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pharmaceuticals

01 Dec 2015

Akacia Healthcare: latest acquisition by Ascendis

By Staff Writer

Health and care brands group, Ascendis Health recently announced the acquisition of the pharmaceutical business of Akacia Healthcare (Akacia) for R345 million.

01 Dec 2015

Merck counts on Africa for growth

By Staff Writer

Leading science and technology company Merck announced on 20 November that it plans to considerably expand its presence on the African continent over the next five years. It is counting on the region’s entrepreneurial spirit and innovation power for growth.

12 Nov 2015

Adcock Ingram restructures leadership to pursue growth

By Staff Writer

The South African pharmaceutical company, Adcock Ingram has announced changes and reorganisation to its board. This is to ensure the successful, long-term continuity of the strategic changes that have been implemented within the company over the last two years. 

11 May 2015

The colourful world of tablet coatings with Colorcon & PA Cuthbert

By Staff Writer

Colorcon is a world leader for the design and technical support of advanced coating systems, modified release technologies and functional excipients for solid oral dosage forms.  Its long-term collaboration with PA Cuthbert aims to bring innovative products and technical support to the South African pharmaceutical industry.