The quality infrastructure includes all actors involved in standardisation, metrology, accreditation and conformity assessment services (inspection, testing and certification of products and systems). A well-developed quality infrastructure is a prerequisite for local companies to participate in international trade: without it, the quality and safety of their products cannot be demonstrated.

We offer support in cases where European companies want to import from Africa, but product quality poses a challenge. Together with European companies or associations, we develop and implement projects to overcome these barriers. To find out more about the nature of these projects, have a look at our range of services or our current Projects .

Our projects support African companies in accessing new markets. These new export opportunities enable them to increase their production and achieve higher prices for their products, which in turn can lead to an increase in wages. Environmental and social standards, which are in high demand by international importers, furthermore have positive effects on working conditions and the protection of natural resources.