Government and KEMSA call for stronger pharmacist leadership to improve medicine availability
Government and KEMSA urge data-driven procurement and accurate demand forecasting to address stock-outs.
In Brief
- •Government and KEMSA urge data-driven procurement and accurate demand forecasting to address stock-outs.
- •Hospitals are urged to collaborate with KEMSA and share timely consumption data for better inventory management.
- •Pharmacists are encouraged to take a strategic role in procurement, inventory management, and patient safety.
- •KEMSA's operational reforms have improved Order Fill Rate and order turnaround times, but more coordination is needed.
- •The success of supply chain reforms will be measured by whether patients receive the medicines they need.
Why It Matters
The call for stronger pharmacist leadership and improved supply chain management is crucial for ensuring the availability of essential medicines and technologies in Kenya. Effective management of health products is fundamental to quality healthcare delivery and the achievement of Universal Health Coverage. By addressing stock-outs and reducing wastage, the government aims to improve patient access to essential health products and enhance the overall resilience of the health system.
Key Details
- Conference Theme
- Strengthening Pharmacist Leadership and Strategic HPT Management for Sustainable Health System Resilience
- Conference Dates
- 11th to 15th October 2026
- Conference Location
- Naivasha
- Order Fill Rate Improvement
- Improvements noted in KEMSA's operational reforms
- Ultimate Measure of Success
- Improved availability of essential health products where and when patients need them
Context & Background
The Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) has been undergoing operational reforms aimed at improving the management of health products and enhancing the overall resilience of the health system.
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