October 14, 2024: Kampala, Uganda
The Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS) joined the rest of the world to commemorate World Standards Day 2024, highlighting the critical role of standards in promoting quality, safety, and innovation. This year’s theme, “Shared Vision for a Better World: Spotlight on SDG 9,” emphasises the importance of quality infrastructure, sustainable industrialisation, and innovation in achieving the United Nations’ Sustainable Development Goals.
UNBS marked World Standards Day 2024 by awarding 26 companies certified against ISO 9001:2015—Quality Management Systems and Integrated Management Systems for their commitment to quality excellence.
Top Honorees:
• CWG (Uganda) Limited and Securex Agencies (U) Limited were among the first to receive this prestigious recognition.
• Eagle Air Limited, Sino Africa & Medical Devices Limited, and Uganda Management Institute (UMI) also made the cut, demonstrating their dedication to quality management.
• Other notable awardees included Uganda National Meteorological Authority (UNMA), Hema Beverages Limited, and Pharma Sourcing Limited.
“UNBS is committed to supporting Uganda’s development agenda through standards and quality,” said Eng. James N. Kasigwa, UNBS Executive Director.
Quality Management: Quality management systems have various benefits, including:
– Enhanced consumer loyalty
– Reduced expenses
– Improved decision-making
– Increased competitiveness
UNBS’s Commitment to Quality: UNBS empowers businesses to adopt quality management systems through:
– Certification programs
– Training and capacity building
– Advocacy and awareness
“By embracing quality management, Ugandan businesses can compete favorably in the global market. We urge more organizations to join the quality movement,” Eng. Kasigwa encouraged.
World Standards Day 2024 is a call to action. Join UNBS in promoting “Quality Everywhere” and discover how standards can transform your business.
Full List of Awardees:
1. CWG (Uganda) Limited
2. Securex Agencies (U) Limited
3. Eagle Air Limited
4. Sino Africa & Medical Devices Limited
5. Uganda Management Institute (UMI)
6. Uganda National Meteorological Authority (UNMA)
7. Hema Beverages Limited
8. Pharma Sourcing Limited
9. Rimrecords Limited
10. Acacia Foundation Ltd
11. Pinnacle Security Limited
12. Kimsy Meds Limited
13. Kwik Computing Limited
14. Sam’s Paper Production
15. Tembo Steels (U) Limited- Lugazi
16. Rwenzori Sustainable Trade Centre Limited
17. Corporate Security Services Uganda Limited
18. Psalms Food Industries Limited
19. Pearl Security Services Limited
20. Textile Development Agency (TEXDA) Limited
21. Uganda Business and Technical Examinations Board (UBTEB)
22. Ministry of East African Community Affairs (MEACA)-UGANDA
23. Britania Allied Industries Limited
24. Eagle Air Limited
25. Hariss International Limited
26. Saracen (U) Limited
These companies have demonstrated their commitment to quality management, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement, aligning with the principles of ISO 9001. This achievement is a testament to their hard work and dedication to excellence.
