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Africa Sets Up Continental Agency to Harmonize Food Safety Standards
Africa has adopted a statute to create the Africa Food Safety Agency, a major step toward coordinating and harmonizing food safety standards and regulations across the continent.
Mondi Becomes First in Africa to Earn Cradle to Cradle Certification
Mondi Merebank, based in South Africa, has become the first company on the continent to earn a Cradle to Cradle (C2C) certificate.
Bank of Namibia Upgrades National Payment System to ISO 20022
The Bank of Namibia has successfully transitioned its Namibia Interbank Settlement System (NISS) to the ISO 20022 global payment messaging standard, effective May 12, 2025.
East African Community Proposes New Standard for Food Labeling
The Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) has released a draft general standard for the labeling of prepackaged foods under the East African Community (EAC) framework.
Tanzania Aligns New Pepper Standard With Codex Food Safety Limits
The Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) has issued a new national standard for black and white pepper, covering both whole and ground forms. The standard, announced on April 8, sets clear safety, quality, and labeling rules in line with international benchmarks.
South African Forest Certification Expands Regionally and Enters PEFC Assessment
The South African Forestry Assurance Scheme (SAFAS) has expanded its national forest certification system into a regional framework for Southern Africa and submitted it for endorsement by the Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification (PEFC).
Morocco Launches Online Service for Certificates of Conformity, Streamlining Foreign Trade
Morocco's Ministry of Industry and Commerce, in collaboration with PortNet, has introduced a new online service for managing Certificates of Conformity (CoCs).
Open Call for ICT Standardization Experts in Five Countries Under GIST Project
An open call has been launched to recruit experts in Information and Communication Technology (ICT) standardization for the Global Partnership for Human-Centric ICT Standardization Project (GIST).
Mauritius Breaks Ground with First Geographical Indications in Agriculture
Mauritius has established its first-ever Geographical Indications (GIs), marking a major milestone in the nation's agricultural sector.
Nigeria Calls for Dual-Marking Standards at ARSO Meeting in Casablanca
The Standards Organisation of Nigeria (SON) underlined the need for dual-marking standards at the 14th ARSO Champions meeting in Casablanca, Morocco.
Nigeria’s Healthcare Sector Leverages ISO Certifications to Reverse Medical Tourism
Nigeria’s healthcare system is taking strides to retain local patients and curb outbound medical tourism by implementing ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems (QMS) and ISO 15189 for medical laboratory competence.
IEC Hosts Training Series for 35 African National Committees
The IEC is hosting five training sessions for 35 African National Committees, with over 500 staff set to receive in-depth training on standardization this year.Global News
Public Comments Open on Draft Revision of ISO 20252 Market Research Standard
A revised draft of ISO 20252—covering vocabulary and service requirements for market, opinion and social research—is under international review, with ISO member bodies invited to submit feedback by September 4.
SQF Edition 10 Coming in August With Focus on Culture, Risk, and Monitoring
The Safe Quality Food Institute (SQFI), the organization behind the SQF Program, will publish Edition 10 of its code in August 2025.
ISO 42006 Brings Clear Requirements for Auditing AI Management Systems
The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) and the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) have published ISO/IEC 42006:2025, setting requirements for bodies that audit and certify Artificial Intelligence Management Systems (AIMS) under ISO/IEC 42001.
IFS Publishes New Doctrine and Product Chart to Support HPC Version 3 Audits
IFS has released two new documents to support audits under the Home and Personal Care (HPC) Version 3 standard:
Small Defense Suppliers Warned to Strengthen Cybersecurity or Risk Losing Contracts
Small and medium enterprises supplying the US Department of Defense are being urged to seek third-party support to meet rising cybersecurity demands under the Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC).
GLOBALG.A.P. Launches IFA v6 Smart Standards for Crops and Propagation Material
GLOBALG.A.P. has released two new product categories under the Integrated Farm Assurance (IFA) version 6 plants scope.
Proposal Aims to Modernize How ISO Standards Are Classified and Organized
Germany’s national standards body, DIN, has proposed the development of ISO/NP TS 26019, which would update the International Classification for Standards (ICS).
Geely’s New Customer Requirements and Scorecard Now in Effect
Geely Holding Group’s updated Customer Specific Requirements (CSRs) and Scorecard Quick Reference Guide officially took effect on July 1, 2025.
Accreditation Opens for Interprivacy Data Protection Scheme Outside EU
Italy’s national accreditation body, Accredia, has opened accreditation for the Interprivacy data protection certification scheme, which applies to the processing of personal data outside the European Union.
IAF Report Reveals 2024 Growth in MLA Coverage and Accreditation Reach
The International Accreditation Forum (IAF) has released its 2024 report on the Multilateral Recognition Arrangement (MLA),
BIFMA Releases 2024 LEVEL e3 Standard Adding Fourth Certification Level and Fixed Criteria
The Business and Institutional Furniture Manufacturers Association (BIFMA) released the 2024 edition of the LEVEL e3 standard on April 21, 2025, starting a 12-month transition period.
