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September 28, 2026
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Kenya targets 50pc local production of essential medicines by 2030

Kenya targets 50pc local production of essential medicines by 2030

NAIROBI, Kenya, Sep 28 — Kenya is targeting local production of at least half of its essential health products by 2030 as the government moves to reduce reliance on imports…..

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Kenya is aiming to locally produce at least 50 percent of its essential medicines by 2030, as outlined in its new Local Manufacturing Strategy. This initiative seeks to bolster pharmaceutical security and reduce the nation's reliance on imports.

  • Target: 50% local production of essential medicines by 2030.
  • Key Figure: Health Cabinet Secretary Aden Duale highlighted the strategy.
  • Context: Africa currently imports over 70% of its health products, and Kenya is strengthening regulatory oversight and market surveillance to ensure quality.

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