Tag: Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS)

DP Supports 2025 Political Parties Amendment Bill, Opponents fear Funding Exclusion

The Democratic Party (DP) has expressed support for the 2025 Political Parties and Organizations (Amendment) Bill, which aims to formalize two key organs within the National Consultative Forum, specifically the Inter-Party Organization for Dialogue (IPOD) and...

Ssenyonyi Cries Foul over mishandling of UPDF Amendment Bill Procedure

National News

Opposition Members of Parliament led by Leader of Opposition Joel Ssenyonyi on Tuesday May 20 2025 walked out of Parliament in protest over what they called a “sham process” in the handling of the Uganda Peoples’...

Business

UNBS Stresses Measurement Accuracy for Fair Trade,Consumer Trust on...

The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) has urged all users of measuring equipment to calibrate and verify their...

Business

Thomas and Company, Tembo Steel Win Top Honors at...

The EAC Regional Quality Awards not only spotlighted the best-performing companies but also emphasized the need for regional collaboration in improving business standards.

Business

UNBS Urges Local Manufactures to Embrace Certification of Products

UNBS has developed over 4,862 standards, which include 1,133 standards in the Food, Agriculture, and Forestry sector, 1,465 standards in the Chemicals and Consumer Products sector, 1,488 standards in the Engineering and Construction sector, and 776 standards in the Services and Business Management sector.

Business

UNBS, PPDA Collaborate to Ensure Safe Grains for Schools...

The initiative is expected to significantly improve the quality of grains available on the market, benefiting not only schools but also the general public. By prioritizing the procurement of certified products, Uganda aims to align with regional and global market standards, enhancing food safety and public health.

Business

Uganda Implements New Guidelines for Grain Procurement to Improve...

The government's commitment to improving grain quality in line with the National Grain Trade Policy of 2015 mandates that all public entities source grain from providers certified by the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS).

Crime

UNBS Launches Crackdown on Dubious Business Practices

UNBS would take appropriate action against any business found engaging in unethical practices.

Crime

EXPOSED: How UNBS Seized over 700 Bags of Underweight...

During the inspections, it was discovered that the packaging material of the underweight sugar was tampered with, as the inner polyethylene layer was found with holes.

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