Nairobi, 26 November 2025 – The Chairman of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB), Dr. John Munyu, MBS, has reaffirmed the Board’s commitment to supporting the Ministry of Health’s agenda on Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and positioning Kenya as a competitive hub for pharmaceutical and vaccine manufacturing.

Speaking during the visit by the Cabinet Secretary for Health, Dr. Munyu underscored the Board’s determination to achieve World Health Organization (WHO) Maturity Level 3 by early next year, highlighting the need to increase staff, tighten points of entry, and strengthen regulatory systems. He emphasised that the Board is committed to building a strong, effective regulatory authority capable of delivering high standards in medicines and vaccine regulation.

“We are determined and ready to deliver Maturity Level 3 by early next year. PPB will continue to support the Ministry’s agenda, strengthen oversight at points of entry, and ensure Kenya becomes a regional hub for pharmaceutical manufacturing,” Dr. Munyu stated.

During the same session, PPB CEO Dr. Ahmed Mohamed assured that the Board’s management is fully aligned with the ministry’s UHC vision.

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