Review of policies and strategies for the pharmaceutical production sector in Africa: policy coherence, best practices and true prospective: summary

Abstract

The report, “Review of policies and strategies for the pharmaceutical production sector in Africa: policy coherence, best practices and future prospective”, provides an overview of the status of pharmaceutical production in Africa and identifies levels and quality of production on the continent. Using country case studies and data where available, the study assesses the extent of the challenge by sub region and country category, compares policy frameworks, and identifies good practices that can support the growth of the pharmaceutical industry in Africa. Lessons are highlighted that have been drawn from successful manufacturers and countries on the continent and frameworks on how to design public policies that can foster an enabling environment for the pharmaceutical industry.