African Organization for Standardization

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African Organization for Standardization (ARSO), formerly the African Regional Organisation for Standardisation, is an Intergovernmental organization of 43 countries of Africa.[1] It also led the continental program Eco Mark Africa.[2]

History

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It was formed by United Nations Economic Commission for Africa and Organisation of African Unity[3] in August 17, 1977[4] at Accra, Ghana[5][6] with 21 African governments.[7]

Purpose

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The purpose of the organization is to facilitate trade between Countries of Africa with the Countries of the world[4][5][6] and to maintain a framework for production of cocoa beans.[3]

Member Countries

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African Organization for Standardization Map

The 42 members of African Organization for Standardization are:

References

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