Strengthening Diagnostic Quality Across Africa
We deliver innovative External Quality Assessment programs that help diagnostic laboratories achieve accurate, reliable results — improving patient outcomes across 12+ countries.
Quality Diagnostics Save Lives
Less than 10% of diagnostic laboratories in Southern Africa currently participate in External Quality Assessment programs. That's a gap that directly impacts patient care.
AfriQA Labs exists to close this gap. We combine One World Accuracy's global standards with locally produced, innovative solutions designed for the realities of African healthcare systems.
Laboratories targeted across 12+ African countries
8 Comprehensive EQA Programs
Covering the most critical diagnostic areas in infectious disease testing — from HIV and malaria to tuberculosis and hepatitis.
HIV Antibodies & Antigen
Comprehensive proficiency testing for HIV rapid diagnostic tests and ELISA-based screening.
HBV Molecular Testing
EQA for Hepatitis B viral load and molecular diagnostic assays using DTS technology.
HCV Molecular Testing
Quality assessment for Hepatitis C molecular diagnostics with room-temperature stable specimens.
TB Diagnosis
Proficiency testing for GeneXpert and smear microscopy TB diagnostic methods.
Malaria Microscopy
Virtual microscopy-based proficiency testing accessible via standard computers and phones.
Blood Morphology
Digital slide-based assessment of peripheral blood smear interpretation skills.
Bacterial Identification
EQA for bacterial identification and antimicrobial susceptibility testing proficiency.
Quality Management (Kibocore)
Integrated quality management software for document control, competency, and compliance.
Technology That Removes Barriers
Traditional EQA programs require cold chains, expensive equipment, and complex logistics. Our technology changes that.
Dried Tube Specimen (DTS)
Room-temperature stable specimens that eliminate cold chain requirements. Samples remain viable for 35 days — making quality assessment accessible even in remote settings.
Virtual Microscopy
Digital proficiency testing that replaces traditional microscopes with high-resolution virtual slides. Accessible from any standard computer or smartphone.
OASYS Platform
The global gold-standard EQA results management system. Real-time performance tracking, peer comparison, and comprehensive analytics for every enrolled laboratory.
Kibocore QMS
Integrated quality management software for competency records, document control, equipment maintenance, non-compliance tracking, and supplier management.
Bridging the Quality Gap in African Diagnostics
In Zambia alone, over 500 diagnostic laboratories operate — yet fewer than 40 participate in any form of external quality assessment. Across Southern Africa, the participation rate is below 10%.
Every laboratory that joins our EQA programs takes a measurable step toward more accurate diagnoses, better treatment decisions, and stronger health systems.
Enroll Your Laboratory
Register for one or more of our 8 EQA programs. Onboarding takes 2–3 months.
Receive Specimens
DTS specimens arrive at room temperature — no cold chain, no special handling.
Test & Submit Results
Run your standard testing protocols and submit results through the OASYS platform.
Get Actionable Feedback
Receive detailed performance reports within two weeks, with peer comparison data.
Trusted Partnerships
We work alongside global leaders in laboratory quality to deliver programs that meet the highest international standards.
One World Accuracy (1WA)
Official collaboration partner providing world-class EQA expertise and the OASYS platform for results management.
OASYS Platform
The global gold-standard digital platform for EQA results submission, peer comparison, and performance analytics.
Kibocore QMS
Integrated quality management software enabling efficient QMS rollout with document control and compliance tracking.