Papa Secka
GambiapoliticianMale6.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Papa Secka is the Director General of The Gambia Standards Bureau (TGSB), a pivotal figure in enhancing the country's standards and quality infrastructure. He has been instrumental in the Bureau's growth since its establishment in 2010, overseeing its development into an organization with over 70 staff members. Secka played a key role in The Gambia's journey towards becoming an ISO member in 2009 and has emphasized the importance of international standards in promoting quality and competitiveness in the market. His recent engagement with the ISO Secretary-General during a historic visit underscores his commitment to fostering partnerships that support sustainable development and innovation in The Gambia.
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Papa Secka, Director General of the Gambia Standards Bureau, said the country’s limited testing capacity makes conformity assessment particularly important.
Gambia set to clamp down on substandard electrical productsGambia· 2026-08-12
Papa Secka, Director General of the Bureau, discussed the strategic plan aimed at creating value for customers and partners.
Driving economic growth: Standard Bureau validates new 5-year strategic blueprintGambia· 2026-07-17
Director General of The Gambia Standards Bureau, Papa Secka, described the visit as a historic milestone for the institution.
ISO Secretary-General visits Gambia to deepen partnershipGambia· 2026-07-01
