Uganda Wildlife Authority has once again successfully passed the internal accreditation for the ISO/IEC 17025:2017 assessment, an annual evaluation that examines quality management systems, technical expertise, and excellence in laboratory service delivery.
This assessment was carried out by the South African National Accreditation System at the Uganda Wildlife Authority Diagnostic and Research Laboratory (UWADRL), located in Queen Elizabeth National Park, Kasese.
The evaluators praised UWA for the technical skills of its staff in accurately conducting various laboratory tests, maintaining a laboratory setup that complies with all safety standards for safe diagnostic procedures, managing professional equipment records including inventory, calibration schedules, calibration certificates, and service reports, as well as demonstrating strong support from top management in upholding laboratory service standards.
This outstanding accomplishment clearly shows that Uganda Wildlife Authority is dedicated to upholding quality laboratory systems, technical proficiency, and excellence in laboratory professionalism.
The assessors commented, *“Maintaining accreditation under such a stringent international standard highlights the professionalism, commitment, and teamwork exhibited by the staff.”*
Ongoing adherence to ISO/IEC 17025:2017 not only boosts confidence in tests results but also strengthens UWADRL’s vital role in advancing wildlife health, research, and One Health initiatives both within the country and internationally.
