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ISO 9001:2015 Certified · PPB Kenya Licensed · UN Global Market Supplier
Africa's Trusted Medical Supplier

Sustainable Healthcare,
from Kenya, With Care.

We provide quality pharmaceutical, surgical and medical products to hospitals, NGOs, pharmacies and government institutions across East and Central Africa.

PPB Kenya Licensed
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
UN Global Market Supplier
Serving 10+ Countries Across Africa
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Pharmaceuticals
Premium quality supply
Trusted By
WHO WFP UNSOS UNECA IOM Save the Children Action Against Hunger Samaritan's Purse Ministry of Health — South Sudan
Our Products
Premium Medical Supply Categories

Quality-assured pharmaceutical and medical products for healthcare institutions across Africa.

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Lab EquipmentDiagnostics
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Medical ConsumablesDaily Use
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Our Facilities
Behind the scenes at Ansell.

Our warehouse and operations — Cedar Grove Lane, Uthiru, Nairobi.

Ansell warehouse
Ansell stock
Ansell products
Ansell warehouse

Trusted across Africa
since 2003.

Ansell Pharmaceuticals Limited is a fully licensed pharmaceutical distributor headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya — supplying hospitals, NGOs, pharmacies and government institutions across 10+ countries.

20+
Years Active
10+
Countries
7
Product Categories
3
Certifications

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Our Story

Two decades of trusted
healthcare supply.

Founded in 2003. Headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. One mission: reliable access to quality medical products across Africa.

Headquartered in Nairobi,
serving the continent.

Operating from Cedar Grove Lane, Uthiru — off Waiyaki Way — we manage distribution networks reaching over 10 countries across East, Central and West Africa.

We import and distribute pharmaceuticals, surgical supplies, laboratory equipment, medical gases, hospital furniture and consumables to hospitals, NGOs, government institutions, pharmacies and wholesalers.

Integrity
Transparency
Quality
Customer First

Facts that speak
for themselves.

2003
Year Founded
10+
Countries Served
7
Product Categories
3
Global Certifications
KenyaUgandaTanzaniaRwandaEthiopiaSomaliaSouth SudanSudanDjiboutiNigeria
Our Journey
Over two decades of growth.

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2003
Company Founded

Established in Nairobi with a mission to supply quality medical products across East Africa.

2005
Regional Expansion

Extended into Uganda and Tanzania — our first cross-border supply chains.

2008
PPB Licensed

Full licensing from Kenya's Pharmacy and Poisons Board.

2012
Horn of Africa

Expanded into Somalia, South Sudan, Sudan and Djibouti.

2015
ISO 9001:2015

Achieved international quality management certification.

2018
UN Global Market

Certified UN supplier — direct supply to UN agencies and NGOs.

2023
20 Year Milestone

Two decades. 10+ countries. 7 product categories. Still growing.

Today
Growing Forward

Expanding markets and deepening product ranges.

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Ansell staff
Leadership
The team behind Ansell.

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Dr. David Karanja
Leadership & Strategy
Dr. David Karanja
Leadership & Strategy

Holds a Pharm. degree and is a member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya. Leads Ansell with a vision to deliver exceptional value and quality in the healthcare industry.

Rose Nyambura
Supply Chain & Logistics
Rose Nyambura
Supply Chain & Logistics

Holds a B.Com degree and manages the administrative and financial operations of Ansell, ensuring smooth and ethical business practices across all functions.

Quality Manager
Compliance & Standards
Quality Manager
Compliance & Standards

Maintaining ISO 9001:2015 systems and full compliance with PPB Kenya and UN Global Market standards.

Commercial Director
Sales & Partnerships
Commercial Director
Sales & Partnerships

Building relationships with hospitals, NGOs, government institutions and wholesale clients across East Africa.

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What We Supply

Our Products.

Quality-assured pharmaceutical, surgical, laboratory and medical products — distributed across East and Central Africa.

7 Product Categories
ISO 9001:2015 Certified
PPB Kenya Licensed
UN Global Market Supplier
Trusted By
WHO WFP UNSOS UNECA IOM Save the Children Action Against Hunger Samaritan's Purse Ministry of Health — South Sudan
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Pharmaceuticals
A wide range of prescription and over-the-counter medicines for hospitals, retail pharmacies and healthcare institutions across East and Central Africa.
02
Surgicals
High-quality surgical instruments, disposables and consumables for clinical and theatre settings.
03
Laboratory Equipment
Diagnostic instruments, patient monitoring equipment and research laboratory tools for hospitals and laboratories.
04
Laboratory Reagents
Chemical reagents and diagnostic kits for clinical, diagnostic and research laboratories — meeting international quality standards.
05
Hospital Furniture
Medical-grade beds, trolleys, cabinets and ward equipment built for clinical environments.
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Medical Gases
Medical-grade oxygen, nitrous oxide and specialty gases for hospitals, theatres and critical care units.
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Medical Consumables
Gloves, dressings, syringes, IV lines, catheters and infection control products for daily clinical operations.

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Where We Operate

Reaching institutions across
the continent.

Our distribution network spans 10+ countries across East, Central and West Africa.

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Kenya

Home market. Hospitals, NGOs, pharmacies and government institutions across all 47 counties.

Primary
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Uganda

Supplying healthcare institutions through established East Africa distribution channels.

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Tanzania

Quality medical supplies to hospitals, clinics and NGOs across Tanzania.

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Rwanda

Supporting Rwanda's developing healthcare sector with reliable supply.

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Ethiopia

Meeting the needs of one of Africa's largest healthcare systems.

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Somalia

Supporting healthcare reconstruction and humanitarian efforts.

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South Sudan

Essential medical products for institutions and humanitarian programmes.

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Sudan

Pharmaceutical and medical products through our East Africa network.

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Djibouti

Strategic Horn of Africa supply to a growing healthcare infrastructure.

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Nigeria

Extending our West African footprint through local partnerships.

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Credentials

Certified to the highest
international standards.

Our certifications are our commitment to quality, safety and reliability.

Our Certifications
Three certifications. One standard: excellence.
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Pharmacy & Poisons Board Kenya

Wholesale Dealer's Licence No. BU202603791, issued by the Pharmacy and Poisons Board under the Pharmacy and Poisons Act (Cap.244). Valid to 31st December 2026. Authorises Ansell Pharmaceuticals Ltd to sell and distribute pharmaceutical products by way of wholesale dealing.

Active License
ISO Certificate
ISO 9001:2015 Certified

Our quality management system meets rigorous international standards covering procurement, storage, logistics and customer service at every stage.

International Standard
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UN Global Market Certified

Authorises Ansell to supply UN agencies, international NGOs and humanitarian organisations across Africa. One of the most demanding certifications globally.

UN Certified

Questions about our compliance?

Who We Serve

Trusted by institutions across
the healthcare spectrum.

From referral hospitals to community pharmacies — we supply what healthcare needs.

Our Clients
Healthcare institutions across Africa trust Ansell.
Hospitals
Retail Pharmacies
NGOs
Wholesalers
Government
Clinics
General Public
Research Institutions

Become an Ansell supply partner.

Get In Touch

Let's work together.

Reach us directly.

Address
Cedar Grove Lane Uthiru 87
Off Waiyaki Way, Nairobi, Kenya
Hours
Mon – Fri: 8:00am – 5:00pm
Saturday: 9:00am – 1:00pm

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Legal

Privacy Policy.

Last updated: October 2026

1. Introduction

Ansell Pharmaceuticals Limited ("we", "us", "our") is committed to protecting your personal information and your right to privacy. This Privacy Policy explains how we collect, use, and safeguard your information when you visit our website at www.ansellke.com.

2. Information We Collect

We may collect the following information when you use our website or contact us:

  • Your name and organisation
  • Email address and phone number
  • Enquiry details submitted through our contact form
  • Basic usage data (pages visited, time spent) via analytics tools

3. How We Use Your Information

We use the information we collect to:

  • Respond to your enquiries and provide product information
  • Process and fulfil orders or supply requests
  • Improve our website and services
  • Communicate updates relevant to your enquiry

4. WhatsApp Communications

Our website includes WhatsApp enquiry buttons that open a direct chat with our team. By using these buttons, you consent to communicating with us via WhatsApp. We do not store WhatsApp conversations on our servers.

5. Sharing Your Information

We do not sell, trade, or transfer your personal information to third parties. Your information is used solely for the purposes of responding to your enquiry and fulfilling your supply requests.

6. Data Security

We implement appropriate security measures to protect your personal information. However, no method of transmission over the internet is 100% secure, and we cannot guarantee absolute security.

7. Cookies

Our website may use basic cookies to improve your browsing experience. You can choose to disable cookies through your browser settings without affecting your use of the website.

8. Your Rights

You have the right to:

  • Request access to the personal information we hold about you
  • Request correction or deletion of your information
  • Withdraw consent for us to contact you at any time

9. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or how we handle your data, please contact us at:

Ansell Pharmaceuticals Limited
Cedar Grove Lane Uthiru 87, Off Waiyaki Way, Nairobi, Kenya
Email: ansell@ansellke.co.ke
Phone: +254 706 675 221

10. Updates to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated date. Continued use of our website after any changes constitutes acceptance of the updated policy.