Laboratory Services
ZFDA LABORATORY ORGANIZATION STRUCTURE
ZFDA Laboratory is one of the Department under ZFDA organization. Legal entity of ZFDA Laboratory is defined in Zanzibar Food, Drug and Cosmetic Act. 2/2006. Laboratory is part of ZFDA which was established under section 13 (1) of ZFDC Act No. 2 of 2006. The laboratory provides basis for enforcement purposes.
This department is responsible for laboratory analysis of food, medicines and cosmetics as well as testing of medical devices for enhancing decision making within the Authority. It is also responsible for maintenance of laboratory equipment, coordination and conducting of research.
The Director of Laboratory Services (DLS) is the Head of Department which is vested accountable day-to-day management of the business and is accountable to the Executive Director.
Our Main Divisions
The DLS is supported by five (5) Divisions that performs and supervise various matters including
Food Chemistry Analysis Division
Trust us for accurate and reliable results that promote the well-being of food producers, retailers, and consumers.
Quality and technical Advice Division
ZFDA's Quality and Technical Advice Division is committed to providing expert guidance and support to businesses in a wide range of industries.
Microbiology Analysis Division
Ensuring microbiological safety in food, pharmaceutical, and environmental sectors
Medical Devices Testing Division
ZFDA's Medical Devices Testing Division is dedicated to ensuring the safety and effectiveness of medical devices
Medicine and Cosmetics Analysis Division
ZFDA's Medicine and Cosmetics Analysis Division is dedicated to ensuring the safety and quality of medicines, cosmetics, and other personal care products
ZFDA LABORATORY'S ORGANOGRAM
