International Trade and Development in Eswatini

Eswatini Standards Authority - Eswasa

OVERVIEW Eswatini standards authority (swasa) was formed by the government of Eswatini through the quality and standards act (10) 2003, and is a parastatal under the auspices of the ministry of commerce, industry and trade. This act gives swasa the mandate of promoting standards and quality in local industry, commerce and the public sector and also empowers the authority to be the sole custodian of all issues regarding standards and quality in Eswatini. The move to establish swasa was in-line with regional and international trends brought about by world trade organization (WTO) initiatives aimed at eliminating tariff and non-tariff barriers to trade, and creating a neutral platform that will promote trade of quality goods and services across countries and economic blocks. Besides opening up global opportunities for trade, standardization also ensures that imported and locally manufactured goods are not harmful to human and animal lives and the environment. VISION To be the recognized center of excellence and preferred supplier of services relating to the use of standards in Eswatini. MISSION To promote quality principles and facilitate the use of standards to reduce technical barriers to trade and investment, and to provide technical support for MSME’s and industrial development in order to ensure a sustainable Swazi economy. At swasa, we work with our customers to assure the performance of their products, processes and organizations through training and certification. We help customers build stakeholder trust and create a platform for sustainable performance. We offer the following portfolio of training and certification services. OUR SERVICES Standards development Standards sales Standards-based trainings Testing facilitation services Management systems certification (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO HACCP & OHSAS 18001) WTO/TBT enquiry point Information dissemination Consumer education on standards

11 to 50 staff

Swaziland Standards Authority Swasa

The Swaziland Standards Authority (SWASA) is a public enterprise under the Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Trade established by the Standards and Quality Act No. 10 of 2003. SWASA is the premier certification body of the Kingdom of Swaziland through the Quality Assurance Department offering the latest in management systems and product certification services. At SWASA, we work with our customers to assure the performance of their products, processes and organizations through training and certification. We help customers build stakeholder trust and create a platform for sustainable performance. We offer the following portfolio of training and certification services. VISION To be the recognized centre of excellence and preferred supplier for services relating to the use of standards in Swaziland and beyond. MISSION To promote quality principles and facilitate the use of standards to reduce technical barriers to trade and investments, ensure a sustainable Swazi economy, safeguard the nation's health, safety and environment. OUR SERVICES Standards Development Standards Sales Standards-based Training Management Systems Certification (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO HACCP & OHSAS 18001) Product Certification Testing Facilitation Services WTO/TBT Enquiry Point Information Dissemination Consumer Education on Standards

11 to 50 staff

Pact Eswatini

Pact Eswatini supports civil society organizations, OVC, adolescent girls and young women, male circumcision, key populations, and child abuse in HIV prevention

51 to 200 staff

International Trade Department Ministry Of Commerce, Industry & Trade

Serves as a focal point and coordinator for Swaziland’s external trade relations Initiates and implements Swaziland’s external trade-related strategies Serves at an appropriate level as a trade negotiator for Swaziland’s bilateral, regional and multilateral trade relations Provides trade facilitation support to traders both exporting and importing in Swaziland Provides information relating to external trade to the private sector, government, civil society as well as individuals undertaking research Carries out research and analytical work on external trade policy related issues Advocates for the market access opportunities for goods and services originating from Swaziland Provides import-related support to charity organisations and non-governmental organisations (NGOs) and other similar entities in the clearance duty-free, of donated goods into the country which are not for resale.

11 to 50 staff

Sokokuu Africa

Sokokuu Africa, a subsidiary of the AeTrade Group, is the African continental digital marketplace aimed at empowering African SMEs, youth and women entrepreneurs through a unique blend of e-commerce platform and empowerment initiatives. It promotes made-in-Africa products, boosts intra-Africa trade and facilitates the implementation of the AfCFTA. “Sokokuu,” derived from Kiswahili and meaning “common market,” represents African unity. What distinguishes Sokokuu Africa is its integrated approach, which moves beyond traditional e-commerce platforms. Our digital marketplace is designed to support the needs of every African business, regardless of its size. Join us in boosting intra-African trade and shaping a vibrant future

201 to 500 staff

Undp Eswatini

11 to 50 staff