BoMRA joins the global healthcare community in commemorating World Patient Safety Day 2026 under the theme: “Safe care for noncommunicable diseases” Slogan: “Safe care for life!”
This year’s campaign highlights the importance of safe, quality and continuous care for people living with noncommunicable diseases (NCDs). At BoMRA, we remain committed to protecting patients by strengthening the safety, quality and monitoring of health products
Call For Submission Of Dossiers For Expedited Registration Of Veterinary Medicinal Products (VMPs)
The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA) invites interested principals, manufacturers and Marketing Authorisation Holders (MAHs) to submit dossiers for registration of veterinary medicinal products (VMPs) through the “reliance based” – expedited registration pathway. This initiative supports BoMRA’s ongoing efforts to enhance access to quality-assured, safe and effective veterinary medicines on the Botswana market.This pathway is […]
Clarification On Medical Devices And Laboratory Equipment Currently Out Of Regulatory Scope For Import Control
The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority BoMRA) wishes to inform all stakeholders, clearing agents, and port of entry authorities regarding the current regulatory scope for medical devices and related equipment under the Medicines and Related Substances Act (MRSA).To facilitate smooth cross-border trade and prevent unnecessary delays at points of entry, BoMRA clarifies that the product categories […]
BoMRA Telephone Lines Fully Restored
Dear Valued Stakeholders, We are pleased to inform you that, following a prolonged technical fault, BoMRA’s telephone lines have now been fully restored and are operational.Stakeholders may resume contacting BoMRA via our telephone lines for enquiries, assistance and other official engagements. We sincerely thank you for your patience, understanding and cooperation during the period of […]
Public Alert: Recall Of Flumed Syrup Batch 260180Manufactured By Varichem Pharmaceuticals (Pvt) Ltd
The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority wishes to inform the public of a recall of one (1) batch of Flumed Syrup, a product registered with BoMRA and manufactured by Varichem Pharmaceuticals (PVT) LTD, Zimbabwe. PRODUCT NAME BATCH NUMBER PACK SIZE DATE OF MANUFACTURE EXPIRY DATE Flumed (Paracetamol 120mg, Phenylephrine HCL 2.5mg, Dextromethorphan HBr 2.0mg, Chlorpheniramine Maleate […]
Call For Submission Of Qualified Person Responsible For Pharmacovigilance (QPPV) Notifications To BoMRA
Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA) invites all Marketing Authorization Holders (MAHs), local technical representatives (LTRs), manufacturers and distributors of medical products to submit details of their designated Qualified Person Responsible for Pharmacovigilance (QPPV) in line with national pharmacovigilance requirements. Submission of QPPV Notifications MAHs are required to complete BoMRA QPPV Notification Form and submit the […]
Stakeholder Notice: Implementation Of The Human Medicines Assessment Backlog Clearance Plan
The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA) wishes to inform all applicants and Marketing Authorisation Holders (MAHs) that it has commenced implementation of a comprehensive Human Medicines Assessment Backlog Clearance Plan aimed at restoring regulatory timelines and improving access to medicines. Background Over the past several years, BoMRA has experienced a significant increase in the number […]
Lesotho Health Minister Leads Delegation on Benchmarking Visit to BoMRA
The Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA) is privileged to host a high-level delegation from the Kingdom of Lesotho, led by the Honorable Minister of Health, Honourable Mamokete Ntšekhe, for a strategic benchmarking exercise. While welcoming the Honourable Minister and her delegation, BoMRA Ag. Chief Regulatory officer Dr, Parthasarathi Gurumurthy provided an overview of the authority’s […]
Public Notice – BoMRA CEO Calls For A Stronger Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Sector In Botswana
The Chief Executive Officer of the Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA), Dr Seima Dijeng, has called for a stronger and more competitive pharmaceutical sector in Botswana. Speaking at the Local Manufacturing Summit 2026 in Tlokweng, Dr Dijeng emphasised that pharmaceutical manufacturing is critical to the country’s economic resilience and health security. He said Botswana must […]
Public Notice – Happy Labour Day from BoMRA!
Today, we pause to celebrate the hard work, dedication, and achievements of our valued employees, as well as workers across the nation and beyond. Your commitment continues to positively impact global economic prosperity. As we mark this important day, we also recognise the importance of fostering a supportive and healthy work environment for all. Please […]