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Editorial: Pre-export verification of used cars comes into force soon
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Editorial: Pre-export verification of used cars comes into force soon

Published August 3, 20262 min read

Ghana Standards Authority (GSA) has announced October 1 this year (2026) as the commencement date for enforcing new automotive safety and conformity requirements for imported used vehicles.

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