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Celebrating world metrology day 2023

The goal of department of metrology is to enhance stringent testing and effective laboratory services
as to promote safety and protection of consumer health

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Enhancing coordination of programmes
and projects that promotes effective
standards

Technical regulations are implemented in all the sectors of the economy to enhance
prosperity for all

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12th ARSO Continental Essay Competition

The 12th ARSO Continental Essay Competition Organized by the African Organization for Standards (ARSO) in partnership with the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS). This Essay competition, held by ARSO since 2012, aims to foster a culture of quality among Africa’s youth, equipping them with insights into the critical role of standards in sustainable development.

SSNBS Disposes of Expired Food Products to Protect Public Health

March 6, 2025Juba, South Sudan The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS), in line with its mandate under the National Bureau of Standards Act of 2012, has intercepted 1,644 cartons of expired pasta during a routine market inspection.To safeguard public health, the expired products were safely disposed of at the designated dumping site on the outskirts of Juba.The Director General of Technical Operations reaffirmed SSNBS’s commitment to ensuring that all imported and locally available products meet national safety standards.SSNBS urges businesses and consumers to remain vigilant and report any suspected expired or counterfeit products.

Vision

A South Sudan where international provisions in standardization, conformity assessment, quality assurance, metrology, testing and technical regulations are implemented in all the sectors of the economy to enhance prosperity for all

Mission

To enhance coordination of programmes and projects that promotes effective standards, quality assurance, metrology, testing, accreditation, calibration and inspection services in South Sudan

Core Values

Professionalism,
Teamwork,
Integrity,
Accountability and Transparency,
Equity and Inclusiveness

From SSMO To SSNBS

South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) commenced as Sudanese Standards and Metrology Organization (SSMO) in the Sudan. The SSMO was established through the Ministry of Cabinet Resolution No. 287 dated 1992, Presidential Decree issued on 10th November 1992 and National Assembly Resolution No. 68 dated 1993. It was housed too within the Ministry of Cabinet Affairs, Republic of the Sudan.

Our Mandate

The South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS) was first established as a Directorate of Grade &Standards of the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Supply in 2006 vide Republican Decree through Council of Ministers’ Resolution 116/2006 and later created as a full fledged Bureau in 2012 via SSNBS Act to take charge of development of standards, inspection and quality assurance&, and metrology, testing and calibration services in the Republic of South Sudan

Core functions of the South Sudan National Bureau of Standards (SSNBS)

Arising from the mandate and in accordance with SSNBS Act 2012 & Weights & Measurements Act 2012, the SSNBS Functions are to:

Formulate general policies, regulations plans and programmes in the fields of standards, metrology, testing and calibration facilities;
Formulate standard specifications for commodities and codes of practice as may be required from time to time;
Promote and facilitate a standardization programme for South Sudan and the participation of South Sudan in international standardisation activities;

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Our Work

Strengthen regulatory framework
Enhance standardisation in the country

Promote effective metrology for the Republic of South Sudan.

1. Improve on laboratory testing and calibration services in the country
2. Provide effective certification to the investors so as to promote competitive trade
3. Enhance quality assurance in trade and commerce in South Sudan

Strengthen capacity building and infrastructure development of the SSNBS
Enhance institutional efficiency and effectiveness in implementation and service delivery in the SSNBS.

1. Institutionalise and enhance service delivery through research, planning, monitoring and evaluation.

Our Quality Is Our Pride