News - Africa

Cotecna strengthens industry collaboration and promotes food safety excellence across Africa through its participation in the inaugural FSSC Information Day in Johannesburg.

Cotecna Ghana staff learned eye safety, digital eye strain prevention, and vision health tips.

Understanding the Role of Quality Infrastructure in Facilitating Trade

From certification to inspections: the support exporters can expect under the PCEC programme.

The expanded Côte d'Ivoire VOC Programme now includes chemical products which means the need to a mandatory COC before shipment

One accreditation, one contact, one process. Supporting exporters across Côte d'Ivoire, Gabon and Congo.

Understanding the pillars that support product compliance and consumer protection in Zimbabwe.

Through recent media appearances, Cotecna reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Republic of Congo's conformity assessment objectives through PCEC.

Effective 17 August 2026, photovoltaic solar cell systems and related solar energy products are now regulated under Egypt's GOEIC Verification of Conformity Programme.

Speed ratings. Load indexes. Compliance requirements. What tire exporters need to know before shipping to African markets.

Cotecna Enhances Metals & Minerals Operations in South Africa with Leadership Engagement by Mark Houchin.

Cotecna Benin is proud to have actively participated in the celebration of the 2026 National Certification and Accreditation Day on July 9, 2026.

Connecting with mining industry stakeholders and discussing solutions that support mining operations across Zimbabwe.

Learn Kenya's PVoC rules, follow the certification steps, and get tips to prevent import delays.

Cotecna shares ACONOQ's official communication to keep importers, exporters and trade stakeholders informed about the latest developments in the Congo PCEC Programme.

Discover what the Côte d'Ivoire VOC scope extension means for your products, shipments and conformity assessment obligations

A Key Milestone for Cotecna in Kenya for the PVOC Programme

Understanding Certificate of Conformity (COC) CIV Requirements for Market Access

Key Technical Specifications and Labelling Requirements for Fertilizer export to Zimbabwe

Beyond compliance: understanding the practical requirements, risks, and decisions involved in exporting under Gabon’s conformity assessment programme.