The Ghana Standards Authority in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, has commissioned 311 Standards Inspectors in the country to ensure fair trading practices and consumer protection.
This initiative aims to strengthen the enforcement of standards and regulations in the country, ultimately protecting consumers from substandard goods and services. With the newly commissioned inspectors, the Ghana Standards Authority is expected to intensify its monitoring and enforcement activities, ensuring that businesses comply with established standards.
The Inspectors who would be deployed nationwide are mandated to enforce the GSA ACT 2022 (Act 1078)
The move is seen as a crucial step in promoting a fair business environment and safeguarding consumer interests in Ghana.
The Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, Hon. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare has been instrumental in driving initiatives that support economic development and consumer protection in the country. She revealed that, the move forms part of the government’s efforts to ensure accurate measurements, uphold quality control and support economic growth in line with the 24hr economy.
She emphasized that as the government strives towards fulfilling the vision of a 24-hour economy, the importance of TSIs cannot be overstated. “A 24-hour economy demands a robust framework that supports reliable trade activities and the TSIs have a significant role in contributing to the realization of this vision by the President, His Excellency John Dramani Mahama” she said.
The Minister urged them to carry their work with integrity while calling for continued support for the inspectors and recognized the important role they play in our quest for a 24hr economy.
The Acting Director of GSA, Mr. Cliford Frimpong in his address, said the ceremony stood as a testament to the inspectors’ commitment, discipline and readiness to uphold the standards that safeguard the consumers, promote fair trade and support national development.
Source: (Comms & Advocacy Unit, MoTAI)