Sahpra

27/01/2026

📢 SAHPRA Vacancy Opportunity

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the position of:

Border Medicines Control Technician (12 Months Contract)

Be part of an organisation that protects public health by ensuring the safety, quality and efficacy of health products in South Africa.

🔗 Find out more and apply:

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23/01/2026

📢 SAHPRA Vacancy (Readvertisement)

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) invites suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following position:

• Inspector: Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) x2 (Readvertisement)

🗓️ Closing date: Friday, 06 February 2026

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

21/01/2026

📢 Update Notice

The SAHPRA Medical Devices Licences Issued list has been updated.

To view the latest version, visit:
🔗 https://bit.ly/3WoVds4

20/01/2026

📢 SAHPRA is Hiring!

We invite suitably qualified candidates to apply for the following exciting opportunities:

• Evaluator Coordinator
• Portfolio Coordinator (x2)
• Medicine Registration Officer: Pharmacovigilance (x5)
• Office Manager and International Relations (Office of the CEO)
• Radiation Inspector (Contract)
• Technical Officer: Medical Devices Vigilance - Grade 1 (Contract)
• Admin Screener: Radiation Control
• Medicines Registration Officer: Pre-Registration (Grade 1) (Pharmaceutical Evaluation Management) (Contract)
• Manager: ICT

Be part of an organisation that safeguards the health and well-being of South Africans.

🔗 View vacancies and apply here: https://bit.ly/3r1k6hu

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15/01/2026

: ZINC PICOLINATE Provinces and Healthcare Facilities are informed of the statement released by the South African Health Products Regulatory Authority on 08 January 2026 regarding selenium and zinc picolinate-containing products. Both of these ingredients have been identified in the Guidance (SAHPRA Guideline 7.04 / SAHPGL-PEM-COMP-04 v5 CM SE Health Supplements) issued by Sahpra as not permitted in health supplements for children (persons under the age of 18).

The statement outlines safety concerns related to zinc picolinate use in children leading to adverse effects such as indigestion,
diarrhoea, headache, nausea and vomiting. https://www.sahpra.org.za/news-and-updates/warning-selenium-and-zinc-picolinate-containing-products-for-children/

15/01/2026

📢 SAHPRA is Hiring!

We are inviting applications for the following positions under Health Products Authorisation:
🔹 Evaluator Coordinator
🔹 Portfolio Coordinator

📅 Closing Date: 29 January 2026 at 16:00
🔗 Find out more & apply: https://bit.ly/3r1k6hu

Join our team and contribute to advancing regulatory excellence and public health in South Africa. 🇿🇦💊

12/01/2026

Watch: SAHPRA's warning on Selenium and zinc picolinate-containing products for children

SAHPRA Warning: Products containing Zinc picolinate and/or Selenium are NOT permitted for use in children under 18 as health supplements. Watch the interview with our Chief Regulatory Officer, Tammy Gopal, on Newzroom Afrika.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/06njlUxGykI

Video Credit: Newzroom Afrika

SAHPRA Warning: Products containing Zinc picolinate and/or Selenium are NOT permitted for use in children under 18 as health supplements. Watch the interview...

11/01/2026

SAHPRA Warning: Products containing Zinc picolinate and/or Selenium are NOT permitted for use in children under 18 as health supplements. To learn more about this urgent issue, don't miss the TV interview with our Chief Regulatory Officer, Tammy Gopal, on eNCAnews at 12:15 TODAY. .

10/01/2026

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has issued a warning regarding products containing Zinc picolinate and/or Selenium intended for use in children under 18.

These ingredients are not permitted in health supplements for children under SAHPRA Guideline 7.04 due to identified safety concerns, including adverse effects and variability in absorption.

Products marketed as immune boosters for children containing these ingredients are considered medicines and require registration with SAHPRA. Such products do not qualify as Category D (complementary) medicines and must be registered as Category A medicines.

Health professionals and distributors are requested to cease distribution and remove affected products from shelves and storage facilities. Members of the public are urged to return these products to pharmacists or suppliers.

Any side effects should be reported via the Med Safety App to support pharmacovigilance efforts.

To learn more, don't miss the TV interview with our Chief Regulatory Officer, Tammy Gopal, on eNCAnews at 12:15, 11 January 2026.

08/01/2026

Media Release: ⚠️ Warning: Selenium and zinc picolinate-containing products for children

The South African Health Products Regulatory Authority (SAHPRA) has been made aware of products in the market containing Zinc picolinate (as a source material for zinc) and/or Selenium intended for use in children.

Both of these ingredients have been identified in the Guidance (SAHPRA Guideline 7.04 / SAHPGL-PEM-COMP-04 v5 CM SE Health Supplements) issued by SAHPRA as not permitted in health supplements for children (persons under the age of 18).

🔗 Find out more: https://bit.ly/4blYe7x

23/12/2025

SAHPRA is bringing the conversation to the airwaves! 📻 📡

Did you know that falsified and substandard medicines can put your health at serious risk?

SAHPRA teamed up with community radio stations to empower South Africans with the knowledge they need to stay safe and informed. 🎙️💊

Catch our experts as they unpack the dangers of fake medicines and explain how SAHPRA protects the public:
🔹 Ms Daphney Fafudi on Mahikeng FM
🎧 Listen here: https://on.soundcloud.com/xtnBZXbMjbWI2KV48

🔹 Ms Daphney Fafudi on Jozi FM
🎧 Listen here: https://on.soundcloud.com/y59JeCzgS7SvPHdK8

🔹 Mr Masilo Mopai on Giyani Community Radio Station
🎧 Listen here: https://on.soundcloud.com/HN9LOAd3vNq5yHoz5

🔹 Ms Coceka Ntantala on Nzo FM
🎧 Listen here: https://on.soundcloud.com/ZTxvdt6TMxCAswUxJw

Together, let’s build a safer, more informed South Africa.

23/12/2025

Radio Interview: Falsified and Substandard Medicines

Oteng Sebotwane and Raymond Birkenstock hosted a special interview where they discussed how medical safety began with individual responsibility. They explained what side effects were and provided information on how to report side effects to SAHPRA, with Audrey Chigome from SAHPRA

Part 1 - https://on.soundcloud.com/t9lcGALR1ZPh5ZOWNf
Part 2 - https://on.soundcloud.com/2O0hYCXiWzDMpKly65
Part 3 - https://on.soundcloud.com/zXKsczMDYmUauZroR0