Accra, July 23, GNA-Ghana is in the process of establishing a National Metrology Institute to bolster the country’s status as a regional leader in scientific and industrial measurement, Mrs Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare the Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and Industry, has said.
Speaking at the opening of the 18th General Assembly of the Intra-Africa Metrology System (AFRIMETS) in Accra, the Minister said the country was building a metrology system that would not only support domestic manufacturing but also integrate seamlessly with global standards.
She said the move was critical to the success of the government’s 24-Hour Economy and Accelerated Export Development Programme (24H+), which is expected to help create over 1.7 million jobs.
“In a world increasingly driven by precision and data, accurate measurements are the currency of trust. They ensure that goods are safe, services are reliable, and trade is fair,” Mrs Ofosu-Adjare said.
She said with support from the German government, and through strategic cooperation with the Physikalisch-Technische Bundesanstalt (PTB), GSA was undertaking a bold transformation of the national measurement
infrastructure.
She said GSA was spearheading efforts to upgrade its metrology capabilities to position the country as a regional leader in scientific and industrial measurement.
“Already, significant strides have been made. We are expanding our capabilities in temperature, mass, and electricity measurements, ensuring that these critical domains meet international standards and are traceable to the SI units,” the Minister added.
These upgrades will not only serve Ghana’s industries and consumers but will also support the broader ECOWAS region with highquality, internationally recognized metrological services.
Mrs Ofosu-Adjare reaffirmed Ghana’s commitment to AFRIMETS, saying through it the continent was building a uniquely African metrology system that would support the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), enhance competitiveness, and safeguard public health and safety.
“AFRIMETS continues to be a beacon of regional cooperation, harmonizing measurement systems, facilitating trade, and building technical capacity across Africa. Its work is essential to achieving the aspirations of Agenda 2063, and Ghana is proud to contribute to this shared vision,” the Minister said.
President of AFRIMETS, Dr. Henry
Rotich, said the 2025 General Assembly was a testament to the collective commitment to advancing metrology and fostering collaboration across the African continent.
He said over the past year remarkable progress had been made to enhance measurement standards and practices.
“Our efforts have not only strengthened our regional capabilities but have also positioned Africa as a key player in the global metrology community,”Dr Rotich added.
“Metrology fosters trust in trade, drives innovation in science, and anchors technological progress,” he noted.
The Board Chairman of the Ghana Standards Authority, Hudu Mogtari, called for the building of robust measurement systems to support the growth of the African Continental Free Trade Area.
“In this context, metrology is not a peripheral concern; it is a strategic enabler. It is the invisible architecture that supports quality assurance, competitiveness, and trust in our markets,” he said.
“Together, let us build a metrology ecosystem that is not only technically sound, but strategically bold. One that reflects Africa’s aspirations, amplifies its voice, and secures its place in the global standards landscape,” Mr Mogtari added.
Acting CEO of the GSA, Clifford Frimpong, said the event was a reaffirmation of the commitment to advancing metrology for sustainable
development across Africa.
“Your presence here today is a testament to the growing importance of metrology in shaping Africa’s industrialization, trade, and innovation agenda,” he said.
The 18th AFRIMETS General Assembly on the theme: “150 Years of the Metre Convention: Prospects for Metrology within the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)” is a week-long programme of technical meetings, workshops, and industrial tours aimed at harmonising Africa’s measurement systems and advancing the continent’s metrology agenda.
AFRIMETS was founded to harmonize metrology across Africa and is supported by NEPAD, PTB, NMISA, and others.
GNA
Christian Akorlie