Kenya Medical Supplies Agency (KEMSA) Chief Executive Officer Dr. Andrew Mulwa has been confirmed as the winner of the prestigious African Governance Award 2024. His recognition as the “Most Outstanding Medical Supplies Authority Across Africa” is testament to Dr. Mulwa’s exemplary transformational leadership and KEMSA’s commitment to excellence.
The awards scheme has been conceptualised to identify and publicly recognise sovereign institutions from all across Africa. These include multilateral institutions active across the continent and the collaborating, supporting and partnering private enterprises that have made exemplary contributions to good governance on the continent with regards to political governance and socio-economic development.
The award, based on a rigorous selection process and expert assessment, underscores Dr. Mulwa’s pivotal role in Africa’s political and socio-economic renaissance. KEMSA stands as a beacon of standard-setting for public institutions, both locally and internationally, we extend our heartfelt congratulations to Dr. Mulwa and the entire KEMSA family. Join us in celebrating this remarkable achievement and the continued dedication to advancing healthcare across the continent.
Dr. Mulwa was named acting CEO in May 2023.
KEMSA is a state corporation with the mandate to procure, warehouse, and distribute medicines and medical supplies for prescribed public health programs, the national strategic stock reserve, defined essential health packages, and the national referral hospitals.