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
… tiate legal proceedings against five e-commerce platforms operating in Ghana, including Temu, alleging that they are selling and distributing imported products that have not received the necessary approvals from the Food and Drugs Authority (FDA) and the Ghana Standards Authority …
Consumer Protection Agency calls for prosecution of Temu, four other e-commerce firmsJoy Online
The Ranking Member of Parliament’s Committee on Trade, Industry, and Tourism and Member of Parliament for New Juaben South, Michael Okyere Baafi, has called on the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) to strengthen its revenue generation to sustain its operations and enhance its impac …
New Juaben South MP urges GSA to boost revenue generationJoy Online
The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) is calling for increased investment in product testing infrastructure to ensure Ghanaian goods meet the requirements of international markets, particularly the European Union. …
GSA calls for investment to boost product testing and meet EU export standardsDaily Guide
… The Association also raised concerns over the quality and safety of some imported shoes, claiming that certain products bypass safety checks by the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) due to false declarations at the ports. …
GLFMA Cries Over Chinese Shoe ImportsJoy Online
The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), in collaboration with Germany’s national metrology institute, Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB), has donated 50 calibrated weighing scales to traders in Techiman to promote fair trade and consumer protection. …
GSA, PTB donate 50 calibrated weighing scales to Techiman traders on World Metrology DayJoy Online
The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) will soon roll out a digital mobile application to help consumers identify non-standard products on the market. …
GSA to launch digital App for consumers to scan and identify non-standard productsJoy Online
The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), in collaboration with Germany’s Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB), has distributed 50 calibrated weighing scales to traders in Techiman as part of activities marking the 2026 World Metrology Day. …
GSA and German partners distribute calibrated scales to traders in TechimanJoy Online
The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has shut down sections of the Ashaiman China Mall warehouse, containing products such as mattresses and electrical appliances, suspected of being manufactured with substandard materials. …
GSA shuts down sections of Ashaiman China Mall warehouse over alleged substandard productsJoy Online
The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has intensified its national campaign against the influx of low-grade consumer goods by shutting down 5A Homes, a Chinese-owned manufacturing facility operating within the Dawhenya enclave in the Greater Accra Region. …
GSA shuts down 5A Homes for allegedly producing substandard mattressesJoy Online
… Emily Milla‑Amekor, a Ghanaian civil servant and Scientific Officer at the Ghana Standards Authority, served as Vice‑Chancellor during CDSU’s early consolidation phase. …
CDSU marks milestones in Global Diplomatic Education and Institutional EvolutionGhana'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 →