WELCOME TO GAMBIA PRODUCT QUALITY AGENCY

What is GPQA

GPQA was established by the GPQA Act No. 14, 2015, which repeals the Gambia Product Quality Agency Act, Cap 59 laws of Republic of The Gambia, 2004, and Enacts the Gambia Product Quality Agency Act. 2015 for the purpose of providing additional functions for the organisation, increasing penalties for violations, and for related matters.

Our industry standards enable you and your organization to:

• IMPROVE PERFORMANCE

• ACHIEVE GROWTH

• DELIVER QUALITY PRODUCTS AND SERVICES

• REDUCE RISK

• EMBED EXCELLENCE

• KEEP EMPLOYEES AND INFRASTRUCTURE SAFE

AGRICULTURAL PRODUCE

Ensuring quality growth of agricultural and farm produce

Our Core Mandate and Position

At the heart of the Gambia Product Quality Agency’s mission is a steadfast commitment to protecting and promoting high-quality products across The Gambia. The Agency prioritizes the interests and welfare of citizens by ensuring access to a wide range of quality products at competitive prices, while fostering an environment where safety remains paramount. Its approach includes implementing rigorous measures to ensure that products are safe for their intended or normal use, thereby safeguarding public health and strengthening consumer confidence.

Beyond product safety, the Agency takes proactive steps to develop and implement broad-based policies that reflect the economic realities of The Gambia. It carefully reviews economic activities within the country to identify and eliminate anti-competitive and restrictive practices. Committed to preventing market distortions and addressing abuses of dominant positions, the Agency works to ensure that all businesses operate on a fair and level playing field.

Through these efforts, the Agency seeks to cultivate a transparent and equitable marketplace that benefits both consumers and businesses. By championing quality, safety, and fair competition, it contributes to the overall welfare and sustainable economic growth of The Gambia.

FUNCTIONS OF GPQA

The Gambia Product Quality Agency performs several key functions that uphold product quality and promote fair competition among manufacturers, importers, government institutions, contractors, tender participants, and exporters.

Regulatory Oversight

The Agency establishes comprehensive guidelines and regulations that govern product quality. These standards are essential for protecting consumers from substandard, unsafe, or hazardous goods and for ensuring consistency and reliability in the marketplace.

Market Surveillance

The agency carries out market surveillance activities to detect harmful products and unsafe practices. By monitoring product performance in real-world applications, GPQA is able to promptly identify and address any issues that arise.

Quality Assurance

GPQA conducts regular audits and inspections of products and manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with established quality standards. This includes testing product samples, evaluating production methods, and reviewing the technical data associated with the products.

Consumer Education

Educating consumers about product safety, quality standards, and their rights is essential. The GPQA offers resources and information designed to empower consumers to make well-informed purchasing decisions.

Support for Innovation

In a rapidly evolving marketplace, fostering innovation while maintaining high quality standards is critical. GPQA supports research and development by establishing frameworks that enable businesses to introduce new products without compromising safety or compliance.

Foreign and Local Products Registration

Registration with the GPQA is a stringent regulatory mandate for both local and foreign goods; it ensures that every product on the Gambian market strictly adheres to national safety and quality benchmarks.

Have any questions?

If you have any questions about regulatory requirements, feel free to contact us.