In July 2024, CLAME participated in the EAC Secretariat’s regional workshop in Entebbe, Uganda .
During the workshop, the Technical Working Group made progress on the development of the Mutual Recognition Mechanism and the draft labeling guidelines for the registration of Plant Pest Control Products. The workshop also discussed collaborative approaches to managing counterfeits and illegal trade in pesticides within the East African Community (EAC). This dialogue aimed to raise awareness of pressing issues related to the proliferation of counterfeit pesticides in the region.
The dialogue in Uganda represented a critical step toward recognizing the threats posed by counterfeits and illegal pesticides in the EAC. The EAC Secretariat aims to establish a harmonized strategy that raises awareness and fosters successful cooperation among key stakeholders to enhance the region’s capacity to tackle counterfeit and illegal pesticides.
CropLife AME firmly believes that a regional approach to managing counterfeits and illegal pesticides is a critical step toward success.