Carte Blanche coming up: A trusted source

Carte Blanche probes troubling claims of declining production standards at a long-established and reputable local pharmaceutical manufacturer responsible for well-known household brands.

Feb 22, 2026 - 04:00
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Carte Blanche coming up: A trusted source

The Sunday, 22 February episode of Carte Blanche investigates serious allegations of deteriorating manufacturing standards at a long-established and widely trusted local pharmaceutical company known for producing leading household brands.

According to a whistleblower, conditions inside the facility have significantly declined, with claims of faulty ventilation systems, rusting equipment, inadequate cleaning protocols, and repeated warnings that were allegedly ignored.

The allegations further describe damaged conveyor belts and production areas so poorly ventilated that dust reportedly obscures visibility along the manufacturing line.

The revelations raise urgent questions about quality control, regulatory oversight, and what may truly be happening behind closed doors at one of the country’s most respected pharmaceutical producers.

Credibility among South African viewers

Carte Blanche is a South African investigative journalism television series that airs on M-Net every Sunday at 19:00.

Its first episode aired on 21 August 1988 and over the last 34-plus years has earned credibility among South African viewers for its investigation into corruption, consumer issues, and current events.

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