State blames logistics challenges for delayed distribution of drugs

Health CS Deborah Barasa flags off ARV,TB and other drugs, at MEDS headquarters along Mombasa Road in Nairobi, on March 14, 2025. She was flanked by Public Health and Professional Standards PS Mary Muthoni. [Edward Kiplimo,Standard]

The government has blamed logistical challenges and lack of authorisation for MEDS (Mission for Essential Drugs and Supplies) for the delay in distributing Sh4 billion essential health commodities.

This was revealed during the flag-off of medical supplies led by Health Cabinet Secretary Deborah Barasa at the MEDS warehouse in Nairobi, on Friday.