Alkem Laboratories in South Africa

Alkem Laboratories Expands Operations in South Africa Amidst Recent Developments

Johannesburg, South Africa – July 24, 2025

Alkem Laboratories, a leading Indian multinational pharmaceutical company, continues to strengthen its presence in South Africa through its wholly-owned subsidiary, Ascend Laboratories (Pty) Ltd. The South African pharmaceutical market, recognized as the largest in sub-Saharan Africa, offers substantial growth opportunities for Alkem. (alkemlabs.com)

Strategic Expansion and Product Portfolio

Alkem’s South African operations are managed by Ascend Laboratories (Pty) Ltd, headquartered in Sandton, Gauteng. The company has a strong focus on the South African market and aspires to establish a comprehensive market presence in the coming years. In addition to its existing product portfolio, Alkem has a significant number of products under registration, aiming to deliver quality pharmaceutical solutions to the South African healthcare sector. (alkemlabs.com)

Recent Developments

In September 2023, Alkem Laboratories unveiled the brand name of its Active Pharmaceutical Ingredients (API) business, Alkem Activa. This initiative reflects the company’s commitment to becoming a formidable global player in the API sector. Alkem Activa plans to expand its capacity by incorporating advanced technologies such as biocatalytic and continuous manufacturing, thereby consolidating its position in the API field. (healthcaremea.com)

Furthermore, in September 2023, Alkem Laboratories entered into a co-development and license agreement with Biosergen AB for the exclusive rights to BSG005, an innovative polyene macrolide. This agreement aims to address the escalating prevalence of life-threatening fungal infections in India, with potential implications for the broader African market. (healthcaremea.com)

Contact Information

For inquiries related to Alkem Laboratories’ operations in South Africa, please contact:

• Alok Anand, Head of Operations

  • Email: alok.anand@alkem.com
  • Phone: +27 (0)10 276 0037

• Refilwe Malatsi, Responsible Pharmacist/QPPV

  • Email: pharmacist.rsa@alkem.com
  • Phone: +27 (0)83 277 1679

Alkem Laboratories remains dedicated to enhancing healthcare in South Africa by providing high-quality pharmaceutical products and contributing to the country’s medical advancements.