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Trust Freddy
Herald Correspondent
The Government today officially commissioned NatPharm’s Masvingo medical warehouse, a state-of-the-art facility worth over
US$3,6 million, as part of its efforts to decentralise key health infrastructure and ensure universal access to healthcare for all.
The multimillion-dollar medical warehouse was constructed by the Government with support from the Global Fund, through
the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
The facility was officially commissioned by Health and Child Care Minister, Dr Douglas Mombeshora, who was represented by
his Deputy Minister, Sleiman Kwidini.
He said the warehouse is a crucial asset that will address historical challenges in healthcare logistics, including supply chain
inefficiencies and distribution inequities.
“With this facility, we are taking concrete steps towards eliminating the disparities that have previously affected our healthcare
system,” said Dr Mombeshora.
“This warehouse will ensure that every corner of Masvingo, and indeed the broader region, benefits from improved access to
medical supplies.”
The multimillion-dollar facility features modern handling equipment and a 201-kW solar power system, ensuring sustainable
and energy-efficient operations.
UNDP resident representative, Dr Ayodele Odusola, said the completion of the new warehouse had increased the available
storage space by four and a half times the size of the previous warehouse.
“Besides the structure – warehouse space, offices, firefighting system which cost US$2 848 554,48, UNDP also supported the
warehouse through the installation of a 201-kW solar system at a cost of US$321 713,60, and provision of storage and handling
equipment (US$819 170),” he said.
“The provision of the solar system which serves as the primary source of energy has contributed to improved access to a reliable
clean source of electricity at the warehouse.”
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