Health Department confirms enough condoms in the country
Pretoria: The Department of Health has noted the media reports about shortages of condoms around the country, especially in Gauteng Province.
The Department acknowledges that there has been delays in the supply and delivery of condoms since the global lockdowns as a result of COVID-19 pandemic.
It is critical to note that South Africa does not manufacture condoms, but condoms are all imported from other countries.
Before distribution in the country, samples of condoms are subjected to rigorous testing process for quality assurance by the South African Bureau of Standards (SABS).
At the current moment, there are no serious shortages or stockouts of condoms around the country, despite low stock levels in some areas, including in Gauteng.
The Department has been in constant communication with the provincial health departments to establish the stock levels of condoms and other contraceptives, in order to make quick interventions where a need arise.
