PM Ngurare calls for fast-tracking of Namibia-Cuba pharmaceutical project

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Namibia and Cuba are moving towards establishing a joint pharmaceutical manufacturing plant in Okahandja to produce essential medicines locally. Prime Minister Elijah Ngurare says the project must be fast-tracked, with discussions dating back to 2011. The partnership with Cuba’s state-owned BioCubaFarma is expected to involve technology and skills transfer, eventually allowing Namibia to supply medicines to local and regional markets.

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