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,…
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, […]