One of Mozambique’s top-ranked importers and distributors of pharmaceuticals and medical equipment — serving the nation’s public sector, hospitals, clinics and NGOs since 1998 with offices in Maputo, Beira and Nampula.
Afri Farmacia Lda (AFL) launched its operations in Maputo, the capital of Mozambique, in 1998 and today is rated as one of the topmost market leaders in pharmaceutical and medical equipment importation and distribution in the country.
Established as the flagship entity of what would become Artemis Life Sciences, AFL has flourished as a premier organisation providing quality healthcare solutions across Mozambique. With headquarters in Maputo and strategic regional offices in Beira and Nampula — the country’s two other principal commercial centres — AFL has built an unparalleled national distribution network.
“Afri Farmacia’s customer base includes major Defence Establishments, Government Hospitals & Research Institutes, Super-Specialty Hospitals, Medical Centres, Nursing Homes and local Dispensaries spread across the country.”
AFL is one of the leading suppliers to the public sector in Mozambique, currently dealing with the importation and distribution of pharmaceutical formulations, HIV/AIDS medicines, vaccines, test kits, reagents and medical equipment. AFL also deals with surgical disposables, hospital & laboratory equipment, distributing to healthcare facilities all over Mozambique from highly reputable companies worldwide.
With sophisticated technology, highly committed manpower and cordial relationships with industry leaders, Afri Farmacia is fully geared to meet the rapidly changing and intensely growing challenges in today’s business environment — continuously upgrading product lines to assist the healthcare fraternity facing the evolving challenges of this industry.
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MBA in Marketing & Management
Afri Farmacia Lda is headed by Mr. Nandakumar Nair, Group Head for Pharma & Equipment at Artemis Life Sciences. Holding an MBA in Marketing & Management, Mr. Nair is a dynamic personality who also serves as Group CEO of Artemis Life Sciences, overseeing all Group Operations across Africa.
With 17 years of deep professional experience in Mozambique and an additional 5 years in the marketing of pharmaceutical products in India and internationally, Mr. Nair brings a rare combination of global pharmaceutical expertise and intimate on-the-ground knowledge of the Mozambican healthcare market.
It was under his leadership that AFL extended its operations from Maputo to Beira and Nampula — the two most strategically important locations in the country — recognising the immense healthcare needs across all regions of Mozambique and ensuring AFL could serve clients nationwide.
Afri Farmacia Lda offers a comprehensive range of healthcare products and solutions sourced from the world’s most reputable manufacturers.
A broad portfolio of ethical pharmaceuticals from WHO-GMP certified manufacturers — covering anti-infectives, analgesics, cardiovasculars, vitamins, anti-diabetics, anti-depressants and more essential therapeutic categories.
WHO-prequalified antiretroviral therapies sourced from Hetero Labs, Macleods Pharma and Dr. Reddy's Laboratories — supporting Mozambique's national HIV/AIDS treatment and prevention programmes.
Vaccines from WHO-prequalified companies, including the Serum Institute of India — ensuring immunisation programmes have access to quality, affordable biologicals for child and adult health.
High-quality rapid diagnostic test kits and reagents for HIV, Malaria, TB and other communicable diseases — supplied by Hangzhou BIOTEST Biotech and other leading manufacturers.
Comprehensive range including Foley Catheters, IV Cannulas, Surgical & Examination Gloves, Sterilization Rolls, AD Syringes, Spinal Needles, Gauze Bandages and Sutures.
CE-certified equipment covering Critical Care & Surgery, Imaging, Mother & Child Care, Laboratory, Hospital Furniture and Dialysis — sourced from KLS Martin, Carl Zeiss, Nihon Kohden and Nipro Medical.
WHO pre-qualified TB medicines from Macleods Pharmaceuticals and ARKRAY Healthcare — supporting national TB control programmes.
IV-Fluids from WHO pre-qualified companies — Fresenius Kabi India and Aculife Healthcare — ensuring critical care wards have reliable access to essential infusion products.
Comprehensive range of anti-malarial therapies from Guilin Pharmaceuticals and Macleods Pharma — addressing Mozambique's most prevalent infectious disease burden.
Oncology medicines from Hetero Labs and Parenteral Drugs India Limited — delivering affordable anti-cancer therapies to patients across Mozambique's healthcare system.
We partner exclusively with manufacturers holding WHO-GMP, CE and ISO certifications — conducting in-process quality checks at every level of the supply chain.
From government ministries to international NGOs, Afri Farmacia serves Mozambique’s most important healthcare institutions and organisations.
With strategic offices in Maputo, Beira and Nampula, Afri Farmacia ensures nationwide reach across Mozambique’s key commercial and healthcare hubs.
Capital City · National Headquarters
Central Mozambique · Port City
Northern Mozambique · Commercial Hub