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Ministry of Health Addresses Salary Arrears for Healthcare Workers The Ministry of Health (MoH) has made a significant announcement regarding the resolution of salary arrears for healthcare professionals in Ghana. The ministry confirmed that it has successfully paid the salaries of 321 pharmacist house officers who completed their housemanship in 2024. This move is seen as an important step forward …

Embracing Digital Transformation in Community Pharmacy In a significant move to redefine the role of community pharmacies in Nigeria, the Association of Community Pharmacists of Nigeria (ACPN) has brought together various stakeholders across the healthcare sector. This initiative aims to integrate digital health solutions and offer personalized care, marking a new era for community pharmacy practice. The 44th Annual National …

Strategic Expansion into East Africa’s Healthcare Market CFAO Healthcare, the pharmaceutical arm of the Toyota Group, has taken a significant step in its expansion strategy by acquiring full ownership of Goodlife Pharmacy, Kenya’s largest private retail pharmacy chain. This move is aimed at strengthening its presence in East Africa’s growing retail health market. The African retail pharmacy market is expected …

CFAO Healthcare Expands into East Africa with Full Acquisition of Goodlife Pharmacy CFAO Healthcare has made a significant move in the East African healthcare market by acquiring 100% of Goodlife Pharmacy. This acquisition grants the company full control over pharmaceutical outlets in Kenya and Uganda, marking a strategic step in its global expansion. The announcement was made during a press …

Investigation into Alleged Price-Fixing in Namibia’s Pharmaceutical Sector The Namibia Competition Commission (NCC) has initiated a formal investigation into suspected price-fixing activities within the country’s pharmaceutical industry. This move comes as part of an effort to ensure fair competition and protect consumer interests. The probe specifically targets the Pharmaceutical Society of Namibia (PSN), an organization that represents pharmacies across the …

Embracing Technology and Leadership for Better Healthcare in Ghana Dr. Emmanuel Kwaku Ireland, Chairman of the Community Practice Pharmacists Association (CPPA), has emphasized the importance of pharmacists adopting artificial intelligence (AI) and other digital tools to enhance healthcare delivery in Ghana. He highlighted that AI is transforming community pharmacy practices by improving access to real-time information, streamlining data management, and …