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CMST stocks medicines approved by Malawi's Pharmacy, Medicines Regulatory Authority (PMRA).

The Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is a Malawian-based and operated not-for-profit organization that provides medicine and health commodity procurement, warehousing and distribution services to the Ministry of Health and other healthcare partners.

11/11/2025

CMST HOSTS MINISTER OF HEALTH AND SANITATION

Today, the Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is delighted to have hosted the Honourable Minister of Health and Sanitation, Madam Madalitso Baloyi, MP.

The Honourable Minister appreciated strategic and operational issues, including successes, challenges and opportunities in CMST’s day-to-day .

Among the highlights, the Minister was delighted at CMST’s improving stockholding, plans to construct a new 26,000-pallet space warehouse to do away with costly rented premises, arrangements to integrate parallel pharmaceutical supply chains into the CMST one and the continued reduction of expiries to below one percent, which is way below the internationally accepted occurrence of 2 percent.

She also took note of CMST’s challenges including the debt burden with suppliers and public health facilities’ delays in settling CMST invoices.

Secretary for Health, Dr Dan Namarika, emphasised the Ministry’s support to CMST, saying the organisation must therefore showcase efficiency and become the call-point for quality, adequate and affordable pharmaceuticals for the public health system and beyond.

CMST Chief Executive Officer, Dr Chikaiko Chadzunda, said the visit and its ensuing discussion underscored the Minister’s quest for efficiency and vision to see a CMST that patient-centred and forward looking.

07/11/2025

CMST CALLS FOR DATA-DRIVEN APPROACH AGAINST NCDs

In a panel discussion at the ongoing two-day Pharmacy Annual General Meeting in Mangochi, Director of Pharmaceutical Operations Central Medical Stores Trust, Mr. Geoffrey Ngwira has called on the pharmacy fraternity to embrace technology as a tool for information gathering and decision-making.

He stressed that information-backed pharmaceutical supply chain decisions are key to the attainment of equitable access to quality medicines for managing NCDs.

Ngwira said good strides can only be made where supply chain decisions are informed by well-gathered and analysed data in monitoring availability, procurement, distribution and re-distribution of resources for managing NCDs.

07/11/2025

BRIDGING GAPS IN NCD CARE: CMST JOINS PHARMACY PROFESSIONALS IN MANGOCHI

The Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is proud to participate once again in the Pharmacy Annual General Conference taking place in Mangochi, held under the theme “Bridging the Gaps in Non-Communicable Diseases: Access, Equity and Innovation.”

As a key stakeholder in ensuring the availability of quality, affordable, safe and effective medicines and medical supplies, CMST joins the two-day event to both learn from and contribute to ongoing discussions shaping the future of pharmaceutical services in Malawi.

Speaking on the sidelines of the conference, CMST Quality Assurance Manager Mr. David Kulemela emphasised the relevance of this year’s theme, noting that Malawi continues to record rising morbidity and mortality due to non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

CMST is represented by a team of 20 pharmacy professionals, led by the Director of Pharmaceutical Operations, Mr. Geoffrey Ngwira.

07/11/2025

BRIDGING GAPS IN NCD CARE: CMST JOINS NATIONAL ANNUAL PHARMACY NARRATIVE

The Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is proud to participate once again in the Pharmacy Annual General Conference taking place in Mangochi, held under the theme “Bridging the Gaps in Non-Communicable Diseases: Access, Equity and Innovation.”

As a key stakeholder in ensuring the availability of quality, affordable, safe and effective medicines and medical supplies, CMST joins the two-day event to both learn from and contribute to ongoing discussions shaping the future of pharmaceutical services in Malawi.

Speaking during the conference, CMST Quality Assurance Manager Mr. David Kulemela emphasized the relevance of this year’s theme, noting that Malawi continues to record rising morbidity and mortality due to non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

CMST is represented by a team of 20 pharmacy professionals, led by the Director of Pharmaceutical Operations, Mr. Geoffrey Ngwira.

The Trust remains committed to supporting innovations that improve access and equity in the delivery of healthcare products across the country.

05/11/2025

CROSS-BRANCH LEARNING IN ACTION!

This week, staff from our Regional Medical Stores (RMS) North embarked on an insightful cross-learning visit to RMS South and RMS Centre, fostering collaboration and cross-learning across our operations. The exchange focused on successes, challenges, and opportunities in critical areas that include stocking, distribution, and customer service.

With each branch sharing valuable practices and lessons that strengthen our collective impact, these inter-branch visits are more than just knowledge-sharing; they're about building a unified, responsive supply chain that better serves our communities.
Swipe through to see our host and visiting teams connecting, sharing, and growing together!

04/11/2025

This week, we join the Pharmacy and Medicines Regulatory Authority (PMRA) in Malawi and over 100 other national agencies worldwide in marking 2025! Let’s work together to make medicines safer for everyone.

28/10/2025

CMST, EPILEPSY FOUNDATION, PLOT BREAKTHROUGH

The Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) today engaged the Epilepsy Warriors Foundation (EWF), an advocacy, awareness and capacity building entity for the upliftment of people living with epilepsy.

EWF expressed willingness to contribute to efforts to avoid unavailability of medicines used in managing epilepsy.

EWF says it appreciates various challenges in the country's pharmaceutical supply chain, including inadequate funds and unavailability of forex.

CMST has assured EWF on efforts to address the challenges. Further, EWF has presented a proposal for further collaboration around capacity building and advocacy.

22/10/2025

CMST HOSTS SECRETARY FOR HEALTH

On Wednesday, our Chief Executive Officer, Dr Chikaiko Chadzunda, was honoured to host the new Secretary for Health, Dr Dan Namarika, on a visit to appreciate operations. A candid discussion cut across the availability of medicines and medical supplies and its various factors.

Dr Namarika’s appreciation of our operations and his outline of expectations spike our commitment to strengthening the public health supply chain and inspires us to keep delivering excellence.

Dr Namarika was accompanied by the Director of Curative and Medical Rehabilitative Services Dr Jonathan Ngoma and the Chief Pharmacist in the Ministry of Health, Mr Charles Chimenya.

22/10/2025

The Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is reviewing its quantification forecast for the operational period April 2025 – March 2026. This is an important activity, not only for the Trust, but for the entire nation, as it provides an opportunity to adjust the public health facilities’ pharmaceutical requirements.

Through this activity, CMST will refine its forecast and ensure prioritisation of resources. To improve decision-making, particularly on stock availability, data will be thoroughly analysed and adjusted, and assumptions reviewed accordingly.

By comparing expected needs with actual consumption, leading to more accurate planning and resource allocation, quantification helps avoid stockouts or overstocking.

10/10/2025

‘PRIORITISE ACCESS TO INFORMATION IMPLEMENTATION AND REPORTING’

The Director of Government Communications in the Ministry of Information and Digitalisation, Mr Moses Michael Phiri has challenged public institutions to value the implementation of Access to Information (ATI) protocols and provisions.

Phiri was on Friday officially opening this year’s International Day of Universal Access to Information (IDUAI) commemoration at Katoto Grounds in Mzuzu, organised by the Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC) under the theme ‘Empowering Communities Through Digital Literacy: Access to Information for All.’

He said due planning for implementation of ATI activities and reporting of progress to his Ministry is essential, hence a requirement that must never be ignored.

Commissioner for Malawi Human Rights Commission (MHRC), Madam Teresa Ndanga said Access to Information (ATI) empowers the public to participate in development by, among the ways, taking duty bearers to task on social and public provisions.

Information Officer for the Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) Mr David Kulemela said his organisation prioritises access to vital health information, including the procurement, warehousing and distribution of medicines and medical supplies to public health facilities.

He said CMST has since been recognised three times in the past two years by both the Public Relations Society of Malawi (PRSM) and MHRC for exemplary planning, implementation and reporting of ATI protocols.

08/10/2025

📢CMST JOINS ACCESS TO INFORMATION CELEBRATIONS

Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST) is proud to be part of Malawi’s commemoration of International Universal Access to Information Day — and this year’s theme says it all:

💡 THEME: EMPOWERING COMMUNITIES THROUGH DIGITAL LITERACY

📍 Venue: Katoto Ground, Mzuzu
📅 Date: 10 October 2025

From medicine to data, CMST is committed to making health information accessible, transparent, and digitally inclusive. Join us as we showcase how digital tools are transforming healthcare delivery and empowering communities across Malawi. 💊📲

🎪 Expect an interactive exhibition and powerful conversations on how access to information saves lives. Like our page, visit our stand, and you may walk home with a beautiful CMST-branded Chitenje!

🙌 Come curious. Leave empowered. CMST — Trusted Partner in Healthcare

01/10/2025

APPOINTMENT OF NEW DIRECTOR OF FINANCE AND ADMINISTRATION

On behalf of the Board of Trustees, I wish to inform all stakeholders, partners, and staff of a leadership transition in the Finance and Administration Directorate of the Central Medical Stores Trust (CMST).

Mr. Washington Kaimvi has concluded his service as Director of Finance and Administration, having served with distinction from 1 January 2015 to 30 September 2025. The Board sincerely appreciates his dedicated service, professionalism, and invaluable contribution to the growth and stability of the organisation over the past decade. We wish Mr. Kaimvi all the best in his subsequent endeavours.

The Board is pleased to announce the appointment of Mr. Vincent Chilinda as the new Director of Finance and Administration, with effect from 1 October 2025. Mr. Chilinda has been part of CMST since 1 October 2016, serving as Finance Manager, and brings with him a strong record of commitment, expertise, and institutional knowledge. The Board is confident that he will continue to strengthen the organisation’s financial and administrative stewardship.

We warmly welcome Mr. Chilinda to this new role and extend our best wishes for success in leading the Directorate.

Stailess Staga Kaitane
FOR CHAIRPERSON, BOARD OF TRUSTEES
CENTRAL MEDICAL STORES TRUST

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Mzimba Street, Opposite Kamuzu University Of Health Sciences, Private Bag 55

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Monday	07:30 - 16:30
Tuesday	07:30 - 16:30
Wednesday	07:30 - 16:30
Thursday	07:30 - 16:30
Friday	07:30 - 16:30

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+2651753910

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http://WWW.CMST/

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