Rational Use of Medicines for a Healthier Kenya
Improving healthcare systems through responsible medicine practices and community empowerment
Rational Use of Medicines for a Healthier Kenya
Strengthening health systems and promoting access to quality medicines
Rational Use of Medicines for a Healthier Kenya
Building capacity for sustainable healthcare delivery across Kenya
Rational Use of Medicines for a Healthier Kenya
Combating antimicrobial resistance through education and stewardship
Rational Use of Medicines for a Healthier Kenya
Empowering communities with knowledge for better health outcomes
Rational Use of Medicines for a Healthier Kenya
Partnerships for sustainable healthcare solutions in Kenya
Who We Are
Action for Appropriate Drug Use (AFADU) is a Kenyan non-profit, non-political, and non-racial organization established in 2008 by a team of distinguished medical doctors, pharmacists, public health specialists, and health systems experts.
For over 18 years, AFADU has been at the forefront of Rational Use of Medicines (RUM) in Kenya—leading interventions, shaping policy, strengthening systems, and empowering communities with vital knowledge for safe, effective, and affordable medicine use.
AFADU was established as a strategic response to systemic public health challenges including inappropriate medicine use, antimicrobial resistance, and structural weaknesses within health systems.
Learn More About Us
A healthy society characterized by the rational, safe, and equitable use of medicines.
Our Programmatic Interventions
Seven strategic focus areas driving our mission to promote rational medicine use and strengthen health systems across Kenya
Access to Essential & Life-Saving Medicines
Ensuring consistent access to safe, effective, affordable, and quality medicines through strengthened supply chains, stock management, and last-mile delivery systems.
Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR) Stewardship
Delivering high-impact system-oriented interventions to contain AMR through clinical stewardship, surveillance, community education, and policy support.
Health Workers Education & Capacity Building
Building practical, system-integrated capacity development programs combining skills transfer, mentorship, and continuous learning for healthcare providers.
Public Health Education & Community Engagement
Promoting health literacy through mass campaigns, AMR education, school programs, media advocacy, and behavior change communication.
Evidence Generation & Policy Support
Generating and applying health systems evidence through medicine utilization surveys, operational research, and technical policy support.
Integrated Primary & Community Health Programs
Complementing national health strategies through CHV training, outreach programs, NCD screening, and MNCAH education.
Interventions against Alcohol & Substance Abuse
Implementing comprehensive strategies to reduce demand, availability, and harmful consequences of substance abuse through education and treatment support.
Our Impact
Transforming healthcare through measurable results and sustainable change
Our Partners
Collaborating with leading organizations to advance healthcare in Kenya
Latest Insights
Stay updated with our latest news, research, and program updates
New AMR Guidelines Released
Kenya launches comprehensive guidelines for antimicrobial stewardship in healthcare facilities.
Health Worker Training Success
Over 500 healthcare workers complete our rational medicine use training program.
Community Outreach Impact
Our community health initiative reaches 10,000+ households with medicine education.
Partner With Us for a Healthier Kenya
Whether you're a donor, government agency, or community organization, together we can make a lasting impact on healthcare in Kenya.