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ZMA to launch bi-annual verification of fuel pumps and meters
The Zambia Metrology Agency (ZMA) is set to commence its first bi-annual statutory verification exercise of 2026, targeting all measuring instruments within the petroleum sub-sector
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The Zambia Metrology Agency (ZMA) is set to commence its first bi-annual statutory verification exercise of 2026, targeting all measuring instruments within the petroleum sub-sector to ensure trade accuracy and consumer protection.
The announcement follows a high-level virtual preparatory meeting held yesterday, chaired by ZMA Director for Legal Metrology, engineer Michael Nsefu.
The meeting brought together key industry stakeholders, including Oil Marketing Companies (OMCs), technical service providers, and ZMA metrologists to coordinate the upcoming nationwide inspections.
Speaking during the meeting, Dr Eng Nsefu stated that the Agency was ready to commence the exercise and called on all stakeholders to fully cooperate to ensure its successful implementation.
The exercise, mandated under the Metrology Act No. 6 of 2017, requires the mandatory testing of fuel dispensers and bulk flow meters twice a year.
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“The Zambia Metrology Agency (ZMA) today held a virtual preparatory meeting ahead of the kick-off of the bi-annual verification exercise of all measuring instruments used in the petroleum sub-sector. These instruments include bulk flow meters and fuel dispensers,” the agency wrote.
“The verification exercise is conducted twice a year to ensure that all measuring instruments used in the petroleum industry are accurate and compliant. This helps prevent over-dispensing or under-dispensing of petroleum products, thereby protecting both consumers and businesses.”
Upon successful verification, a ZMA verification sticker indicating the validity period is affixed to each instrument.
The agency stated that this sticker serves as official confirmation that the instrument has been verified and meets the required accuracy standards within the stated validity period.
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