2026 First Distribution Planning Meeting
NMSA Public Relations
The National Medical Supplies Agency (NMSA) has convened its first distribution planning meeting for 2026, aimed at ensuring the timely and efficient delivery of drugs and medical supplies to health facilities nationwide.
The meeting brought together key stakeholders involved in the distribution process, including the Directorate of Pharmaceutical Services (DPS), the Integrated Health Projects Administration Unit (IHPAU), and development partners such as World Vision and UNICEF.
Discussions focused on developing a coordinated quarterly distribution plan for both the Free Healthcare Initiative and integrated distributions implemented by NMSA and its partners. The plan will serve as a practical guide for executing distribution activities throughout the year, with the goal of improving commodity availability at service delivery points across the country.
The meeting also addressed critical operational issues, including adjustments required in response to the changing funding landscape, pipeline alignment, prioritization of commodities, and the need for timely and efficient delivery to all districts. Participants reviewed distribution timelines and agreed on key milestones to guide implementation.
Additionally, the engagement provided an opportunity to reflect on lessons learned from the previous distribution cycle, identify operational challenges, and agree on improvements to strengthen planning, coordination, and on-time delivery of essential medicines and medical supplies nationwide.
