Association Africaine des Centrales D'achats de Medicaments Essentiels (ACAME)
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
Association Africaine des Centrales D'achats de Medicaments Essentiels (ACAME)
The African Association of Central Medical Stores for Essential Medicines (ACAME) is a leading pan-African organization established in 1996, uniting 22 national procurement agencies across Africa. ACAME's mission focuses on strengthening pharmaceutical systems through harmonized policies, capacity building, and resource pooling. It plays a pivotal role in promoting access to quality essential medicines at affordable prices while fostering local pharmaceutical production. Through its network, ACAME facilitates knowledge sharing, advocates for pharmaceutical autonomy, and coordinates efforts to improve medicine supply chains across member countries. The organization serves as a key platform for South-South cooperation in Africa's healthcare sector.