Standards Act, 2008 (Act No. 8 of 2008)

Preamble

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WHEREAS it is desirable to—

•	provide for the continuation of the SABS as the peak national standardization institution in South Africa responsible for the development, maintenance and promotion of South African National Standards;

•	ensure provision of an internationally recognised standardisation system that continue to support the needs of South African enterprises competing in a fast-paced global economy; and

•	promote South African National Standards as a means to facilitate international trade and enhancing South Africa's economic performance and transformation.

BE IT THEREFORE ENACTED by the Parliament of the Republic of South Africa, as follows:—