Publications by authors named "Burhani Simai"
A 20-year evidence-based experience of the evolving medicine regulation in Zanzibar.
J Pharm Policy Pract
November 2024
Background: Access to medicine is crucial for the effective functioning of healthcare systems. A robust regulatory framework is necessary to ensure the safety, effectiveness, and availability. However, weak regulatory frameworks persist in many low- and middle-income countries, leasing to the circulation of falsified and substandard medicines as well as anti-competitive restrictions on registering poor-quality medicines, which poses a significant public health threat.
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- Hiiti Sillo and colleagues discuss the East African Community's initiative focused on harmonizing medicine regulations.
- The initiative aims to streamline the processes for approving and distributing medicines across East African countries.
- By improving regulatory frameworks, it enhances access to essential medications for the population in Africa.
Margareth Ndomondo-Sigonda outlines future challenges for the East African Medicines Regulatory Harmonization initiative.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFJane H. Mashingia and colleagues reveal the progress made to date for the East African Community Medicines Regulatory Harmonization initiative.
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