Competition Commission Pharma Probe Expands Scope

Original Article by Tamar Kahn | Business Day | 12 February 2026

The Competition Commission has initiated an early-stage investigation into several pharmaceutical manufacturers following a complaint from the national health department. The companies named include Ascendis, Pharma Q and Sonke, all of which supply medicines to the state. Competition Commission spokesperson Siyabulela Makunga confirmed that a probe is underway. He would not elaborate on the allegations, […]

The Competition Commission has initiated an early-stage investigation into several pharmaceutical manufacturers following a complaint from the national health department. The companies named include Ascendis, Pharma Q and Sonke, all of which supply medicines to the state. Competition Commission spokesperson Siyabulela Makunga confirmed that a probe is underway. He would not elaborate on the allegations,…

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