Host Country: Republic of Ghana | Host Institution: Ghana Standards Authority (GSA)

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Celebrating 50 Years of Standards Development in Africa

Join us in Accra for a historic milestone in continent-wide standardization and trade.

📅 19th – 23rd July 2027 | 📍 Accra, Ghana

Welcome Message from the Host Nation

On behalf of the Government of Ghana, the Ghana Standards Authority (GSA), and the African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO), it is our distinct honor to invite delegates, industry champions, policymakers, and global trade leaders to Accra for the 33rd ARSO General Assembly Events.

2027 marks a momentous chapter in our continent’s history as we celebrate ARSO @ 50 (1977–2027)—five decades of harmonizing standards, breaking down Technical Barriers to Trade (TBTs), and driving economic integration under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Accra—the historic capital of trade, culture, and Pan-African unity—is ready to welcome you with open arms and true Akwaaba hospitality.

Key Event Highlights

• ARSO @ 50 Golden Jubilee Gala – A night of celebration honoring 50 years of standardization milestones, past leaders, and pioneering National Standards Bodies across Africa.
• The 33rd ARSO General Assembly & Council Sessions – Strategic policy meetings shaping the future roadmap of African standardization.
• African Day of Standardisation Sessions – Keynotes and panel discussions featuring regional trade ministers, AfCFTA Secretariat officials, and industry pioneers.
• Exposition & B2B Networking – Showcasing certified African products, innovative quality assessment tools, and trade technology solutions.

Event Overview

Plan Your Visit

• Venue & Accommodation – Partner hotels with negotiated delegate rates, shuttle services, and proximity to the conference center will be published soon.
• Visa & Travel – Ghana offers visa-on-arrival and e-visa arrangements for official ARSO delegates. Detailed visa clearance guidelines will be sent upon registration.
• Explore Ghana – Experience Accra’s vibrant arts, coastal heritage sites, and world-renowned culinary culture during your stay.

Secure Your Place in Accra

Official registration opens in early 2027. Stay tuned to this website for more updates.