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09/10/2026

📢 SAHPRA Learnership Opportunities!

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) invites applications for the Business Administration Learnership Programme.

This 12-month learnership includes fully funded theoretical training provided by an accredited training provider, combined with workplace-based experience. Learners will receive a monthly stipend to support them during the programme.

🎓 Qualification: Further Education and Training Certificate – Business Administration (NQF Level 4)

🗓 Closing date: 23 October 2026 at 16:00

🔗 Find out more and apply: https://bit.ly/41uX9Uk

Take the next step towards building your career with SAHPRA!

09/10/2026

08/10/2026

We’re having a fantastic Day 3 at WHX Johannesburg 2026

The SAHPRA team continues to meet with healthcare professionals, industry partners, and visitors at our exhibition stand. We're here answering your questions about health product regulations and sharing how we work to keep South Africa safe.

Today, Khomotso Maredi and Neo Monaheng from our Medical Devices Unit are at the stand sharing insights into medical device regulation and SAHPRA's mission to protect public health.

A huge thank you to everyone who has stopped by to chat with us so far!

08/10/2026

It’s never too late to share your experience. If a medicine doesn’t feel right, tell SAHPRA. Your report may help to protect millions of South Africans and improve safety of medicines. Download the Med Safety App and play your part.

Available for download for both Android and IOS:

Medsafety moibile application

07/10/2026

Report medicine side effects in under two minutes. Do not ignore how you feel after taking medicine. Together we can ensure that medicines in South Africa are safe and do what they claim can do. Download the Med Safety App now.

Available for download for both Android and IOS:

Medsafety moibile application

06/10/2026

Engaging stakeholders at WHX Johannesburg 2026

SAHPRA's Regulatory Affairs Manager, Dr Gontse Moutloatse, supported by the Head of Pharmaceutical Pre-Registration, Mphako Ratlabyana, presented on SAHPRA's role and mandate, including topical issues ranging from regulatory processes and medicines regulation to medical devices and Radiation Control Licensing.

The session provided attendees with valuable insights into South Africa's health products regulatory environment and opportunities to engage directly with SAHPRA experts.

06/10/2026

SAHPRA at WHX Johannesburg 2026 | Gallagher Convention Centre, Midrand

The SAHPRA team is engaging with healthcare professionals, industry stakeholders, and visitors at our exhibition stand, sharing information on our role, regulatory processes, and services.

Our team was on hand to answer questions and provide guidance on a range of regulatory matters.

06/10/2026

How you feel after taking medicine matters. Reporting a side effect can help you make informed decisions about your health and medicines, while supporting the safe use of medicines for others. Get the Med Safety App today.

Available for download for both Android and IOS:

Medsafety moibile application

05/10/2026

Felt uncomfortable after taking your medicine? Don’t brush it off, Report it. Be part of a healthier, safer South Africa by reporting side effects and helping strengthen medicine safety in South Africa for everyone. The Med Safety App makes reporting quick and simple. Download it today.

Available for download for both Android and IOS:

Medsafety moibile application

01/10/2026

As part of our Heritage Month commemoration, SAHPRA gathered to celebrate Heritage Day and our vibrant diversity under the theme: Our Heritage, Our People, Our SAHPRA.

Our heritage is more than just where we come from—it’s found in the languages we speak, the food we share, the music we dance to, and the traditions that unite us.

It was a day filled with joy, incredible traditional attire, dancing, and delicious cuisine! Events like these give us all a chance to appreciate South Africa’s rich cultural tapestry and celebrate the unique experiences that make us who we are.