Licensing of Pre-May 2003 Pharmacies
Pharmacies registered prior to 1 May 2003 need to be licensed with the Department of Health. Owners who have not yet begun the process are urged to do so as soon as possible.
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Scope of Practice
As custodians of medicine, pharmacy professionals are expected to be highly responsible people, with clearly defined levels of responsibility outlined in legislation.
2024 Examination Results
2024 has been a busy year for Pharmacist Interns and Pharmacy Support Personnel with the pre-registration examinations, EISA for Pharmacist's Assistants and professional examinations for foreign-qualified persons.
The 2023 Annual Report and Financial Statements Are Now Available
The South African Pharmacy Council announces yet another unqualified audit opinion from its external auditors for the 2023 financial year.
Chasing the CPD 2024 Deadline
Each year and by 31 December, registered pharmacists are required to record and submit at least six Continuing Professional Development entries.
Medicine Misuse: Codeine
The continuous misuse and abuse of codeine-containing medicines remains a cause of great concern for the profession, with many perpetrators and victims being the youth of the country.
Perverse Incentives in Pharmacy
Have you ever been offered something in return for selling more of one specific product? Council reminds the profession that perverse incentives may violate the Code of Conduct.
Fees Payable to Council in 2025
Fees payable to Council have been adjusted by 2.8% for 2025, and a schedule of fees is available within the Fees Regulations on the Council website.