4th National Pharmacy Conference & National Pioneer Pharmacy Awards
The conference convenes at the Durban ICC from 11 to 13 October 2026 under the theme 'A Glimpse into the Future: Advancing Pharmacy Towards 2050.'
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Council makes list of non-practising pharmacists available
Of South Africa's 19 502 registered pharmacists, 8.5% are declared non-practising, protecting the public's right to safe pharmaceutical care.
Medicine supply chain: Community and hospital pharmacies may not engage wholesale trade of medicines
Council inspections have flagged pharmacies ordering unregistered or compounded medicines from other community pharmacies, contrary to the Practice Regulations.
Electronic transmission of prescriptions
Guidance on complying with Regulation 33 of the General Regulations and the Rules relating to Good Pharmacy Practice when dispensing e-prescriptions.
Continuing Professional Development for Pharmacy Support Personnel
The CPD for PSPs Portal has launched to more than 5 000 attendees ahead of the compliance start date to be pronounced by Council.
Invitation to Charity Golf Day by President
President Mogologolo Phasha invites the profession to Prince's Grant Golf Estate on the KwaDukuza coastline on 10 October 2026.
Message from the Registrar
Mr Vincent Tlala, Registrar of the South African Pharmacy Council, reflects on 2024.
Message from the President
In reviewing 2024, the President of Council, Mr Mogologolo Phasha, reflects that despite a changing landscape, the pharmacy profession remains a strong and resilient pillar of healthcare in South Africa.
Council Decisions (February, May & July 2024)
A summary of decisions taken by the South African Pharmacy Council during its February, May and July 2024 meetings.
What’s New in Legislation
An update on legislative changes and proposed changes pertaining to pharmacy since April 2024.