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African Medicines Agency Launches Operational Phase in Kigali

1 report, 1 independent Updated Oct 29
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The African Medicines Agency held its inaugural AMA Week in Kigali, marking the start of its operational phase. The agency is working to establish a coordinated continental regulatory system. During the event, seven specialized technical committees were inaugurated to provide independent scientific expertise in medical product regulation.

From allafrica.com

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The initiative aims to help African countries pool scientific expertise, strengthen national regulatory authorities, and improve cooperation on decisions affecting the safety, quality, and effectiveness of medical products. This effort is designed to support local industry and enable timely regulatory decisions across the continent.

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Who's involved

  • African Medicines AgencyThe proposed agency of the African Union focused on strengthening medicine regulation
  • Delese Mimi DarkoDirector General of the African Medicines Agency
  • KigaliHost city for the agency's inaugural week event
  • NigeriaA nation formally acceding to the goals of the African Medicines Agency
  • South AfricaA country required to accelerate investment in the African Medicines Agency

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