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World Health Organization Delegation Meets Pharmacy and Poisons Board to Enhance Regulatory Processes  – August 24, 2023

Nairobi, KENYA – A delegation from the World Health Organization (WHO), led by Dr. Abdourahmane Diallo, WHO Country Representative, today visited Dr. F. M. Siyoi, CEO of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board. The purpose was to discuss ways to enhance import and export processes, along with identifying areas for improvement. The visit also included recognition […]

𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐇𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐃𝐞𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧-𝐕𝐢𝐭𝐫𝐨 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐠𝐧𝐨𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐬 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐮𝐥𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 – August 23, 2023

Nairobi, Kenya – The Pharmacy and Poisons Board is currently hosting a three-day workshop aimed at enhancing the regulation of Medical Devices and In-Vitro Diagnostics. This initiative seeks to bolster the existing regulatory systems for these medical products. The primary objective of the workshop is to tap into the collective expertise of national regulatory authorities in […]

S𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐢𝐧 𝐊𝐞𝐧𝐲𝐚: 𝐀 𝐂𝐚𝐥𝐥 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐨𝐥𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐨𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

  Mombasa, KENYA – During  the 19th Annual Pharmaceutical Conference, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) highlighted the urgent need for collaboration to fortify the pharmacy profession in Kenya. The conference, hosted by the Kenya Pharmaceutical Association, provided a platform for professionals and stakeholders committed to advancing the field. The CEO, Dr. […]

PPB Takes Firm Action to Combat Illegal Practices in the Pharmaceutical Industry

Nairobi, Kenya – June 9, 2023 – In a resolute move to combat the presence of illegal practices in the pharmaceutical industry, the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) of Kenya has taken proactive measures to protect public health and uphold industry standards. During the 19th Annual Scientific Conference of the Kenya Pharmaceutical Association, Central Branch, […]

PPB’s Swift Crackdown Thwarts Illegal Distribution Outlets, Safeguards Public Health in Kenya

Nairobi, Kenya – June 5, 2023 – In a resolute move to protect public health and maintain regulatory integrity, the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) of Kenya, the country’s Drug Regulatory Authority, has launched a targeted crackdown on illegal distribution outlets operating within the Nyanza and Nairobi regions. Commencing on May 29th, the operation aims […]

Revolutionizing Pharmaceutical Manufacturing for Affordable Healthcare

  Diani, Kenya May 25, 2023 – In a resounding declaration, Dr. Charles Githinji, Chairman of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board, has passionately called for immediate action to strengthen local pharmaceutical manufacturing. With an unwavering focus on ensuring affordable healthcare for all Kenyans, Dr. Githinji underscored the pivotal role of domestic production in providing accessible […]