authorities, while continuing to pursue other suspects involved in the international drug trafficking operation.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Standards Authority has held a stakeholder workshop to finalise arrangements for a National Organic Certification Scheme, aiming to reduce dependence on foreign certification bodies and unlock premium export markets for farmers and agribusinesses. The scheme, built on ISO/IEC 17065 and aligned with EU Organic Regulation 2018/848, will follow a four-stage certification cycle covering crops, horticultural products, fruits and vegetables.
24 June 2026 · Joy Online →
Ghana Standards Authority, with German Development Cooperation support, is establishing Ghana's first nationally-managed Organic Certification Scheme to enable farmers to access premium markets in Europe and North America where certified organic products command 20–40 percent price premiums. The scheme, aligned with EU standards and covering crops, horticultural products, fruit and vegetables, enters its final implementation phase as the global organic food market is projected to exceed US$380 billion by 2030.
22 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →
Makeup Ghana has commissioned the Ghana Beauty & Wellness Index, a biennial evidence-based report designed to track the industry's economic size, workforce, and growth trends. The inaugural 2026 edition will document five core areas including the industry's size and GDP share, practitioner and business numbers, and certification levels.
19 June 2026 · Joy Online →
The Ghana Standards Authority, partnering with German Development Cooperation, is establishing Ghana's first nationally-managed organic certification scheme to help farmers access premium markets in Europe and North America, where certified organic products command price premiums of 20–40 percent.
19 June 2026 · Business & Financial Times →