CONSTRUCTION of the state of the Art Natpharm warehouse is set to commence soon amidst indications that the project will take not less than 18 months to complete.
By Michael Gwarisa
Officiating at the ground breaking ceremony, health and child care minister Dr David Parirenyatwa said the new Warehouse would see an increase in the carrying capacity of the facility to 22 000 pallets from the present 2 400 at the old warehouse.
“The new warehouse, I am told, will hold a capacity of around 22 000 pallets from the current warehouse capacity which only holds 2 400 pallets. This huge increase of storage capacity will ensure that medicines are available in Zimbabwe at all times.
“Construction of such a facility will take approximately 18 months and is set to start soon. As you can see preparatory work has already begun. The new complex will be equipped with state of the art equipment, IT systems and sound security systems. With such an investment, we are guaranteed of an efficient management of stocks by NatPharm,” said Dr Parirenyatwa.
He added that the new Harare warehouse will help NatPharm optimize its logistical structures and processes. Customers will benefit from higher product availability, shorter delivery times and more efficient processes.
“This main Harare Pharmaceutical facility will be part of a network of warehouses that Global Fund is supporting.
“The construction of this facility demonstrates the Zimbabwean government and Global Fund’s commitment to improving the well-being of all citizens. The investment here will help ensure that Zimbabwe as a country has the pharmaceutical warehouse infrastructure that meets international standards to efficiently store medicines and other pharmaceutical products which will provide good health care and save lives,” said minister Parirenyatwa.
