Nairobi, Kenya – 10th June 2024 – The Pharmacy and Poisons Board has intensified its crackdown on illegal pharmaceutical activities in the Rift Valley region, resulting in over 30 arrests and the seizure of 120 cartons of assorted pharmaceuticals. More than 100 unlicensed chemists have been shut down as part of the Board’s ongoing efforts […]

Nairobi, Kenya – The newly appointed National Quality Control Laboratory (NQCL) Board of Management was officially inaugurated on 7th June 2024, marking a significant milestone in ensuring the highest standards of quality and safety for health products. The ceremony, presided over by the Principal Secretary of the State Department for Public and Professional Standards, Ms. […]

Nairobi, Kenya – In a strategic move to safeguard public health, the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) convened a stakeholder engagement forum today, focusing on tackling illicit trade in health products and technologies (HPTs) transmitted via courier and postal services. The event, graced by PPB Chief Executive Officer, Dr. F. M. Siyoi, underscored the imperative […]

Kajiado, Kenya – The Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB), the National Drug Regulatory Authority within the Ministry of Health, has exposed a network involved in the pilferage of government medical stores in Kajiado County. This operation, executed in collaboration with the National Police Service on May 13, targeted illegal entities dispensing medications without the necessary […]

Nairobi, Kenya – On May 17 the, the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) CEO, Dr. F. M. Siyoi, hosted a delegation from the World Bank following the launch of the Health Emergency Preparedness, Response, and Resilience (HEPRR) Program by Health Cabinet Secretary Nakhumicha S. Wafula on May 15. The meeting focused on understanding the PPB’s […]

Nairobi, Kenya –  On Tuesday, April 23rd, Dr. Charles Githinji, Chairman of the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB), met with representatives from the Federation of Kenya Pharmaceutical Manufacturers (FKPM). They discussed enhancing Kenya’s pharmaceutical production, supporting Universal Health Coverage, and advancing pharmaceutical industrial growth in line with the Kenya Kwanza Government’s economic transformation Agenda (BETA). […]

𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐥𝐲 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐢𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐞 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐬 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐲 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐁𝐨𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐒𝐭𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐠𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐡𝐚𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐜𝐞𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐫 – 22nd April 2024 Nairobi, Kenya – the National Assembly Departmental Committee on Health led by the Chair, Hon. (Dr) Robert Pukose conducted a fact-finding mission to the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) to engage with the leadership and address issues affecting the […]

Nairobi, Kenya – In a decisive move to combat illegal practices within the pharmaceutical sector, the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) has launched a nationwide operation targeting regulated pharmaceutical entities. Led by the PPB, this joint multi-agency operation has already achieved significant milestones, conducting thorough inspections at 400 premises and seizing 200 cartons of assorted […]

Nairobi, Kenya – Today, the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB) met with representatives from the Kenya Association of Pharmaceutical Industry (KAPI) and the Medical Technology Industry Association of Kenya (MEDAK) to address pivotal challenges and progressions within the pharmaceutical and medical device sectors. During the meeting, both parties committed to fostering collaboration to fortify regulatory […]

Western, Kenya – On March 25th, 2024, pharmaceutical regulatory officers from the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB), led by Dr. Paddy Agoro and Solomon Kamau, engaged in a strategic workshop aimed at enhancing pharmaceutical compliance in the Western region. Facilitated by the PPB regional head and the regional police commander, the workshop brought together senior […]