Cotecna & SFAAZ host a Webinar to Unpack CBCA and Digital Solutions for Logistics Professionals

Cotecna, in partnership with the Shipping and Freight Forwarding Association of Zimbabwe (SFAAZ), recently hosted a webinar aimed at logistics and procurement professionals. The session focused on the Consignment-Based Conformity Assessment (CBCA) program and Cotecna’s digital tools designed to make compliance easier and faster. 

Why CBCA Matters 

The CBCA program is a mandatory requirement for goods entering Zimbabwe. Its primary purpose is to: 

• Ensure product quality and safety by verifying compliance with Zimbabwean and international standards.
• Protect consumers and businesses from substandard or counterfeit products.
• Facilitate smooth customs clearance by reducing delays caused by non-compliant shipments.
• Promote fair trade practices and safeguard the local market. 

For exporters and importers, understanding CBCA is critical to avoiding costly delays, penalties, and rejected shipments. This is why Cotecna organized the webinar to provide clarity and practical guidance. 

Key Highlights from the Webinar 

The session opened with Jeana Shoniwa from SFAAZ, who emphasized the importance of collaboration in streamlining trade processes. Cotecna experts then shared insights on: 

• Implementation of CBCA programs and the step-by-step process.
• Risk-based evaluation of goods how high-risk and low-risk items are assessed.
• Inspection procedures and compliance verification. 

Cedric Serre, Cotecna’s Regional Manager for Southern Africa, highlighted Cotecna’s 50+ years of experience in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry and its strong global presence. Our Senior VoC Administrator Girisha Ramduth provided a detailed walkthrough of the CBCA process, explaining how inspections are conducted and what exporters need to prepare. 

Digital Solutions for Seamless Compliance 

To make compliance easier, Cotecna showcased its Digital Solutions video, featuring tools that allow logistics and procurement professionals to manage processes anytime, anywhere: 

• Customer Portal – Track applications and certificates in real time.
• On-Sight – Enable remote inspections for faster turnaround.
• E-Docx – Securely manage and submit documents online. 

The webinar concluded with an interactive Q&A session, where attendees explored tailored solutions for their businesses. 

At Cotecna, we believe in solving challenges and creating customized plans for our clients, making trade in the Zimbabwean market easier and more efficient. Whether you are an exporter or importer, Cotecna is your trusted partner for compliance and smooth business operations. 

If you missed the webinar watch it now here for free or contact us for more information on the Zimbabwe CBCA program. 

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.