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Food and Drugs Authority,Ghana
Government Administration
Accra, Greater Accra 56,534 followers
FDA...Your Wellbeing, Our Priority
About us
The Food and Drugs Authority of Ghana is the National Regulatory Body under the Ministry of Health responsible for the regulation of food,drugs,food supplements,herbal and homeopathic medicines,veterinary medicines, cosmetics, medical devices,household chemical substances,tobacco and tobacco products, blood and blood products as well as the conduct of clinical trial protocol. The FDA derives its mandate from the Public Health Act 851,2012 Part 6,7 and 8. We ensure; Adequate and effective standards for food, drugs, cosmetics, household chemicals and medical devices Monitor through the District Assemblies and any other agency of State compliance with the provisions of Part 6,7 and 8 of the Public Health Act,2012 (ACT 851) Advise the Minister on measures for the protection of the health of consumers Advise the Minister on the preparation of effective Regulations for the implementation of Part 6,7 and 8 of the Public Health Act,2012 (ACT 851) Approve the initiation and conduct of clinical trials in the country Perform any other functions that are ancillary to attaining the objects of the Authority
- Website
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http://www.fdaghana.gov.gh
External link for Food and Drugs Authority,Ghana
- Industry
- Government Administration
- Company size
- 501-1,000 employees
- Headquarters
- Accra, Greater Accra
- Type
- Government Agency
- Founded
- 1997
- Specialties
- Food,Drugs,Cosmetics and household Chemicals,Animal and Veterinary Products,Tobacco and Tobacco products,Clinical Trials,Blood and Blood Products
Locations
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Primary
Get directions
Nelson Mandela Avenue, South Legon Commercial Area,Shiashie
No. 17 Indian Ocean Street
Accra, Greater Accra GA-237-7316, GH
Employees at Food and Drugs Authority,Ghana
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Mavis Danso
Regulatory officer at Food And Drugs Authority-Ghana
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Philip Glikpo BSc, Pg.Cert, MPH
Public Health and Regulatory Affairs Professional, Food and Drugs Authority, Ghana
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Evelyn Mintah
Head Of Client Services Unit at Food and Drugs Authority,Ghana
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Abang Augustine
ACCOUNTANT - F D A
Updates
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FDA Regional Diaries: Western North, Upper East, North East and Bono Regions This week, the regional teams engaged in public education activities covering the below topics: - Good food hygiene practices - Drug abuse and the harmful effect of tobacco and tobacco products use - Dangers of skin bleaching #FDAGhana2024 #FDARegionalDiaries #FDACommunications
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Happening Now! The FDA is hosting a delegation a 16 member delegation from the World Health Organization for a 5-day GBT Re-benchmarking assessment, scheduled from July 22nd to 26th, 2024. The objective is to assess FDA’s maintenance of requirements for WHO GBT ML3. Stay tuned for more updates. #FDAGhana2024
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2-day stakeholder consultative meeting to develop communication materials for awareness creation on a smoke-free environment at the Sonia hotel. This is part of actions towards the implementation of the Tobacco Policy Action Fund For Africa (TOPAFA) project. #FDAGhana2024 #FDACommunications
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The CEOs of the Ghana FDA, Dr. Delese Darko, and the Malta Medicines Authority, Prof. Anthony Serracino-Inglott, have renewed their commitment to deeper collaboration by signing an MOU. This renewed partnership focuses on: -Advancing science and technology -Enhancing capacity development in regulatory sciences -Sharing vital information on marketing authorization and pharmacovigilance This new MOU builds upon the broader agreement signed in 2019 by the Ministers of Foreign Affairs from Ghana and Malta, aimed at fostering closer ties between our two organizations. With this renewed commitment, we are set to transform and elevate our collaborative efforts. The ceremony was graced by the presence of the FDA Board Chairman, Dr. Sammy Ohene, and the Deputy Chief Executive Officer, Corporate Services, Yvonne Nkrumah. Stay tuned for more updates on this exciting journey of innovation and cooperation. #FDAGhana2024 #FDACommunications
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The FDA just reaffirmed a game-changing MoU with the MCCAA - Malta Competition & Consumer Affairs Authority in stunning Malta! This collaboration means: -Better consumer complaint handling -Updated EU cosmetic regulations -Enhanced agency communication Honored to have FDA’s Board Chairman, Dr. Sammy Ohene, CEO, Dr. Delese Darko, and DCE, Corporate Services, Yvonne Nkrumah, alongside the MCCAA’s Chairperson, Ing. Helga Pizzuto, at this milestone event. Stay tuned for updates on this international partnership. #FDAGhana2024 #FDACommunications
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FDA Regional Diaries: Central, Eastern, Western North, and Ashanti Regions This week, the regional teams engaged in public education and training activities in schools, health and hospitality facilities on topics covering: - Keys to Food Safety and Good Food Hygiene Practices - Tobacco Industry Tactics Targeting Children - Detection, reporting of Adverse Effects of Medicines #FDAGhana2024 #FDARegionalDiaries #FDACommunications
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On Monday, July 1st, the FDA participated in the 4th Ghana Poultry Festival. During the event, the team highlighted the FDA's activities focused on ensuring wholesome livestock for public health safety. #FDAGhana2024 #FDACommunications
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The FDA has hosted a delegation from the Ethiopian Food and Drug Authority from 19th - 24th June 2024. The scope of the study visit by EFDA was centered on World Health Organization (WHO) Prequalification. #FDAGhana2024 #FDACommunications
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