ActiveIndependent medicines regulator
South African Health Products Regulatory Authority
Schedule 3A public entity under ministerial accountability through its board, overseeing human and veterinary health products.
Organization profile
- Organization type
- Independent medicines regulator
- Headquarters / base
- Pretoria, South Africa
- Geographic scope
- National
Status verification
Status last verified 2026-10-25.
Medical focus
Health policyPublic health
Activities
GovernanceRegulation or research
Population served
Health professionalsPolicy makersResearchers
Institutional relationships
Where this organization fits
Evidence-based links to other public institutions. Connections do not imply endorsement.- Accountable to minister through boardNational Department of Health, South Africa Government health departmentOfficial source ↗