President William Ruto has challenged the Kenya Medical Supplies Authority (KEMSA) to achieve a 100 per cent order fill rate to fix Kenya's drug shortages. This call followed KEMSA's revelation that its current fill rate stands at 57 per cent, prompting the launch of an ambitious 100-day Rapid Results Initiative (RRI).

• The RRI, launched in July 2025, aims to raise the order fill rate to 78 per cent by September 2025 as a stepping stone to the ultimate 100 per cent goal.
• KEMSA CEO, Dr. Waqo Ejersa, stated this initiative is a launchpad for the Sustainable Growth Strategy 2025–2030, focusing on institutionalized reforms, governance, and innovation.
• The transformation at KEMSA aligns with the government's Universal Health Coverage (UHC) agenda, aiming to ensure consistent medical supplies and reduce out-of-pocket spending for patients.