Are you looking for an inventory system?

Finding a good inventory system is hard because of the many options in the market and not knowing where to start.

Pharmacy inventory systems vary depending on your needs, and knowing what you really need — or what you don’t need — is very important.

On top of this, you are required by KRA to have an eTIMS-compliant inventory system.

We are going to address that and everything you need to know before entering into an agreement with an inventory system provider.

This post will help you save both time and money that might be wasted in choosing a bad system before finding out it is useless and you need a new one.

What is an Inventory System?

Many people simply call it a “system” or a “medical system,” but what they are referring to is an inventory system.

It is an electronic software that helps you manage your pharmacy data accurately. This includes:

• Stock levels
• Client information
• Supplier records
• Employee records
• Sales tracking

In today’s world, systems are essential to make our work easier. Very few people operate without one.

There is one old guy running a community pharmacy who I have seen operate for many years without an inventory system. He understands his business well enough not to need one.

Not many people can operate the way he does because of the challenges that come with not having a system in place.

He works on his own and does not employ people to help him, which saves him from the immediate problem of stock accountability and management.

The problem is that he cannot access records from previous years easily. Those records are important for planning and tracking growth.

The business has never grown and seems to be stagnated.

No one wants a business like that.

Before You Pick a System

A system, just like any other tool, should serve your needs well. You should not go for one simply because you saw it in another pharmacy.

It is good to be clear on how your pharmacy will be structured. For instance:

• The number of staff who will use the system
• Whether there will be an accountant
• Whether there will be a cashier
• Whether there will be HR functions

This is important so that you understand the robustness of the system you want to get.

For beginners with small stores, start with a simple system that has the basics before going for a more advanced system with many features.

Ideally all you need is the ability to:

• Manage stocks
• See sales
• Post supplier invoices
• Adjust prices
• Post a sale that generates a receipt

Features of an Advanced Pharmacy System

If you are looking for a more advanced system, some key features include:

• Allow bulk drug database import
• Support batch tracking and FEFO
• Integrate M-Pesa and eTIMS
• Export data to Excel/CSV for analysis

Another very important aspect is cost.

A system should cost you something you can comfortably pay from your sales without straining your business.

Cloud-based pharmacy management systems tend to be more costly compared to systems installed locally on your PC.

Pharmacy Inventory Systems You May Want to Try

Below is a list of inventory systems that you may want to explore.

Absolute Corporate Solutions Pharmacy & Chemist ERP

Scalable for wholesale and retail pharmacies with POS, inventory management, distribution tools, FIFO stock handling, and real-time stock updates.
Website: https://www.absolutecorporatesolutions.com/pharmacy-and-chemist-software-in-kenya.html

Acemed Pharmacy Management System

Offers robust inventory and purchase order handling, with easy addition and editing of stock, automatic updates from purchases and sales, expiry management, and a full workflow for pharmacy operations.

DawaSoft

A Kenyan-based cloud POS and pharmacy management system with automated inventory tracking, expiry alerts, sales integration, reporting, supplier management, and quick setup for daily operations.
Website: https://dawasoft.co.ke/

Kinetic Technologiez Pharmacy Management System (Pharmacare)

Handles stock management, inventory tracking, warehouse features, POS integration, invoice creation, and data analysis.
Website: https://kinetic-ea.com/product/pharmacy-management-system

Mobixgen Pharmacy Management System

Features real-time inventory control, automatic reorder alerts, expiry tracking, and prescription handling.

Nexia Inventory Management System (IMS)

Built for retail pharmacies, offering modular inventory tools and better accuracy compared to manual or Excel systems.

phAMACore

A cloud-based stock and financial management system tailored for pharmacies, clinics, and hospital dispensaries. It includes expiry warnings, pack breakdown management, purchasing, sales, and billing control.

PharmaDesk

A complete pharmacy management solution for pharmacists, cashiers, and administrators. It handles prescription tracking, billing, patient records, inventory management, insurance claims, and refills.

PharmaSync

A comprehensive pharmacy management platform with smart inventory management, batch-level tracking, FIFO stock handling, expiry alerts, OCR uploads, and integrations for sales, staff management, analytics, and online orders.

RobiPOS

A cloud-based POS with strong pharmacy inventory features such as stock tracking, reorder alerts, expiry management, purchases, and integrations with accounting or e-commerce tools.

SalesLife Pharmacy POS

An integrated POS solution focused on inventory monitoring, prescription processing, and maintaining consistent pharmacy stock levels.

Designer Datamart Solutions Inventory-POS System

A multi-store POS system with built-in inventory and stock management, suitable for pharmacies and chemists operating multiple branches.

Zendawa

Focused on inventory management, expiry tracking, waste reduction, and stock reordering, sometimes integrated with productivity tools such as Microsoft Copilot.

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Conclusion

Choosing the right pharmacy inventory system is an important decision that will affect how your pharmacy operates every day.

A good system should make your work easier, help you track your stock accurately, and give you useful business insights.

Start simple if you are running a small pharmacy. As your business grows, you can always upgrade to a more advanced system.

The most important thing is to choose a system that:

• Fits your workflow
• Meets KRA eTIMS requirements
• Is affordable for your business
• Has reliable support when problems arise

Take time to test different options before committing. Most providers will allow you to see a demo or trial the system.

Choosing wisely will save you many headaches later and help your pharmacy grow in a structured and professional way.

Adakim Chemist

Adakim Chemist (2010) Limited is a trusted pharmaceutical provider and distributor in Kericho, Kenya. Founded in 2004 as a licensed dispensing pharmacy at the Tengecha–Kalenjin Roads Junction in Kericho CBD, it has grown steadily into a reliable source of quality pharmaceutical care, prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs, and surgical supplies. Formally incorporated in 2010, the company prioritizes safe, effective, evidence-based, and cost-effective products from reputable brands to ensure patient safety and consistent quality.

Website: adakim.co.ke

Location: Ground Floor, Nenyon Building, Temple Road, Kericho Town (opposite Naivas Supermarket, a few meters from the Kericho-Nakuru highway.

Phone: +254 721 759 977, +254 726 290 103

Email: ntarus@adakim.co.ke

Socials:  YouTube presence @AdakimChemistLTD

Est. Monthly Searches: <2K

Alfajiri Chemist

Alfajiri Pharmaceuticals Ltd is a well-established pharmaceutical business in Nairobi, Kenya. Founded in 1997 (originally as Vidonge Pharmaceuticals Ltd before rebranding), it operates as a wholesaler, distributor, importer, and exporter of pharmaceutical products, offering a wide range of prescription medicines, over-the-counter treatments, and related supplies.

Located at Ground Floor, Accra Hotel Building, Accra Road, Nairobi Central

Website: alfajiripharmaceuticals.com

Contact: +254 707 862 901 / +254 723 055 807 / +254 020 224 0875

Email: info@alfajiripharmaceuticals.com

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Belea Pharmacy

BelEa Pharmacy Limited is a well-established pharmaceutical company in Nairobi, Kenya, founded in 2003. It specializes in the distribution, retail, importation, and wholesale of human and veterinary medicines, surgical items, laboratory chemicals/reagents, hospital equipment, beauty/skin care products, vitamins/supplements, baby care, and even agro-chemicals/farm inputs. They operate both a physical presence and an online platform for convenient ordering and delivery, emphasizing quality, affordable healthcare solutions across East Africa.

Website: beleapharmacy.co.ke or belea.co.ke (online shop)

Location: Airport North Road, Miheer Godowns (near Taj Mall/Mombasa Road area), Embakasi, Nairobi

Phone: +254 748 681 432 (main/store), +254 721 700 098 (general)

Email: info@belea.co.ke

Socials: Facebook: Belea pharm Instagram: @belea_pharmacy

Est. Monthly Searches: <2K

City Med Pharmacy

City Med Pharmacy is a retail pharmacy chain in Nairobi, Kenya, known for supplying a wide range of medicines, supplements, surgical items, and beauty/skincare products. It emphasizes competitive prices, excellent service, and free home/citywide delivery (often on orders above certain thresholds or within Nairobi).It operates multiple branches, primarily in the Parklands area:

Locations: 1. Shop 2, Ridge Court Building, 3rd Parklands Avenue, Highridge, 2.  6th Parklands, Onn The Way Supermarket. 3. Karura/Limuru Rd area.

Phone: +254 722 393 911 or +254 722 577 044 (main/delivery lines); other numbers include 0705 806 000 (for beauty/skincare branch) and 0759 870 911.

Instagram: @citymed_pharmacy_ltd (main retail) and @citymedbeautyandskincare (focused on skin & beauty).

Est. Monthly Searches: 3K+

Daima Chemist Meru

Daima Dispensing Chemist is a registered retail pharmacy in Meru, Kenya, operating as a dispensing chemist providing quality prescription and over-the-counter medicines, pharmaceutical services, and related products. It’s part of or affiliated with broader pharmaceutical networks Nila Pharmaceuticals.

Locations: Tom Mboya Street, Hartlane Plaza in Meru.

Phone: +254 710 904 332

Email: daimameru@gmail.com

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Dovey Pharmacy

Dovey Pharmacy (operated as Dovey Pharma or DoveyPharma Limited, sometimes called “My Chemist”) is one of Kenya’s leading pharmacy chains, established as a trusted provider of pharmaceuticals, beauty products, supplements, baby care, wellness items, and more.

It’s renowned for its 24/7 operations at select branches (especially Westlands and Riverside), late-night hours at others, online shopping with free delivery on orders above KSh 3,000, pharmacist consultations, and acceptance of major insurance providers.

With 19 branches across Kenya (including Nairobi areas like Westlands (head office at Fedha Plaza, Mpaka Road), Riverside, Kilimani, Karen, Langata, Rongai –(closed), Buruburu, JF Center, Kimathi House CBD, Ruaka; plus Mombasa, Nakuru, Nyali, and others), it serves a wide range of customers with both brand-name and generic products.

Website: doveypharma.com (for online orders, product browsing, and pharmacist chat)

Phone: 0111 041 000, 0110 001 355

Socials: Instagram: @doveypharma X (Twitter): @dovey_pharma Facebook: Dovey Pharma

Est. Monthly Searches: 2K

East End Chemist Meru

East End Chemists Ltd is a prominent and rapidly growing pharmaceutical chain in Kenya, specializing in the retail, wholesale, and distribution of pharmaceuticals, surgical products, medicines, and related healthcare items.

Founded with its head office in Meru town, it has expanded to multiple branches across regions.

Head Office/ Main Branch (Meru): Tom Mboya Street, opposite Consolidated Bank, Meru CBD

Other Branches: Chuka, Chogoria, Pipeline, Makutano, Kerugoya, Bungoma

Phone: +254 64 32386 / +254 64 32396, +254 700 624, +254 733 323 860

Email: info@eastend.co.ke

Website: eastend.co.ke (Under maintenance)

Socials: Facebook: East End Chemists Ltd.

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Gathimaini Pharmacy

Gathimaini Pharmacy Limited (GPL) is a leading and highly regarded retail pharmacy in Thika, Kenya, established around 2003. It’s recognized for its wide selection of high-quality prescription and non-prescription medicines, pharmaceutical products, and patient care services, serving individuals, clinics, and the local community in Thika town and surrounding areas.

Location: Twin Oak Plaza, Ground Floor, at the junction of Commercial Street and Kwame Nkrumah Road/Street, Thika Town

Phone: +254 723 486 327 or +254 67 21099

Email: info@gathimainipharmacy.com

Website: gathimainipharmacy.com

Socials: X (Twitter); @gathimaini

Est. Monthly Searches: 2K+

Goodlife Pharmacy

Goodlife Pharmacy Africa is East Africa’s largest and fastest-growing pharmacy chain, founded in 2013 and now boasting over 150 branches (with plans for further expansion). It’s a one-stop health and beauty hub offering prescription medicines, over-the-counter drugs, supplements, skincare, cosmetics, wellness products, baby care, and more—all 100% genuine from trusted suppliers. They emphasize affordable, high-quality care, convenient locations, private consultations (e.g., blood pressure/sugar testing, weight management), online ordering, and quick deliveries via their platform or partners like Glovo/Uber Eats.

Website: goodlife.co.ke (for online shopping, store locator, product browsing, and deliveries—often free (2500+) and fast in Nairobi)

Phone/WhatsApp: 0110 093 269 or 0715 703 000 (for orders/deliveries);

Email: info@goodlife.africa.com

Socials: Instagram; @goodlifepharmacyafrica; X ;@GoodlifeKE, Facebook; Goodlife Pharmacy Africa

Branches: Widespread across Nairobi (e.g., CBD Harambee Ave, Kenyatta Ave, City Square, Village Market Gigiri, Sarit Centre, Ridgeways Mall, Garden City Mall, Crossroads Karen, Prestige Plaza, Business Bay Square) and beyond (Kiambu, Thika, Mombasa/coastal, Kisumu/Western Kenya, etc.).

Est. Monthly Searches: 100K+

Haltons Pharmacy

Haltons Pharmacy (operated by Haltons Limited or Haltons Pharma Ltd, now under mPharma since its 2017 acquisition) is a major retail pharmacy chain in Kenya, founded in 2013. It specializes in dispensing prescription and non-prescription medicines, nutritional supplements, wellness products, and healthcare solutions through a network of outlets (historically over 30, with expansions and some consolidations). It emphasizes affordable, quality care in high-traffic residential and urban areas, with a strong online presence focused on premium supplements and nationwide delivery (pay on delivery option).

Website: haltons.co.ke (online store for supplements, fast delivery across Kenya including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, Nakuru, Eldoret, Thika, etc.)

Phone/WhatsApp: +254 110 139 565 or +254 780 994 498

Email: info@haltons.co.ke

Socials: Instagram @haltons_cares; Facebook @HaltonsCares; X @HaltonsCares (active for promotions and updates)

Head Office: Mitsumi Business Park, 9th Floor, Muthithi Road, Westlands, Nairobi

Branches: Countrywide, including Nairobi (e.g., South C on Five Star Rd, Bishop Gate/Nairobi Central, Buruburu, Jogoo Road, Point Mall Rabai Rd), and others in various towns.

Est. Monthly Searches: 50K+

Kam Pharmacy

KAM Pharmacy Ltd or Kam Pharmacy Wholesale Ltd is a long-established pharmacy chain in Nairobi, Kenya, operating since 1967. It provides high-quality retail dispensing, prescription fulfillment, patient counseling, and fair-priced medications through its community pharmacies, plus a strong wholesale division specializing in pharmaceuticals, surgical disposables, medical diagnostics, disinfectants, equipment, and supplies imported from international sources (UK, Canada, Middle East, Asia).

They operate three main retail branches in Nairobi’s CBD, with delivery services for prescriptions (via WhatsApp or online form) and emphasis on customer service, availability, and accessibility.

Website: kampharmacy.com (for services, store locator, prescription requests, and wholesale info)

Main Contacts:

Admin: +254-20-2227195 / +254-20-3317655

Retail Pharmacy: +254-20-2221825 / +254-20-2214076

Mobile/WhatsApp: +254 716 615 622 / +254 735 473 862 / +254 745 999 332 (for prescriptions/delivery)

Other: +254 786 079733

Email: info@kampharmacy.com (general); quotations@kampharmacy.com (wholesale); sales@kampharmacy.com

Branches:

Kimathi Street: Ground Floor, IPS Building, Kimathi Street, Nairobi CBD (main retail spot).

Harambee Avenue: Ground Floor, Cargen House, Harambee Avenue, Nairobi.

Socials: Instagram: @kamwholesale (for wholesale updates); Facebook: Kam Pharmacy Ltd.

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Kens Pharmacy

Ken’s Pharmacy (also known as KEN’S Pharmacy Enterprises or Ken’s Pharmacy and Cosmetics) is a Nairobi-based business specializing in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, beauty products, and related health items. It operates as a retailer/wholesaler with a focus on quality products, new stock updates, and countrywide delivery options (including to Mombasa and beyond). It has a strong emphasis on cosmetics alongside pharmacy offerings, with active promotions on social media.

Location (Nairobi): Moi Avenue, Bihi Towers, 5th Floor, Office 12 (next to Bazaar area), Nairobi CBD.

Other Location (Mombasa): Asha Trust Building, Meru Road, Mombasa CBD (off old Budget Supermarket area).

Phone/WhatsApp: +254 796 199 998, +254 799 097 590, +254 799 973 638

Socials: Facebook: KEN’S Pharmacy enterprises, Instagram: @kenpharmacy, TikTok: @kenscosmetics

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Kisima Chemist

Kisima Chemist & Laboratory is a retail pharmacy located in Mombasa, Kenya, primarily on Makadara Road opposite Makadara Ground (near Tarbush area, accessible from the GPO). It’s a local dispensing chemist offering prescription and over-the-counter medicines, possibly with associated lab services.

Location: Makadara Road, opposite Makadara Ground, Mombasa, near Tarbush.

Phone: +254 700 797 938, +254 711 746 973, +254 728 014 001.

Services: Retail pharmacy dispensing, likely basic lab/testing.

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Krishna Pharmacy

Krishna Pharmacy Ltd is a Nairobi-based pharmacy established around 2005 (originally starting as a retail outlet before splitting into retail and wholesale divisions in 2009). It focuses on retail dispensing of prescription and over-the-counter medicines, pharmaceutical products, and related items, while the associated Krishna Chemists Ltd handles wholesale importation and distribution of pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, surgical equipment, health & beauty products to pharmacies, hospitals, and institutions across Kenya and East Africa (distributing brands like Pfizer, AstraZeneca, Sun Pharma, etc.).The retail side is located in the Parklands/Highridge area of Nairobi.

Main Retail Location: Krishna Plaza (or Shree Icon Complex), 3rd Parklands Avenue, Parklands/Highridge, Nairobi

Phone: +254 20 3741894 (retail); Mobile lines include +254 722 366 988, +254 715 946 380, +254 719 823 818, +254 720 998 859 (shared with wholesale).

Wholesale/Head Office: 3rd Floor, Metrix Hardware, Lusaka Road, Industrial Area, Nairobi.

Email: info@krishnachemists.com; sales@krishnachemists.com.

Website: krishnachemists.com (primarily for the wholesale/importer side; includes contact and product info).

Socials: X (Twitter): @KrishnaChemKE

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Leo Chemist Kisumu

Leo Chemist Ltd is a registered retail pharmacy in Kisumu, Kenya, providing dispensing services for prescription and over-the-counter medicines, pharmaceutical products, and related healthcare items. It’s a trusted local option in the region.

Location: Along Kisumu-Kakamega Road or Kakamega/Nyerere Rd junction, opposite Kenya Police Dog Unit HQ, Kisumu Town.

Phone: +254 722 356 256

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Lifemed Pharmacy

Lifemed Pharmacy is a growing retail pharmacy chain in Kenya, focusing on prescription medications, over-the-counter drugs, supplements, skincare/beauty products, wellness items, and free pharmacist consultations. It emphasizes convenience with 24/7 delivery (via Glovo and direct), multiple branches (some open 24 hours), and a strong online/social media presence for orders and promotions.

Socials: Instagram @lifemedpharmacy_ke, Facebook @LifemedPharmacyKenya; X: @The_lifemed

Phone/WhatsApp: +254 781 515 650 (general/inquiries); +254 796 510 882 (branch/promotions); +254 722 418 921 (prescription delivery); +254 735 994 432 (Nyali/Mombasa reference).

Branches (Nairobi-focused, expanding):

Kilimani: Cotton Avenue.

Lavington: (24/7).

Kileleshwa: Covo Mall, Othaya Road / Ring Road / Kieni Rd.

Upperhill: Beacon Mall, Ngong Avenue (opposite Nairobi Club—24 hours).

Karen: MyTown Mall.

Others: Nyali (Mombasa area)

Est. Monthly Searches: 5K+

Lyntons Pharmacy

Lintons Pharmacy associated with Lintons/Lyntons) appears to be an earlier or foundational name tied to the origins of what is now Lintons Beauty World, a leading beauty and skincare retail chain in East Africa. Founded by Dr. Joyce Gikunda (a pharmacist) and her husband Edward, it began as a traditional pharmacy (starting from Tropical Chemist in the 1980s, then evolving into Lyntons Pharmacy around the early 2000s or before), where they pioneered blending pharmaceuticals with cosmetics, skincare, and beauty products in Kenya—shifting away from pure dispensing to include high-end beauty items.

The pharmacy side (Lyntons Pharmacy Ltd) had branches in Nairobi, such as:

Hilton Hotel Arcade, Mama Ngina Street, Nairobi Central

Magharibi Place opposite T-Mall, Nairobi West.

Possibly others like The Mall on Lower Kabete Rd or Corner House on Kimathi/Mama Ngina St (2011–2023).

Today, the business has evolved into Lintons Beauty World (lintonsbeauty.com), East Africa’s premier retailer of premium skincare, makeup, fragrances, haircare, and accessories (with over 35 stores across Nairobi, Mombasa, Kampala, etc.—e.g., Sarit Centre, Two Rivers Mall, Galleria, Village Market, Westgate). They no longer emphasize traditional pharmacy dispensing but retain roots in beauty retail innovation from the Lyntons Pharmacy era.

Current Lintons Beauty World Contacts:

Website: lintonsbeauty.com

Instagram: @lintonsbeautyworld

General: Various mall-specific numbers (e.g., +254 700 193 297 for Garden City).

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Makupa Chemist

Makupa Chemist Limited) is a long-established retail pharmacy in Mombasa, Kenya, with roots dating back to around 1961 in some listings (though this may refer to early operations or affiliations). It’s a trusted community chemist offering prescription dispensing, over-the-counter medicines, and pharmaceutical products.

Location: Opposite Total Petrol Station, Mombasa Road – Jomo Kenyatta Avenue/Road area, Mombasa. It’s in a central, accessible spot near landmarks like Lohana Hall or Azam Centre

Phone: +254 41 2492808

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Malibu Pharmacy

Malibu Pharmacy Ltd (Malibu Chemist) is a well-established pharmacy chain in Kenya, founded in 1994 (incorporated from a single branch on Mfangano Street in Nairobi CBD). It has grown significantly over 30+ years into a multi-branch operation, now offering retail dispensing of prescription and over-the-counter medicines, health & wellness products, supplements, skincare, and more—positioning itself as a one-stop shop with a strong emphasis on online ordering and convenience.They provide free deliveries on orders (via partners like Glovo/Uber Eats in some areas), accept medical insurance/outpatient covers, and even services like flu/pneumococcal vaccinations at select branches.

Website: malibupharmacy.co.ke

Phone/WhatsApp: +254 791 747 474 (orders), +254 706 403 907 (customer support), +254 114 747 474 (general/booking), +254 791 690 006 (corporate/head office)

Email: info@malibupharmacy.co.ke

Head Office: Agriculture House, 4th Floor, Harambee Avenue, Nairobi.

Branches: Multiple in Nairobi (e.g., Jubilee Exchange House on Kaunda Street, Hurlingham/Roughton Court on Arwings Kodhek Rd—open late like 9 AM-11 PM, Supreme Centre, Moi Avenue, K-Mall, Adlife Plaza mezzanine), plus expansions to Thika, Ngong, Rongai, Mombasa, Kisumu (e.g., Reinsurance Plaza on Oginga Odinga Road), and more..

Socials: Instagram; @malibupharmac,  Facebook; MalibuPharmacyLimited

Est. Monthly Searches: 2K

Metropolitan Chemist Nakuru

Metropolitan Chemist Ltd is a registered retail pharmacy in Nakuru, Kenya. It’s a trusted community chemist offering prescription dispensing, over-the-counter medicines, pharmaceutical products, and possibly mobility aids like wheelchairs/crutches.

Location: Kenyatta Avenue (often in Nyakinyua Building or near central Nakuru CBD (Loita House/Biashara area), Nakuru Town

Phone: +254 716 438, +254 51 221 6776, +254 51 221 2679

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Mumbi House Chemist

Mumbi House Pharmaceuticals Ltd is a registered retail and wholesale pharmacy in Nairobi’s CBD, Kenya. It specializes in dispensing prescription and over-the-counter medicines, pharmaceutical products, and related healthcare items, with a focus on quality, authenticity (guaranteed by registered pharmacists), and both retail and wholesale/export services to clients across Kenya and beyond.

Location: Accra Road (in Hotel Accra building or Mumbi House building), Nairobi CBD—opposite National Archives, Accra Road Lane 2.

Phone/WhatsApp: +254 715 585 612, +254 702 534 871, +254 708 092 256, +254 715 585 612, +254 722 504 133, +254 723 055 807

Email: sales@mumbihousepharmaceuticals.com

Website: mumbihousepharmaceuticals.com

Socials: X (Twitter): @MumbiHousepharm

Est. Monthly Searches: 1-2K

Neem pharmacy

Neem Pharmacy Ltd is (“was”) a Nairobi-based pharmacy chain in Kenya, dedicated to providing high-quality healthcare products and services, including prescription and over-the-counter medicines, supplements, and related items. It emphasizes convenience with home delivery options and multiple branches across key Nairobi areas.

Head Office/Main Branch: Medicare Plaza, 5th Floor, Hurlingham, Nairobi (central contact point).

Website: neempharmacy.co.ke

Main Phone: +254 732 029 540 (general/head office)

Email: info@neempharmacy.co.ke

Branches(no longer operating as neem): Lake Oil Petrol Station, opposite Yaya Center. Ngong Road,Oilibya Petrol Station next to Uchumi Supermarket/Hyper. Aristocrat/Lavington: Aristocrat House, James Gichuru Road, opposite St. Austin Academy. Mombasa Road/Bellevue: Bellevue area along Mombasa Road.

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Nila Pharmacy

Nila Pharmaceuticals Limited) is a major Kenyan pharmaceutical company founded in 1999, serving as a trusted leader in retail dispensing, wholesale distribution, importation, and export of pharmaceuticals, surgical products, medical devices, and related healthcare items. With 20+ years of operation and over 500 employees, it connects global manufacturers to Kenya’s healthcare system through a nationwide network of branches (20+ locations), emphasizing certified, quality solutions and supply chain integrity.

Website: nilapharm.com

Head Office: Premier Industrial Park, Baba Dogo Road 2, Nairobi.

Phone: +254 721 427 832 (general/contact); branch-specific numbers vary

Email: nila@nilapharm.com or branch emails (e.g., daimameru@gmail.com for Meru).

Socials: Instagram; @nilapharmacy, Facebook; @nilapharm, LinkedIn; NILA PHARMACEUTICALS LTD.

Branches: Nairobi CBD, Meru, Thika (Nfelin Plaza); Juja City Mall; Rongai; Mombasa; Nakuru; and more.

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Orion Pharmacy Ltd

Orion Pharmacy Kenya is a trusted, family-oriented pharmacy chain established in 1993 (over 32 years of service), dedicated to providing high-quality medicines, supplements, personal care products, and healthcare solutions with a focus on respect, integrity, and patient needs. It offers both in-store shopping and a convenient online platform with free home delivery (citywide in Nairobi), emphasizing affordability and reliable service.

Website: orionpharmacy.co.ke (for online shopping, product browsing, branch locator, and orders)

Main Contact: +254 714 519 174

Head Office: Forest Plaza, Forest Road / Kolobot Road, Parklands/Ngara area, Nairobi)

Branches (5+ across Nairobi):

Forest Plaza, Forest Rd: +254 715 791 244 or +254 722 656 000

Oilibya Plaza, Muthaiga: +254 721 649 777

Landmark Plaza (opp. Nairobi Hospital), Argwings Kodhek Rd: +254 728 660 660

Others in areas like Parklands/Ngara

Socials: Instagram @orionpharmacyltd_kenya or @orion_pharmacy_ke Facebook: Orionpharmacy

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Othaya Chemist

Othaya Chemists Limited is a long-established retail pharmacy in Nyeri Town, Kenya, recognized as one of the older and well-known drugstores in the area (operating for over 10+ years in some descriptions). It’s a trusted community chemist providing prescription dispensing, over-the-counter medicines, and pharmaceutical products.:

Location: Kigo Building, Kimathi Way/Street (or Kimathi Road), Nyeri Town (near central Nyeri CBD; some older refs to Off Othaya/Nyeri Rd or Othaya Rd area.

Phone: +254 61 315 2385 , +254 613 152385

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Pharma Plus Pharmacy

Pharma Plus is one of Kenya’s fastest-growing pharmacy chains, with over 100 branches nationwide (recently hitting branch 101 in Ruaka Shopping Mall). Founded as a robust pharmaceutical provider, it specializes in retail dispensing of prescription and over-the-counter medicines, nutritional supplements, beauty/skincare products, wellness items, health essentials, and more positioning itself as a trusted destination for affordable, quality care with expert pharmacist advice.

They emphasize convenience through a strong online platform, nationwide delivery (often fast/same-day in key areas via partners like Glovo/Uber Eats), and physical stores in malls, petrol stations, and high-traffic spots.

Website: shop.pharmaplus.co.ke

Phone/WhatsApp: +254 793 560 460 (primary/orders); +254 113 314 018 (additional); branch-specific

Email: marketing@pharmaplus.co.ke

Branches: Gateway Mall (Mombasa Rd, near JKIA, Nairobi), Westview, Comett Mall (CBD), Spring Valley (Shell Petrol Station), Signature Mall (Mombasa Rd), Imaara Daima (off Mombasa Rd), Naivasha Safari Mall, Ruaka Shopping Mall (recent opening), Runda Mall (Kiambu Rd), Waiyaki Way, Kileleshwa, and expansions in Mombasa, Naivasha, etc.

Socials: Instagram @pharmaplus_kenya Facebook @PharmaplusKenya; TikTok @pharmapluskenya

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Pharmweb Chemist Ltd

Pharmweb Chemist Ltd is a Nairobi-based pharmaceutical company in Kenya, primarily operating as an importer, wholesaler, and distributor of pharmaceuticals, eye drops, injections, and other medical products. It sources from international suppliers and engages in significant import activity, serving the Kenyan market with a focus on wholesale supply rather than widespread retail branches.

Main Location/Head Office: Aqua Plaza, 2nd Floor, Suite 12-13, Muranga Road, Nairobi

Phone: +254 20 5472637286

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Ramogi Chemist Kisumu

Ramogi Chemist Ltd is a long-established retail pharmacy in Kisumu, Kenya. It’s a trusted community dispensing chemist offering prescription and over-the-counter medicines, pharmaceutical products, and basic healthcare supplies.

Location: Ang’awa Avenue/Street (or Ang’awa Ave), Kisumu CBD (central area, next to Equity Bank

Phone: +254 57 202 5947, 057 2026134 or +254-572025947.

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Salama Chemist

Salama Pharmaceuticals is a well-established pharmaceutical company in Kenya, founded in 1989 and recognized as one of the country’s respected players in retail and wholesale distribution of affordable, quality medicines. It operates multiple outlets (reportedly 6+ in Nairobi for retail/wholesale), focusing on pharmaceuticals, medical supplies, herbal extracts, and related products, serving customers across Kenya and the East Africa region with a strong emphasis on professionalism and trust.

Website: salamapharmaceuticals.com

Branches/Outlets: Accra Road, Ronald Ngala Street (Ground Floor, Kawangware Road (46 Kawangware Rd). Church House, Near Afya Cenre.

Phone: +254 732 702 220 (main/head office); alternative lines like +254 714 692 851, +254 751 123 594

Email: sales@salamapharmaceuticals.com

Socials: Facebook: Salama Pharmaceuticals Ltd. Kenya

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Shifa Chemist

Shifa Chem Limited is a well-established pharmaceutical company in Mombasa, Kenya, founded in 1978 with the opening of its wholesale and retail chemist. It has built a reputation as an innovative distributor and retailer of over 6,000 items, including pharmaceuticals (prescription/OTC medicines), surgical supplies, hospital equipment, wheelchairs (e.g., Relate brand), nutritional supplements, and more—serving pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and individuals across Kenya.

Location: Jomo Kenyatta Avenue (heart of Mombasa, e.g., Zein House), Mombasa

Phone: +254 733 690 031, +254 733 690 032.

Email: shifa@shifachem.com / murtaza@shifachem.com

Website: shifachem.com

Socials: Facebook; @ShifaChemLTD, Instagram; @shifa_chem

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Suncity Chemist

Suncity Chemists Ltd is a registered retail pharmacy in Nairobi, Kenya, specializing in dispensing prescription and over-the-counter medicines, pharmaceutical products, and related healthcare items. It’s a trusted local option in the Parklands/Highridge area, often listed as a distributor/partner for medical suppliers (e.g., for thermometers or similar products.

Location: Parklands Mediplaza, Ground Floor, 3rd Parklands Avenue, Nairobi (opposite Aga Khan University Hospital casualty entrance; near Doctors Park.

Phone: +254 722 527 580, +254 20 374 9392

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Supreme Pharmacy Nakuru

Supreme Chemist is a well-established and growing pharmacy chain based in Nakuru, Kenya, founded as a small chemist in Nakuru town (with origins tied to a family effort in the early 2000s or before, expanding significantly since). It operates as a trusted retail and wholesale provider of prescription and over-the-counter medicines, health products, supplements, and more, with multiple branches in Nakuru (e.g., main, Crater, Royal) and a focus on personalized care, health education, countrywide delivery (same-day in Nakuru), online ordering, prescription verification, and accessibility for customers from Nakuru, Narok, Baringo, Kericho, and beyond.

Location: Ground Floor, Pioneer Plaza, Mburu Gichua Road (near Jamia Mosque, Pandit Nehru Rd/Biashara area), Nakuru Town

Phone/WhatsApp: +254 706 124 102 / +254 706 124 103 / +254 706 124 101 (main/customer service); +254 713 993 950 (pharmacist inquiries/WhatsApp); +254 785 708 144 (additional/LinkedIn ref); +254 742 481 717

Email: supremepharmacy@gmail.com or supremepharmacy@ymail.com

Website: supremepharmadistributors.com

Socials: Facebook; Pharmacy-Ltd, Instagram; @Supreme, X; @SUPREME_PHARMA

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Thika Chemist

Thika Chemists (K) Ltd is a long-established retail pharmacy in Thika, Kenya, operating as a community-focused dispensing chemist providing prescription and over-the-counter medicines, pharmaceutical products, and basic healthcare supplies. It’s a trusted local player in Thika town, with some delivery options via partners like Uber Eats.

Location: Bharat Singh Building (or Bhagat Singh Bldg), Uhuru Street, Thika Town

Phone: +254 67 22048 , +254 717 209

Est. Monthly Searches: 2K

Transchem Pharmacy

Transchem Pharmaceuticals Ltd or Transchem Chemist in retail contexts is one of Kenya’s leading pharmaceutical enterprises, established in 1995. It specializes in both wholesale distribution and retail services, offering a wide range of quality healthcare products including prescription medicines, over-the-counter (OTC) drugs, surgical items, injectables, infusions, hospital equipment, and generics at affordable prices.

The company emphasizes trusted, genuine commodities sourced from reputable suppliers, serving pharmacies, hospitals, clinics, and individual customers across Nairobi and beyond (with some expansion to towns like Nyahururu).

Website: transchempharma.co.ke

Head Office: Temple Road, Uchumi Super Stalls Building (or Uchumi Super Power House), opposite Mumbi House, Nairobi Central (P.O. Box 8545-00300, Nairobi)

Phone/WhatsApp: +254 709 668 600 (general/head office); branch-specific: Mumbi Hse +254 707 484 122, Uchumi Hse +254 722 385 001, OTC Nairobi +254 746 301 061, Moi Avenue +254 758 099 604, Moktar Daddah +254 757 699 640, Nyahururu +254 110 295 601

Email: info@transchempharma.co.ke

Branches (Nairobi-focused): Mumbi House (Ground Floor, Temple Road), Uchumi Hse (opposite Mumbi House), OTC Nairobi (Temple Road), Moi Avenue (Savings House), Moktar Daddah (Jubilee House), Nyahururu (Ndunyu Rd)—call/WhatsApp for orders/delivery inquiries.

Socials: Facebook Transchempharmaceuticals

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Winam Chemist Kisumu

Winam Chemists Ltd or Winam Chemists (K) Ltd is a long-established retail pharmacy in Kisumu, Kenya. It’s a trusted community dispensing chemist providing prescription and over-the-counter medicines, pharmaceutical products, and basic healthcare supplies.

The name draws from the Gulf of Winam (the bay of Lake Victoria next to Kisumu), and it’s been a longstanding fixture in the city’s CBD.

Location: Ang’awa Avenue (or Angawa Street/Avenue), next to the Fire Station (or near Kisumu Fire Station), Kisumu CBD (central area; some listings reference Nakumatt Mega Plaza on Angawa Avenue or Oginga Odinga Rd junction.

Phone: +254 57 2023167 or +254 57 2223167

Est. Monthly Searches: <1K

Inter-cadre wars are outdated. Kenya Medical Practitioners, Pharmacists and Dentists Union represents doctors. Other health cadres have their own unions. But most healthcare practitioners still get this wrong.

Despite years of discussion, inter-cadre friction keeps simmering in our health sector—seen in the BScN–diploma nurse divide, the familiar tension between pharmacists and pharmaceutical technologists, and the longstanding rivalry between Clinical Officers (COs) and Medical Officers (MOs/doctors).

Today, I’m addressing the differences between pharmacists and pharmaceutical technologists. First, let me set out a few things I firmly believe:

• Everyone needs the highest form of education possible to deliver exceptional healthcare services.
• A pharmaceutical technologist with solid experience can sometimes outperform a qualified pharmacist in day-to-day practice.
• Pharmacists and pharmaceutical technologists can provide the best patient care without clashing—if both stick to their scope of practice.

It sounds counterintuitive, but this isn’t new.

In school, pharmacists are taught they’ll manage pharmaceutical technologists. In reality, pharm techs often manage themselves with no need for direct pharmacist oversight, and they dominate the community pharmacy market in Kenya.

Pharmacists expect high earnings to match their longer education and investment. But that’s not always the reality, even though the pharmaceutical “cake” is big. Here’s why tensions persist:

• Pharm techs feel they’re better in practice and demand equal treatment.
• Pharmacists sometimes get job offers paying the same as pharm techs, especially in community and private hospital pharmacies.
• The Pharmacy and Poisons Board allows pharmaceutical technologists to operate independently in many settings, even though the old view was that they should work under pharmacists.
• Some pharmacists struggle to run successful businesses, blaming pharm techs for focusing purely on sales instead of patient-centered care.

This creates an open playground for both sides to prove who’s “better” whenever opportunities or crises arise.

If we truly want to advance the profession, these fights are pointless. Both groups need to work as a team—and in most practice areas, that’s exactly what happens despite the noise.

The real root of cadre wars often lies with leadership in bodies like Kenya Pharmaceutical Association and Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya. They amplify imaginary problems to stay relevant, showing their members they’re “fighting” to protect them. They latch onto stereotypes that exist everywhere—not just in pharmacy.

In a tough job market, it’s easy to convince people their “brother” is the reason for their struggles: suppress him to rise higher.

Issues like the KDA bill and supervision rules at level 4 facilities have fueled court cases and heated debates (I’ll dive deeper into those in a future post).

What’s ignored is simple: as human beings, we need each other. We can’t all be at the same level—and that’s okay. That’s life.

If every pharm tech upgraded to a bachelor’s in pharmacy, the goalposts would just shift. Some would pursue PharmD or MPharm, then look down on bachelor’s holders, and the cycle continues.

There’s a reason you’re a pharmaceutical technologist and not a pharmacist. That doesn’t make you less human or less valuable.

Pharm techs fill a massive gap that pharmacists—still too few in Kenya—can’t cover alone. With pharmacist shortages, pharm techs often step up to handle pharmacist-level work.

Pharmacists handle unique roles like clearing permits, drug importation, regulation, and governance. In everyday practice—patient care, the heart of why most enter pharmacy—it’s more open. Debates rage over what pharm techs “can” or “can’t” do, but some restrictions feel pointless.

Look at the US for contrast: roles are strictly defined, often followed rigidly. Techs mostly work in the back—counting pills, prepping—while pharmacists verify everything (rules vary by state).

One famous case still sticks with me: a pharmacy technician used rubbing alcohol instead of water to reconstitute a suspension. It’s not about wondering how they couldn’t tell the difference—it’s the overgeneralization that banned all techs from reconstitution because of one error.

Here in Kenya, patients often reconstitute at home themselves—it’s straightforward. Using that incident as an excuse to restrict doesn’t hold up.

Prescription errors happen to everyone, regardless of experience or cadre. Blaming one group isn’t the fix. Awareness, training, and systems to catch/mitigate errors are what reduce risks—not blanket bans.

That said, quality varies everywhere. A pharm tech in Nairobi CBD or upscale areas often performs differently from one in rural spots or small estates. The same applies to pharmacists—some excel, others are average.

Humans are social animals. We crave dominance, recognition, and credit for our efforts. That’s what both pharmacists and pharmaceutical technologists want.

But here’s the bottom line: the profession thrives when we stop the turf wars and embrace complementarity. Pharm techs keep community access alive where pharmacists are scarce. Pharmacists bring advanced clinical insight, regulation, and oversight. Together, they cover more ground, serve more patients, and build a stronger system.

Instead of fighting over who “owns” the space, let’s own the outcomes—better access, safer dispensing, fewer errors, happier professionals. The real enemy isn’t each other; it’s shortages, quacks, weak enforcement, and a system that still leaves gaps.

Drop the outdated rivalries. Respect the scopes, value the experience, and collaborate. That’s how we actually move pharmacy forward in Kenya.

Let me know your thoughts?

Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) Programs in Kenya

The Bachelor of Pharmacy (BPharm) is a 5-year full-time program regulated and accredited by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board (PPB).

Only the following institutions are officially approved:

1. University of Nairobi (UoN)

Admission Requirements:

• KCSE mean grade B- (or equivalent)
• No cluster subject (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics/Physics, English/Kiswahili) below C+
• Alternatives:
  • A-Level (principal passes in Biology & Chemistry)
  • Relevant diplomas/degrees in biological/health sciences (credit passes and KCSE C)
  • English proficiency for non-English speakers

Estimated Annual Tuition:

• ~KSh 450,000 (local & international)
• Additional fees (e.g., medical ~KSh 6,500/year)

2. Kenyatta University (KU)

Admission Requirements:

• KCSE mean grade C+ overall
• B- average in cluster subjects (Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics/Physics, English/Kiswahili)
• A-Level principal passes in Biology & Chemistry
• Relevant diplomas/degrees in life sciences accepted

Estimated Annual Tuition:

• ~KSh 428,400 (full-time)
• Non-East Africans ~KSh 535,500

3. Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology (JKUAT)

Admission Requirements:

• KCSE B- with B- average in cluster subjects
  OR
• KCSE C with credit pass in Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology from a PPB-recognized institution

Estimated Annual Tuition:

• ~KSh 451,981

4. Maseno University

Admission Requirements:

• KCSE mean grade B-
• B- in Biology/Biological Sciences, Chemistry/Physical Sciences, Mathematics/Physics, and English/Kiswahili (same sitting)

Estimated Annual Tuition:

• ~KSh 300,000–450,000 (varies)

5. Kisii University

Admission Requirements:

• KCSE B-
• C+ in Biology, Chemistry, Physics/Mathematics, and English/Kiswahili
• Equivalent A-Level qualifications accepted
• Diploma holders in health/biological sciences (credit passes) eligible

Estimated Annual Tuition:

• ~KSh 300,000–450,000

6. United States International University–Africa (USIU-A)

Admission Requirements:

• KCSE B- with no cluster subject below C+
• A-Level: Two principal passes in Biology & Chemistry, subsidiary in Physics/Mathematics

Estimated Annual Tuition:

• ~KSh 700,000–900,000+
• Per semester ~KSh 336,000–362,000 (plus fees)
• Non-East Africans pay 30% more

7. Kenya Methodist University (KeMU)

Admission Requirements:

• KCSE B- with at least C+ in relevant sciences
• A-Level: Two principal passes in Biology & Chemistry, subsidiary in Math/Physics
• Diploma holders in Pharmacy/related health sciences (credit pass) eligible

Estimated Annual Tuition:

• ~KSh 400,000–600,000

8. Mount Kenya University (MKU)

Admission Requirements:

• KCSE B- with C+ in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics/Physics, and English/Kiswahili
• Diploma holders in Pharmacy from PPB-recognized institutions eligible for upgrading

Estimated Annual Tuition:

• ~KSh 375,000
• Approx. KSh 125,000 per trimester (15 trimesters)

9. Kabarak University

Admission Requirements:

• KCSE B- with C+ in Biology, Chemistry, Mathematics/Physics, and English/Kiswahili
• Diploma holders in Pharmaceutical Technology with KCSE C+ eligible (upgrading option available)

Estimated Annual Tuition:

• ~KSh 400,000–500,000
• Per semester ~KSh 117,500–235,000 (varies by structure)

Important Notes

• All programs are full-time only (PPB does not recognize part-time or distance BPharm).
• Government reforms (effective 2025/2026) have reduced fees for government-sponsored students in public universities (potentially ~KSh 75,000/semester or lower for high-need cases).
• Self-sponsored rates remain higher.
• Verify current cluster points and cut-offs via KUCCPS or the respective university.

Diploma in Pharmaceutical Technology Programs in Kenya

This is a 3-year program regulated by the PPB.

Estimated Fees:

• Generally KSh 50,000–150,000 per year (varies by institution).

Key Public Institutions

• Kenya Medical Training College (KMTC) — Multiple campuses (Nairobi, Nakuru, Kisumu, Nyeri, Mombasa, etc.)
• Nairobi Technical Training Institute
• Technical University of Kenya
• Technical University of Mombasa
• The Eldoret National Polytechnic
• The Kabete National Polytechnic
• The Kisumu National Polytechnic
• The Nyeri National Polytechnic
• Kisii National Polytechnic

Private and Other Accredited Institutions

• Mount Kenya University (MKU)
• East Africa Institute of Certified Studies (ICS College)
• Thika School of Medical and Health Sciences (TSMHS)
• Kisiwa Technical Training Institute
• Kisumu Medical and Education Trust (KMET)

Faith-Based / Mission-Based Institutions

• AIC Kijabe College of Health Sciences
• St. John’s School of Nursing and Allied Health Sciences (Nairobi)
• Uzima University College (Kisumu)