Algiers, Algeria – The African Ministerial Conference on Local Pharmaceutical Production and Healthcare Technologies concluded its third and final day in Algiers today. The conference, held under the high patronage of the President of the Republic, Abdelmadjid Tebboune, focused on strategies to bolster local pharmaceutical manufacturing across the African continent.
Over the past three days, ministers, industry experts, and representatives from various African nations convened to discuss key challenges and opportunities within the pharmaceutical sector. Discussions centered on fostering innovation, improving access to essential medicines, and strengthening regulatory frameworks to ensure the quality and safety of locally produced pharmaceuticals.
Key themes explored during the conference included technology transfer, investment promotion, and the development of skilled workforce to support the growth of the pharmaceutical industry. Participants also examined strategies to reduce Africa’s reliance on imported pharmaceuticals and to enhance its capacity to respond to public health emergencies.
The conference served as a platform for sharing best practices and forging partnerships between governments, private sector actors, and research institutions. Several collaborative initiatives and agreements were announced, aimed at accelerating the development of a robust and sustainable pharmaceutical industry in Africa.
The Ministry of Health and the Ministry of Pharmaceutical Industry played a central role in organizing the conference, underscoring the Algerian government’s commitment to promoting local pharmaceutical production and improving healthcare outcomes across the continent. The outcomes of the conference are expected to inform policy decisions and investment strategies in the pharmaceutical sector throughout Africa in the coming years.
