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Several representatives from AFRAC member Accreditation Bodies joined the Communications Network meetings of the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated, contributing to discussions as preparations continue for the organisation’s launch and upcoming webinars.

🌍 Mr. Celestine Okanya, DG of NiNAS & AFRAC Chair, chaired the 28th PAQI Joint Committee Meeting, uniting ARSO, AFRAC, AFSEC & AFRIMETS to boost Africa’s Quality Infrastructure, trade, and consumer trust. #QualityInfrastructure #Accreditation #Africa

Happy Africa Industrialization Day 2025! We join the continent in marking this day. By promoting mutual recognition of accredited results, AFRAC helps remove technical barriers to trade and strengthens trust across borders—opening markets and supporting AfCFTA priority sectors

Congratulations to Brahim Houla, elected as Chair, & Emanuele Riva, elected as Vice-Chair, of the Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated! Their terms begin 01 January 2026, guiding the organisation through its launch & formative phase. iaf.nu/en/news/new-le…

Congratulations !!! Brahim and Emanuele.

A new era in accreditation! The Global Accreditation Cooperation Incorporated launches on 1 Jan 2026, uniting IAF & ILAC efforts for global trust and recognition. AFRAC welcomes this milestone in strengthening worldwide cooperation. #AFRAC #GLOBAC #TrustThroughAccreditation

Several AFRAC member Accreditation Bodies are attending the @IAF_Global @ILAC_Official Joint Annual Meetings in Bangkok, Thailand 🇹🇭. This global forum strengthens cooperation, harmonizes practices & amplifies Africa’s voice in international accreditation. #Accreditation

IAF-ILAC Joint Annual Meetings 2025 – Bangkok, Thailand From 15–24 Oct, accreditation bodies worldwide gather to strengthen cooperation & trust in accredited services. AFRAC, via its member ABs, is participating, ensuring Africa’s voice shapes global accreditation discussions

As we seek to have a robust accreditation system for the continent, we are glad that the #AFRACGA25 got covered in the Ugandan news!

The AFRAC General Assembly, chaired by Mr. @celestineokanya convened today to review reports, workplans & key resolutions. As AFRAC’s highest decision-making body, the GA strengthens collaboration & ensures accreditation drives trust, trade & quality in Africa. #AFRACGA2025

The AFRAC Executive Committee (EXCO) met today, chaired by Dr. Celestine Okanya. The EXCO guides AFRAC’s strategy, ensures smooth operations & drives implementation of GA resolutions. Strong leadership, stronger accreditation in Africa #AFRAC #Accreditation #Leadership

At the #AFRACGA2025 in Entebbe, the MRA Council, chaired by Ms. Susannah M. Ochieng, met to strengthen trust in accreditation. AFRAC’s MRA ensures that certificates are “once accredited, accepted everywhere,” boosting intra-African trade & global market access. #QualityFirst

The AFRAC Technical Committee met today in Entebbe 🇺🇬, hosted by UGANAS. Chaired by Thabo Chesalokile with Vice-Chair Felista Nyakoe, the TC approved key work plans and priorities that will shape Africa’s quality infrastructure roadmap. #AFRACGA2025 #QualityFirst #Africa

Strengthening Africa’s Quality Infrastructure! We congratulate @ARSO_ORG on signing an MoU with WAAS & NiNAS— a milestone towards: ✅ Mutual recognition of accreditation ✅ Harmonized conformity assessment ✅ Stronger PAQI ✅ Boosting trade under #AfCFTA #Accreditation

The AFRAC Marketing & Communication Committee met at #AFRACGA2025 in Entebbe. Members reviewed the 2025 Workplan, publications, social media, brochures & global feedback—while beginning to shape the 2026 strategy to strengthen AFRAC’s visibility. #Accreditation #Communication

The Testing & Calibration Sub-Committee met at #AFRACGA2025 in Entebbe, Uganda. Discussions focused on advancing technical priorities, strengthening lab #accreditation & building trust in results that support trade and Africa’s quality infrastructure. #Testing #Calibration

The #Inspection Technical Committee Sub-Committee convened at #AFRACGA2025 in Entebbe. Led by Mr. Abraham Wekesa, the session advanced strategies to strengthen inspection #accreditation—building trust, reducing trade barriers & supporting AfCFTA goals. #QualityInfrastructure

🇺🇬 The 16th AFRAC GA & Meetings are underway in Entebbe! Speakers, including AFRAC Chair @celestineokanya, Vice Chair Mpho Phaloane, and @UGANAS_25 leaders, highlighted how accreditation drives trust, safety & growth. ABs & stakeholders across Africa will shape the week ahead.

The AFRAC General Assembly & Meetings 2025 will take place from 22–26 September in Entebbe, Uganda 🇺🇬. A key platform where accreditation bodies, regulators & stakeholders unite to advance quality infrastructure across Africa. #AFRACGA2025 #Accreditation

At #IATF2025 in Algiers, Algeria, AFRAC moderated a powerful session on QMS Standards for Africa’s Automotive Sector. Experts from ARSO, PTB, AAAM, ITC & AFSEC shared insights on harmonized standards like IATF 16949, fueling Africa’s auto industry growth. #Accreditation