AfBSA - African Biological Safety Association
Is a non-governmental, non-political, non-sectarian and non-profit making association through which its members work,
WHO WE ARE
About AfBSA
AfBSA is a non-governmental, non-political, non-sectarian and non-profit making association through which its members work, co-operate and collaborate with one or each other, or with other associations, scientific or health organizations, institutions or individuals throughout Africa or elsewhere in the world to promote Biosafety and Biosecurity as scientific disciplines in Africa.
The Association is continental, having its primary area of operation within the Continent of Africa and whose membership is primarily drawn from persons and institutions of Africa as hereinafter provided.
The goals of the consortium are
Venue
To provide a regular venue for informational opportunities and in-depth discussion and debate of the needs and requirements for testing of genetic biocontrol technologies by experts from countries most likely to experience both the risks and the benefits.
Forum
To provide a regular venue for informational opportunities and in-depth discussion and debate of the needs and requirements for testing of genetic biocontrol technologies by experts from countries most likely to experience both the risks and the benefits.
Workshops
To provide a regular venue for informational opportunities and in-depth discussion and debate of the needs and requirements for testing of genetic biocontrol technologies by experts from countries most likely to experience both the risks and the benefits.
Communication
To provide a platform for review of guidelines, raise awareness, providing training and technical support to other key stakeholders, stakeholder engagement and creating public trust at the national, regional, and continental levels during research and field trials/release of genetic biocontrol agents and their products.
Improvement
To promote a consistent approach to research and development and improve operational effectiveness by raising awareness of and offering training to member organizations on applicable regulations and best practices guidance.
Funding
To provide a platform for the Member Organizations to collectively advocate for shared interests and identify opportunities for joint funding or in-kind support.
Message from the AfBSA President
Dear colleagues and friends,
The African Biological Safety Association (AfBSA) was founded on a shared commitment to protect people, the environment, and our communities from biological risks while enabling responsible life science research and innovation across the continent.
Today, Africa’s biosafety and biosecurity landscape is rapidly evolving. New technologies, from genetic biocontrol to synthetic biology, are opening extraordinary opportunities, but they also bring new responsibilities. Our role as AfBSA is to help African scientists, institutions, and governments build the skills, networks, and frameworks needed to manage these challenges safely and confidently.
Through strong national associations, collaborative training, and open exchange of experience, we aim to strengthen biosafety and biosecurity culture in every African country. AfBSA serves as a continental platform where expertise is shared, partnerships are built, and the next generation of biosafety professionals can grow.
With appreciation and resolve,
Dr. Larbi Baassi
President, African Biological Safety Association (AfBSA)
News & Events
4th AfBSA Biological Safety Conference Call for Abstracts
The African Biological Safety Association (AfBSA) www.afbsa.org is a professional Association that aims to congregate practitioners of biological safety,
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Ethiopia: Nation Acquires First Bio-Safety Mobile Lab
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