SoBS Conducts Inspection And Registration Of Pharmacies In Bakara Market
On 2026-10-27 in Mogadishu, the Somali Bureau of Standards inspected and registered pharmacies in Bakara Market to strengthen compliance and protect public health.
Mogadishu, 27 October 2026 – The Market Inspection and Monitoring Department of the Somali Bureau of Standards (SoBS) conducted an inspection and registration exercise for healthcare facilities operating as pharmacies in Bakara Market, Mogadishu.
The operation is part of the Agency’s efforts to enhance the quality of healthcare services, ensure compliance with national standards and laws, and safeguard the public with regard to medicines sold in markets.
During the inspection, the focus was placed on registering pharmacies, verifying compliance with the requirements applicable to these facilities, and monitoring procedures related to the sale and quality of medicines.
SoBS underscored to all business establishments—particularly those engaged in the sale of medicines—the importance of adhering to the country’s laws, standards, and established regulations in order to ensure customer safety and protect public health.
The Agency stated that it will continue inspections, monitoring, and registration of business establishments across the country, with the aim of strengthening the quality of products and services, protecting consumer rights, and ensuring that the Somali public receives safe, high-quality goods and services.