ACTION FOR APPROPRIATE DRUG USE (AFADU)
A healthy society with equitable access to safe quality-assured medicines that are used rationally, responsibly, and effectively to achieve optimal health and well-being.
Improving healthcare systems through responsible medicine practices and community empowerment
Who We Are
Action for Appropriate Drug Use (AFADU) is a nationally recognized Kenyan non-governmental organization established in 2008 by a multidisciplinary team of distinguished medical doctors, pharmacists, public health specialists, epidemiologists, and health systems experts committed to advancing the rational and safe use of medicines.
For more than eighteen years, AFADU has remained at the forefront of pharmaceutical systems strengthening and Rational Use of Medicines (RUM) in Kenya. The organization has consistently championed evidence-based interventions aimed at improving medicine access, promoting patient safety, strengthening antimicrobial stewardship, influencing policy reforms, enhancing pharmaceutical governance, and empowering communities with accurate health information.
AFADU was founded in response to growing systemic public health challenges that were increasingly undermining healthcare quality, patient safety, and health system sustainability in Kenya.
Learn More About UsA 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.