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Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA) regulates the supply chain of Human & Veterinary med

05/01/2026

Happy New Year, We are open for business!

04/01/2026

Cheers to 2026

23/12/2025

Season's Greetings from BoMRA. To our stakeholders may your holidays be filled with happiness!

22/12/2025

World Health Organization Botswana COUNTRY OFFICE DONATES LABORATORY CONSUMABLES TO BoMRA

The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA) today received a donation of laboratory consumables from the World Health Organization (WHO) Country Office, reaffirming WHO’s continued support as BoMRA’s strategic technical partner.

The donation was officially handed over during a courtesy visit by the WHO Country Office, led by the Officer-in-Charge, Dr. Moagi Gaborone, to BoMRA headquarters. The donated laboratory consumables are intended to strengthen and capacitate the BoMRA Laboratory thereby enhancing its ability to effectively and efficiently execute its regulatory mandate.

Welcoming the WHO delegation, Dr. Seima Dijeng, Chief Executive Officer of BoMRA, and the BoMRA Senior Management expressed appreciation for WHO’s unwavering support and partnership. He emphasized that WHO remains one of BoMRA’s strongest and most reliable partners. “WHO has consistently responded to BoMRA’s calls whenever support is needed. As we forge ahead, this partnership is critical as BoMRA works towards achieving WHO Global Benchmarking Tool (GBT) Maturity Level 3,” Dr. Dijeng stated.

Speaking during the handover, Mr. Gaborone highlighted that the donation forms part of WHO’s ongoing commitment to building regulatory capacity in Botswana. “This donation is aimed at equipping and capacitating the BoMRA Laboratory to effectively conduct its core functions and support BoMRA in fulfilling its mandate as a medicines regulatory authority,” he said.

Receiving the laboratory consumables on behalf of BoMRA, Ms. Zukiswa Raditladi, Director of Licensing and Enforcement, expressed gratitude to WHO for its continued assistance. She noted that the donation comes at a crucial time when the BoMRA Laboratory is still strengthening its operational capacity. “This support will enable the Laboratory to effectively carry out its functions, particularly during periods of increased demand. The donation is also a timely development following the Laboratory’s accreditation by SADCAS to ISO/IEC 17025, which is essential in supporting our laboratory mandate,” Ms. Raditladi said.

BoMRA remains committed to strengthening its regulatory systems to ensure the safety, quality, and efficacy of medicines and medical products in Botswana, with continued support from partners such as the World Health Organization.

19/12/2025

Season's Greetings Message from BoMRA!

15/12/2025

BoMRA, in partnership with the World Health Organization Botswana, is convening stakeholders for a GMP Quality Circle Engagement today.

This engagement represents a major step forward in strengthening Botswana’s medicines regulatory systems, supporting local manufacturing, and promoting regional harmonization in line with global standards.

08/12/2025

BoMRA ACHIEVES ISO/IEC 17025:2017 ACCREDITATION, MARKING A MAJOR MILESTONE IN ADVANCING REGULATORY EXCELLENCE

The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA) is proud to announce that its National Quality Control Laboratory has been awarded the internationally recognized ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accreditation by the Southern African Development Community Accreditation Service (SADCAS). This follows a rigorous and comprehensive assessment of BoMRA’s laboratory systems, technical competence, and operational processes.

This achievement represents a momentous milestone in BoMRA’s continued commitment to excellence in regulatory science and laboratory quality assurance. The accreditation confirms that the Authority’s laboratory meets global standards for accuracy, reliability, and impartiality in testing strengthening its role in safeguarding public health.

“This accreditation strengthens our credibility, enhances trust among our stakeholders, and reinforces the quality and reliability of our scientific work,” said Dr. Seima Dijeng, Chief Executive Officer of BoMRA. “It is a milestone that positions the Authority firmly on the path toward greater institutional maturity. Indeed, BoMRA is on an active journey towards achieving WHO Maturity Level 3 status, and this accomplishment serves as a major step forward. We are building robust systems, strengthening governance, and ensuring that our regulatory processes meet international benchmarks.”

In applauding BoMRA for this achievement, Ms. Christine Gadzikwa, Chief Executive Officer of SADCAS, highlighted the significance of this accreditation for both Botswana and the region. She stated, “We congratulate BoMRA for meeting the stringent requirements of ISO/IEC 17025:2017. This accreditation affirms the laboratory’s technical competence and commitment to quality. For SADCAS, it is always a proud moment to support national regulatory systems in strengthening the quality infrastructure necessary to protect public health. We look forward to continued collaboration as BoMRA expands its testing capabilities and upholds the highest standards of laboratory practice.”

The Ministry of Health also commended BoMRA for this major advancement. Speaking on behalf of the Ministry, Dr. Rex Segadimo said, “We congratulate BoMRA on this exceptional achievement. Ensuring that our national regulatory authority meets international standards is vital for the protection of public health and the credibility of Botswana’s health system. This accreditation strengthens patient safety by giving assurance of the quality and reliability of the test results issued by the BoMRA laboratory.

This SADCAS accreditation adds significant momentum to BoMRA’s broader goal of achieving WHO Maturity Level 3 and beyond, strengthening its role as a trusted regulatory authority in the region and across the continent. Most importantly, it translates into safer, higher-quality health products for every patient in Botswana. By meeting internationally recognized standards, BoMRA reinforces public confidence and ensures stronger protection for the entire population.”

07/12/2025

A historic milestone.

Our Laboratory has officially attained ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation status .This is a landmark achievement demonstrates our commitment to excellence, reliability in testing and quality assurance.

The official handover ceremony was graced by Dr. Rex Kealibile Segadimo the Secretary for Specialised Health Care representing the of Health, Dr.Juliet Bataringaya from World Health Organization Botswana, Southern African Development Community Accreditation Service CEO Ms Christine Gadzikwa as well as distinguished representatives from key stakeholders, including the Botswana Police Service and the Botswana Bureau of Standards (BoBS)

This achievement affirms our dedication to the highest standards of excellence and serves as proof that our laboratory operates at internationally recognized levels, ensuring accuracy, credibility, and trust in every result we deliver.

ISO17025

05/12/2025

World Biomedical Engineering Day Message

The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA) joins the global community in celebrating World Biomedical Engineering Day. As the national regulator of medical devices, we deeply appreciate the dedication, innovation, and technical expertise of all Biomedical Engineers in Botswana and beyond.

Your work plays a vital role in safeguarding patient safety, ensuring the reliability of medical technologies, and supporting the quality of healthcare services across the country. From maintaining life-saving equipment to advancing cutting-edge medical technologies, your contributions are indispensable to a resilient and modern health system.

BoMRA salutes your commitment and remains dedicated to supporting an environment where medical devices meet the highest standards of safety, quality, and performance.

Happy World Biomedical Engineering Day

04/12/2025

NOTICE OF OFFICE CLOSURE

BoMRA would like to advise all valued stakeholders that the office will be closed tomorrow 5th December 2025 for an engagement from 0800hrs till 1200hrs, normal business operations will resume at noon.

Kindly contact info@bomra.co.bw for further inquiries

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Gaborone

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Monday	08:00 - 17:00
Tuesday	08:00 - 17:00
Wednesday	08:00 - 17:00
Thursday	08:00 - 17:00
Friday	08:00 - 17:00

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+2673731727

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http://www.bomra.co.bw/

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