Experts at the event advised companies to form specialised compliance units dedicated to the continuous monitoring and interpretation of regulatory updates.

The conference, lauded as a prime opportunity for stakeholders within the coatings sector, provided a platform for manufacturers, distributors, and other industry players to engage directly and forge business relationships throughout the African continent.

However, the conference also shed light on the substantial challenges manufacturers face in adhering to health and safety standards. With regulations varying widely across different regions, companies are tasked with the complex job of ensuring all materials and processes conform to rigorous criteria.

The industry is grappling with the need for extensive documentation, significant investments in facility enhancements, and comprehensive staff training programs to stay compliant.

--Innocent Semosa/ChannelAfrica--