• Update on COVID-19 Therapies

    SAHPRA was joined by experts to discuss the latest updates on Covid-19 therapies. Date: Monday, 21 February 2022 Time: 11h30 - 12h30 Speakers 1. Dr. Boitumelo Semete-Makokotlela, SAHPRA CEO 2. Prof. Hannelie Meyer, NISEC committee chairperson 3. Prof Andy Parish, HOD of Internal Medicine (Walter Sisulu...

  • SAHPRA Industry workshop

    Virtual

    The purposes of the webinar are to provide clarification on the responsibilities of SANAS and SAHPRA with regards to Conformity Assessment Bodies (CABs) operating in South Africa and to have a discussion on the renewal process and expectations from the industry and SAHPRA. Date: Thursday,...

  • Webinar: Launch of SAHPRA’s Online OTC Medicines’ directory

    Virtual

    South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) hosted a live webinar launching our new and first-of-its-kind Online Directory for over-the-counter (OTC) medicines in South Africa. When did it happen? 30 June 2022   Watch webinar recording below:

  • Webinar: Updates on Adverse events following Immunization

    Virtual

    South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) held a live media briefing where we provide an update on Adverse Events Following Immunisation. Representatives of SAHPRA and the Minister of Health, Dr Joe Phaahla were in attendance. When did it happen? 04 August 2022   Watch...

  • Webinar – Good Regulatory Practices and its implementation in the Medical Devices Sector

    Virtual

    We are pleased to invite you to participate in an online webinar on “Good Regulatory Practices and its implementation in the Medical Devices Sector” that will take place on 10 and 11 August 2022 under the joint work of the COVID-19 Medical Device Regulatory Convergence Project (MDRC) and the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA). The program for the event is attached which includes recognized subject matter experts from the World Health Organization and World Trade Organization, amongst others.

  • Workshop – Pharmacovigilance Systems

    Virtual

    The SAHPRA Vigilance and Inspectorate units hosted a workshop on the Pharmacovigilance Systems' Guideline for Holders of Certificate (HCR). The workshop is scheduled for: Date: 30 August 2022 Time: 09h00 – 12h00 Registration link: https://bit.ly/pv-systems-workshop Event recording: 

  • Webinar on Increasing Awareness and Reporting of Medication Errors

    Virtual

    The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) hosted a conversation on what medication errors are and why it is vital that patients or healthcare professionals report them. We have invited panellists from two hospitals to share their knowledge, experience, and expertise to begin this...

  • Webinar on Radiation Control Engagement with Inspection Bodies

    Virtual

    The Radiation Control Unit of the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) hosted an engagement with Inspection Bodies. We have invited several Inspection Bodies to share their knowledge, experience, and expertise to begin this conversation focusing on the: Accreditation process by the South African National...

  • Webinar on Unpacking Malaria on World Malaria Day

    Virtual

    The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) hosted a webinar to increase awareness and understanding of malaria this World Malaria Day. The purpose was for the public to learn and engage with experts on malaria. We had invited panellists from various sectors to share...

  • Webinar on Demystifying Hepatitis

    Virtual

    The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) hosted an exciting conversation on Demystifying Hepatitis to bring more awareness to World Hepatitis Day, celebrated annually on 28 July. We have invited panellists from various sectors to share their knowledge, experience, and expertise to begin this important...