Ugandan Pharmacists Call for Government Support for Local Drug Manufacturing
What happened
The Pharmaceutical Society of Uganda held its annual continuing professional development meeting in Kampala on September 24, 2026. The society formally requested that the government establish a dedicated fund to support pharmaceutical research, innovation, and local manufacturing. The requests included equipment, land, tax incentives, and assistance securing raw materials for small-scale drug production.
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Why it matters
The society's requests aim to secure the future of the local pharmaceutical industry in Uganda. This push comes as government procurement of medicines from local manufacturers has risen sharply, reaching 64 percent by March 2026. Jonans Tusiimire also proposed a regional college of pharmacists.
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Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Uganda Revenue AuthoritySpeculative
The Uganda Revenue Authority could face challenges regarding its revenue collection and regulatory standing due to requests for tax incentives.
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