African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO)

African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) The fundamental mandate of ARSO is to develop tools for standards development, harmonization...

The African Organization for Standardisation, formerly the African Regional Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) traces its genesis to the unfolding events and the prevailing mood of the African socio-political and economic Pan-Africanism of the 1970s and the culmination of which at a Conference held at the historic and important city of Accra, Ghana. The idea of a continental standardisation b

ody had received considerable impetus from the buoyant and optimistic mood that characterised the post-independence period in most of Africa. The mood then, under the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), was one of pan-African solidarity and collective self-reliance born of a shared destiny with standardisation viewed as a guidepost of the destiny and bedrock of African Economic Integration Agenda and a route to linking up of the fresh Africa’s economy with the rest of the world and to deliver the African Common Market for economic prosperity of the continent.

ARSO @ 50 - GENESISLagos Plan of Action - 1980Lagos Plan of Action is a sweeping pan-African economic framework adopted ...
10/06/2026

ARSO @ 50 - GENESIS

Lagos Plan of Action - 1980

Lagos Plan of Action is a sweeping pan-African economic framework adopted in 1980 by the Organisation of African Unity currently the African Union to boost continental self-reliance.

It formally tasked the African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) with establishing an all-African quality certification scheme to harmonise trade and elevate regional products.

10/06/2026

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African Standard ARS 850 Potato crisps — Specification

This African Standard specifies requirements, sampling and test methods for crisps made from potato tubers (Solanum tuberosum L.).

09/06/2026
09/06/2026

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African Standard ARS 1019 Ginger drink — Specification

This African Standard specifies requirements and methods of sampling and test methods for non-alcoholic ginger drink intended for direct human consumption.

This standard does not apply to ginger drink that is carbonated or alcoholic. of this standard.

08/06/2026

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African Standard ARS 2141 Fresh cornelian cherry — Specification

This African Standard specifies requirements and methods of sampling for the fresh cornelian cherry, Cornus mas L. to be supplied fresh to the consumer.

This standard does not apply to cornelian cherry for industrial processing.

Future of Clean Cooking in Africa 🌍✨We successfully hosted the Validation Workshop on the Baseline Study Report on Clean...
05/06/2026

Future of Clean Cooking in Africa 🌍✨

We successfully hosted the Validation Workshop on the Baseline Study Report on Clean Cooking Fuels & Equipment in Africa!

Bringing together key stakeholders, experts, and partners, this workshop was a crucial step toward standardizing and accelerating clean cooking solutions across the continent.

Key Discussions from the Agenda:

📊 Expert Insights: A comprehensive presentation of the baseline study's key findings by Ms. Caroline Mwangi, Enock Mati and Fredrick Ojigo

✅ The Path Forward - A final validation of strategic recommendations by our Consultant & Team to drive real impact.

A huge thank you to all the participants who contributed their expertise to help transition Africa toward healthier, more sustainable cooking solutions.

05/06/2026

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African Standard ARS 2113 Dried vegetables and herbs for food use — Specification

This African Standard specifies requirements, sampling and test methods for dried vegetables and herbs for food use, offered for direct consumption or further processing, including for catering purposes or for repackaging, if required.

A Major Milestone for Quality and Standards in Nigeria!​Yesterday, 4th June 2026, African Organisation for Standardisati...
05/06/2026

A Major Milestone for Quality and Standards in Nigeria!

​Yesterday, 4th June 2026, African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) celebrated a tremendous achievement as 220 products from 131 enterprises were officially awarded the prestigious ARSO QUALITY MARK.

The landmark event brought together around 500 key stakeholders from various sectors of the Nigerian economy. It was championed by Dr. Ifeanyi Chukwunonso Okeke (Director-General/Chief Executive of Standards Organisation of Nigeria - SON and Dr. Hermogène Nsengimana (Secretary-General of the African Organisation for Standardisation - ARSO).

​The event was officially opened on behalf of the Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, MFR, by the Ministry's Permanent Secretary, Dr. Chris Osa Isokpunwu.

Congratulations to all the certified enterprises driving quality and intra-African trade forward!



Umutoni Nadine

04/06/2026

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African Standard ARS 1023 Hibiscus drink — Specification

This African Standard specifies requirements and sampling and test methods for non-alcoholic hibiscus drink intended for direct human consumption.

Ahead of tomorrow's official launch, the African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) Secretary General, Dr. Hermog...
03/06/2026

Ahead of tomorrow's official launch, the African Organisation for Standardisation (ARSO) Secretary General, Dr. Hermogene Nsengimana visited two of forward-thinking Nigerian enterprises set to be awarded the prestigious ARSO Quality Mark (ARSO QM):
1. Mohalkos Mills Ltd
2. Oceanglory Commodities Ltd

​Both enterprises have been rigorously certified by the Standards Organisation of Nigeria - SON against the adopted continental standard ARS 461 for Milled Rice (Specification).

​With this certification, both companies are geared up to expand their horizons, targeting new external markets and scaling their businesses across the African continent. This is a shining example of how standardization unlocks the power of intra-African trade!

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Umutoni Nadine
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ARSO Central Secretariat, International House 3rd Floor
Nairobi
P.O.BOX57363-00200CITYSQUARE,NAIROBI,KENYA.

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Tuesday 08:30 - 17:00
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