Zimbabwe and Botswana renew partnership to enhanc...

Zimbabwe and Botswana renew partnership to enhance medicine regulation

Witness Runodada

Zim Now Writer

The Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe on Wednesday renewed its Memorandum of Understanding with the Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority to facilitate joint efforts in regulating medical devices.

MCAZ director general, Richard Rukwata said primary objective of the MoU is to promote and develop cooperation in medical products regulatory functions within Zimbabwe and Botswana.

"The partnership will enable both authorities to collaborate on a wide range of activities, including the regulation of medical devices, detection of substandard and falsified medicines, and the advancement of biotechnology and vaccine production.

“The collaboration will facilitate the exchange of information, support capacity-building initiatives, and foster mutual understanding of each party’s regulatory standards. It also aligns with our ongoing efforts to ensure the safety, quality, and efficacy of medical products in our respective countries,” he said.

The MoU renewal is part of the Authority to ensure the safety of medical products in Zimbabwe.

“MCAZ and BoMRA are committed to working together to achieve these objectives, which will not only strengthen our regulatory frameworks but also contribute to the protection of public health in the region.”