Clustering EPSA branches is a new initiative intended to coordinate, collaborate and accelerate the existing supply chain through a strong team spirit. Since its inception, the cluster system has accomplished several activities. Western Cluster is one of the six clusters consisting of three branches: Jimma, Nekemet and Gambella. Jimma, Nekemet and Gambella hubs have served as key governmental structures for the implementation of IPLS and distribution of essential health commodities (RDF and Program) for public and private health facilities found in 17 zones, 2 Special woredas and 1 town administration serving around 8,591,795 people living in the catchment area. They also provide supervisory, material support and capacity building to health facilities for strengthening and enforcing the implementation of IPLS and pharmacy service.
Ethiopian Pharmaceuticals Supply Agency, EPSA, is legal entity established under the law of Federal Democratic Republic of Ethiopia Government to overcome the problems and assure uninterrupted supply of pharmaceuticals to the public at an affordable price. The Pharmaceuticals Fund and Supply Agency was established in September 2007 by Proclamation No. 553/2007 as part of Pharmaceutical Logistic Master Plan implementation with the following objectives:
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To be the most responsive and efficient pharmaceutical supply chain organization in Africa
“Ensure sustainable supply of quality assured pharmaceuticals to health facilities at affordable price through establishing committed demand, pooled procurement, robust inventory management and distribution, efficient financial management, integrated management information system, and attracting and retaining motivated and competent workforce.”