Cotecna Renews 5-Year CBCA Contract with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce in Zimbabwe

Cotecna is proud to announce the renewal of its Consignment-Based Conformity Assessment (CBCA) contract with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce (MIC) of Zimbabwe. The official signing ceremony, held in Harare, reaffirmed the long-standing partnership between Cotecna and the Government of Zimbabwe, a collaboration focused on promoting quality, safety, and efficiency in international trade.

Representing Cotecna at the ceremony were Mrs. Lena Södergren, Vice President of VOC and Africa, and Mr. Cedric Serre, Senior Regional Manager for Southern Africa. The Honourable Minister of Industry and Commerce, Hon. Dr. N. M. Ndlovu, officiated the signing on behalf of the Government of Zimbabwe. 

Honourable Mr. N.H. Ndlovu emphasized that Zimbabwe is open for business during his speech, and the signing of the contract reinforces this message by demonstrating the country’s commitment to fostering trade and investment 

During the event, Mrs. Södergren reiterated Cotecna’s unwavering commitment to the CBCA programme and its important role in Zimbabwe’s trade ecosystem. She highlighted that Zimbabwe remains one of the company’s most valued partnerships in the region both professionally and personally and that it is always a pleasure to return. Her presence underscored Cotecna’s continued dedication to strengthening the programme and building a future defined by mutual growth and shared goals.

Under the renewed 5-year agreement, Cotecna will continue to deliver pre-shipment verification services.  

Cotecna expresses its sincere appreciation to the Ministry’s leadership and technical teams for their ongoing trust and collaboration.

With this renewed mandate, Cotecna looks forward to continuing its role in supporting Zimbabwe’s import control system, protecting consumers, and enabling compliant trade. Together with the Ministry of Industry and Commerce, we are committed to building a stronger, safer, and more efficient trade future for Zimbabwe. 

Looking to export to Zimbabwe? Contact us or download our free Zimbabwe CBCA exporter guide. 

About Cotecna

For over 50 years, we have been supporting agriculture, food and pharma, minerals and metals, and consumer products supply chains all over the world. We provide testing, inspection, and certification services to help our clients navigate evolving regulations, ensure product compliance, and support their sustainability journey.