Institutional Strengthening
Ensure that standard institutions in Sierra Leone are strengthened to become internationally competitive.
Directorate Of Standards & Compliance
Ensuring quality standards and regulatory compliance for trade and industry
Mandate
The Directorate of Standards and Compliance was set up at the Ministry of Trade and Industry to formulate and harmonize policies for the National Quality Infrastructure (NQI) that will ensure collaboration in the implementation of Trade policies both at national and global level. Therefore, the directorate should develop programmes for funding through the Government of Sierra Leone and donor partners on:
Developing programmes and activities for institutional capacity building to meet the challenges of the global market.
Develop standards and quality systems to meet production requirements for local and international markets.
Provide policy and strategic guidance of the NQI to support economic growth.
Exporters Trained on SPS/TBT
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Exporters trained on Sanitary and Phyto-Sanitary/Technical Barriers to Trade
Exporters Trained on Standards
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Exporters trained on quality standards and compliance
Technical Regulations Developed
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Technical regulations developed for trade compliance
Core Functions
The key responsibilities and functions of the Directorate of Standards and Compliance
Export Facilitation
Ensure that technical as well as Sanitary and Phyto-Sanitary regulations do not constrain the export potentials of Sierra Leone.
Information Provision
Provide timely information on Sanitary and Phyto-Sanitary/Technical Barriers to Trade (SPS/TBT) requirements to exporters to ensure compliance.
Certification & Evaluation
Provide internationally recognized evaluation and certification to ensure effective quality controls.
Standards Conformity
Ensure that domestic and imported goods conform to national health, Phyto-sanitary, safety, environmental and technical standards.
Quality Infrastructure
Establish quality infrastructure to improve local and export trade.
Manufacturer Training
Ensure the training of manufacturers on Sanitary and Phyto-Sanitary/Technical Barriers to Trade (SPS/TBT).
Structure
Meet The Team
The dedicated professionals driving standards and compliance initiatives
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John Milton
Psychiatrist & Founder
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Key Achievements and Benefits of Standards Enforcement and Harmonization
The work of the Directorate of Standards and Compliance has delivered tangible improvements that strengthen trade, protect consumers, and boost economic performance across Sierra Leone.
Access to Global Market
Standards aligned with international norms break down trade barriers and enable Sierra Leonean products to access global markets.
Efficiency Gains
Metrication and certification streamline trade and reduce transaction disputes, making business operations more efficient.
Improved Competitiveness
Local industries are now better equipped to meet export requirements, enhancing their competitiveness in international markets.
Customer Trust
Regulatory oversight ensures product safety, accurate labeling, and value for money, building customer trust and confidence.
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