South African Pharmacy Council

South African Pharmacy Council The South African Pharmacy Council is a statutory council established in terms of Section 3 of the Pharmacy Act, 53 of 1974.

Today, the South African Pharmacy Council joins the global community in commemorating World AIDS Day, a day to honour th...
01/12/2025

Today, the South African Pharmacy Council joins the global community in commemorating World AIDS Day, a day to honour the lives lost, support those living with HIV, and reflect on the progress we continue to make together.

In line with this year’s theme, “Overcoming Disruption, Transforming the AIDS Response,” we reaffirm our solidarity with all communities affected by HIV and AIDS. We also acknowledge the vital role of healthcare professionals who continue to drive awareness, expand access to care, and work tirelessly to combat stigma.

Through initiatives such as Pharmacist-Initiated Management of Antiretroviral Therapy (PIMART), South Africans will continue to benefit from broader access to HIV prevention and treatment services, bringing quality healthcare closer to communities and strengthening the country’s overall HIV response.

Antimicrobial resistance is a growing threat that makes infections harder to treat and increases the risk of severe illn...
24/11/2025

Antimicrobial resistance is a growing threat that makes infections harder to treat and increases the risk of severe illness.
Responsible use of antibiotics medication is essential, as it should only be taken when needed, as prescribed, and never shared or saved for later.
For guidance on safe antibiotic use, the public can always speak to a pharmacist.
Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future.

Please note that the SAPC Contact Centre is currently unavailable telephonically (Friday, 21 November 2025).Please conta...
21/11/2025

Please note that the SAPC Contact Centre is currently unavailable telephonically (Friday, 21 November 2025).

Please contact us via email at customercare@sapc.za.org.

We apologise for any inconvenience caused.

Antibiotics don’t treat viruses like colds or flu, and using them incorrectly fuels antimicrobial resistance.Act Now: Pr...
21/11/2025

Antibiotics don’t treat viruses like colds or flu, and using them incorrectly fuels antimicrobial resistance.
Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future.

Antimicrobial resistance is one of the biggest global health threats. When medicines stop working, infections become mor...
20/11/2025

Antimicrobial resistance is one of the biggest global health threats. When medicines stop working, infections become more dangerous and harder to control.
Let us all Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future.

World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW) is observed from 18 – 24 November 2025.The theme for WAAW 2025 is “...
19/11/2025

World Antimicrobial Resistance Awareness Week (WAAW) is observed from 18 – 24 November 2025.
The theme for WAAW 2025 is “Act Now: Protect Our Present, Secure Our Future.”
Antimicrobial resistance occurs when bacteria, fungi and parasites no longer respond to antibiotics , making infections difficult to treat. Speak to your pharmacists about how to handle antibiotics and avoid misuse that may result in antimicrobial resistance.

18/11/2025

Welcome to the Did You Know segment of the SAPC 2024 Annual Report.

Discover important highlights, achievements, and progress made in 2024.

To read the full 2024 Annual Report visit: www.sapc.za.org/Publications_Annual

REMINDER: Webinar!Join us for the Pharmacist Scope of Practice Webinar TOMORROW, Tuesday, 18 November 2025 from 19:00 – ...
17/11/2025

REMINDER: Webinar!

Join us for the Pharmacist Scope of Practice Webinar TOMORROW, Tuesday, 18 November 2025 from 19:00 – 20:00.

The webinar will be held via Microsoft Teams and streamed to the OfficialSAPC YouTube Channel.

Microsoft Teams: https://bit.ly/WebinarPharmacyPractice
YouTube: https://bit.ly/SAPClive

Webinar Alert!Join us for the Pharmacist Scope of Practice Webinar on Tuesday, 18 November 2025 from 19:00 – 20:00. The ...
12/11/2025

Webinar Alert!

Join us for the Pharmacist Scope of Practice Webinar on Tuesday, 18 November 2025 from 19:00 – 20:00. The webinar will cover the following topics:

1. Acts specifically related to the profession of a pharmacist;
2. Scope of practice of a pharmacist; and
3. Rules relating to the services for which a pharmacist may levy a fee and guidelines for levying such fee or fees.

The webinar will be held via Microsoft Teams and streamed to the OfficialSAPC YouTube Channel.

Microsoft Teams: https://bit.ly/WebinarPharmacyPractice
YouTube: https://bit.ly/SAPClive

It’s the final day of the 2025 ICPA Conference here in the beautiful city of Durban.Thank you to everyone who’s joined u...
09/11/2025

It’s the final day of the 2025 ICPA Conference here in the beautiful city of Durban.

Thank you to everyone who’s joined us to share knowledge, build connections and strengthen the future of community pharmacy.

🎙️Interview Alert | SAPC Registrar/ On Medicine Safety   Listen to the SAPC Registrar/CEO discuss the importance of repo...
09/11/2025

🎙️Interview Alert | SAPC Registrar/ On Medicine Safety Listen to the SAPC Registrar/CEO discuss the importance of reporting side effects and adverse reactions to medicines. The SAPC reminds South Africans of the crucial role pharmacists play in ensuring patient safety and calls on members of the public to disclose existing conditions and other medicines they are taking when visiting pharmacies.

🎙️Interview Alert | SAPC Registrar/ On Medicine Safety   Listen to the SAPC Registrar/CEO discuss the importance of repo...
09/11/2025

🎙️Interview Alert | SAPC Registrar/ On Medicine Safety Listen to the SAPC Registrar/CEO discuss the importance of reporting side effects and adverse reactions to medicines. The SAPC reminds South Africans of the crucial role pharmacists play in ensuring patient safety and calls on members of the public to disclose existing conditions and other medicines they are taking when visiting pharmacies.

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Tuesday 08:00 - 16:30
Wednesday 08:00 - 16:30
Thursday 08:00 - 16:30
Friday 08:00 - 15:00

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Overview

The South African Pharmacy Council (SAPC) is an independent statutory regulatory body established in terms of the Pharmacy Act, 53 of 1974.

The SAPC consists of twenty-five (25) members and is mandated with ensuring the provision of quality pharmaceutical services in South Africa by developing, enhancing, and upholding universally acceptable standards, professional ethics and conduct, ongoing competence and pharmaceutical care.

The objects of the SAPC include the regulation of the practise of pharmacy in the country, as well as to register competent pharmacy professionals, ensure continued good pharmacy practise through regular inspections of pharmacies, the investigation into complaints or allegations relating to the conduct or registered persons and the encouragement of continuous professional development of professionals.