Accra, Ghana – The Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), in collaboration with the Ministry of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry (MOTAI), has commissioned 311 Standards Inspectors to enhance fair trading practices and consumer protection across the country. This initiative is designed to bolster the enforcement of national standards and regulations, thereby shielding consumers from substandard products and services.
The newly commissioned inspectors will be deployed nationwide and are tasked with enforcing the GSA Act 2022 (Act 1078). This action is viewed as a vital step towards fostering a fair business environment and protecting consumer interests in Ghana.
Mrs. Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare, Minister for Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, highlighted the significance of the commissioning, stating that it aligns with the government’s efforts to ensure accurate measurements, uphold quality control, and support economic growth in line with the proposed 24-hour economy. She emphasized that a 24-hour economy necessitates a strong framework for reliable trade activities, a vision the inspectors will contribute to realizing under President John Dramani Mahama. The Minister urged the new inspectors to execute their duties with integrity and called for continued support for their crucial role in achieving the 24-hour economy.
Mr. Cliford Frimpong, Acting Director of the GSA, affirmed that the commissioning ceremony underscores the inspectors’ dedication, discipline, and readiness to uphold standards that protect consumers, promote fair trade, and support national development.
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