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Kariuki, Joan; Njeru, Mercy Karimi; Wamae, Watu and Mackintosh, Maureen (2015). Local Supply Chains for Medicines and Medicinal Supplies in Kenya: Understanding the Challenges. Inclusive Bioeconomy Programme Working Paper 001/2015; African Centre for Technology Studies (ACTS), Nairobi, Kenya.
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Abstract
This Working Paper presents some findings from a research project on Industrial Productivity and Health Sector Performance, collaborative research by the African Centre for Technology Studies
(ACTS), Nairobi; REPOA, Dar es Salaam; and The Open University, UK. The project aimed to identify opportunities for improved local industrial supply of medical products to strengthen
Kenyan and Tanzanian health system performance. This working paper briefly outlines project methods and key concepts. It then summarises findings from health sector research in four Kenyan
districts on the supply chains for selected essential medicines and supplies to facilities in the public, private and faith-based sectors and to private shops. The paper analyses strengths and weaknesses of the public and private supply chains into the health sector, as seen by health facility and pharmacy staff.
Plain Language Summary
This Working Paper presents some findings from a research project on Industrial Productivity and Health Sector Performance, collaborative research by the African Centre for Technology Studies
(ACTS), Nairobi; REPOA, Dar es Salaam; and The Open University, UK. The project aimed to identify opportunities for improved local industrial supply of medical products to strengthen
Kenyan and Tanzanian health system performance. This working paper briefly outlines project methods and key concepts. It then summarises findings from health sector research in four Kenyan
districts on the supply chains for selected essential medicines and supplies to facilities in the public, private and faith-based sectors and to private shops. The paper analyses strengths and weaknesses of the public and private supply chains into the health sector, as seen by health facility and pharmacy staff.
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