Locally Made • Locally Owned • Community-Driven

Accessible, high-quality health products for underserved communities

We are a primary co-operative manufacturing and distributing essential pharmaceuticals and chemical health products, creating jobs while improving access to care across the Eastern Cape.

East London, South Africa Co-operative: 30+ founding members

About the Co-operative

Cape Sun Pharmaceuticals is a registered Primary Co-operative bringing together members across the Eastern Cape to distribute essential health products. Our governance is overseen by a Board of Directors with responsibilities across finance, operations, compliance, and community engagement. Major decisions are member-voted.

Manufacture of chemical products Community employment & skills Member ownership

Mission

To distribute affordable, high-quality pharmaceutical and chemical health products that improve community wellbeing while empowering our members through co-operative ownership, job creation, and skills development.

Vision

To become a leading community-driven pharmaceutical co-operative in South Africa, known for innovation, integrity, and accessible healthcare solutions that uplift underserved communities.

Objective 1

Create sustainable employment through training and equitable profit-sharing.

Objective 2

Expand access to essential medicines and supplies for rural and township communities.

Objective 3

Build a trusted, compliant manufacturer for the Eastern Cape and beyond.

Products & Services

We focus on essential, high-impact categories for clinics, pharmacies, health programmes, and households.

Over-the-Counter Medication
  • Pain relievers
  • Cold & flu remedies
  • Basic treatment solutions
Cleaning & Sanitation
  • Disinfectants & antiseptics
  • Hand sanitizers
  • Infection control supplies
Basic First Aid Supplies
  • Dressings & bandages
  • Clinic starter kits
  • Outreach packs
Herbal & Traditional Lines

Exploring products rooted in indigenous knowledge with scientific testing and safety protocols.

Go-to-Market

  • Branding: “Locally Made, Locally Owned”
  • Distribution: Direct sales to clinics, pharmacies, spaza shops
  • Promotion: Community radio, health campaigns, partnerships
  • Pricing: Competitive & affordable

Operations & Locations

Base: East London with future hubs in Mthatha, Queenstown, and Gqeberha.

Team: Pharmacists, production workers, admin, and marketing from co-op members.

Suppliers: Licensed sources of pharmaceutical raw materials.

Direct sales Supply contracts Wholesale channels

Compliance & Risk

  • SAPHRA product safety & pharmaceutical compliance
  • CIPC annual returns & co-op forms (Co-op 7 & 8; Co-op 2 for director changes)
  • Quality management & traceability

Board of Directors

Sisilana Vusokazi Vivian

Director

Nyawade Letta

Director

Nkohla Asandiswa

Director

Maqolo Ntombentle

Director

Jama Msokazi

Director

Nkohla Lunamandla

Director

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We’re seeking partners for distribution, funding, and community health initiatives.

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