Membership

Overview

We believe in the power of communities and networks to unlock value for each other and shape the ecosystem within which we operate. On this account, we have structured our membership into two categories i.e., individual members and institutional members from which members engage with our work through communities of practice to strengthen pharmaceutical systems.

Our membership community is aimed at creating a long-term and intensive framework for sustainable collaboration among organizations and individuals working within the African pharmaceutical sector to unlock value towards realizing our mission – reliable access to safe, effective and quality health products and technologies in Africa.

Membership engagement occurs through:

Communities of Practice
Conferences & Workshops
Pharmaceutical Systems Strengthening Projects
Community Service Events
Social Events

Individual Membership

Individual membership is open to students or professionals working in or with an interest in African pharmaceutical industry i.e., pharmacists, pharmaceutical scientists, pharmaceutical technicians, pharmaceutical technologists, medical advisors, medical representatives, legal advisors, communication specialists, regulatory affairs professionals, policy makers, technical advisors, pharmacovigilance professionals, quality assurance professionals among others.

Individual membership is structured into:

Students: Students pursuing a degree or diploma in pharmaceutical sciences, Bachelor of Pharmacy, PharmD or biological sciences with interest in the pharmaceutical sector.
Professionals: Professionals working in or with an interest in African pharmaceutical industry across the continuum from research & development to clinical care.

Benefits:

Training opportunities at discounted rates.
Access to professional networks, professional development and job opportunities curated by the network.
Access to business consulting opportunities and referrals.
Thought leadership and industry leadership opportunities.

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Communities of practice

We acknowledge that we have diverse membership with varied interests that touch on the different sub-sectors and domains of the pharmaceutical industry. Based on this, to offer optimal value for each member to work within areas of niche expertise and interest to maximize value, we have structured our work into communities of practice that align with the different sectors.

Pharmaceutical Workforce Development

Innovation, Access and Trade Policy

Regulatory Affairs & Regulatory Policy

Clinical Research & Development

Finance & Investments

Patient Safety & Pharmacovigilance

Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Optimization

Global Health Pharmacy

Other Activities

Conferences & Workshops

Pharmaceutical Systems Strengthening Projects

Industry Discussion Forums

Social Events

Events

Webinars

Community Service Events

Individual Members

What Members Say

"The Pharmacovigilance and Patient Safety Course by APN provided me with cutting-edge knowledge and practical skills to significantly enhance patient safety in healthcare."

"The Pharmacovigilance and Patient Safety course by APN has been seamless, engaging, and expertly delivered, equipping me with invaluable skills to advance my career and contribute to safer patient care—highly recommended for pharmacists seeking to enhance their expertise."

"APN's Regulatory Affairs Training transformed my limited understanding into in-depth knowledge, offering practical insights, expert mentorship, and invaluable industry connections—truly a worthwhile investment for anyone pursuing a career in regulatory affairs."

"APN's Supply Chain Management programme provided practical, hands-on training that seamlessly blended theory with real-world applications, boosting my confidence and skills in pharmaceutical supply chain management—thank you, APN!"

"The training enhanced my regulatory affairs skills, was informative, and eye-opening, especially on regulatory systems in Africa. I've gained valuable insights and look forward to advancing my career."

"APN's Regulatory Affairs Training offers unmatched industry insights from experienced facilitators and guest speakers, revealing the vast scope of regulatory affairs and its impact on the pharmaceutical and health sectors—highly recommended for anyone exploring this field!"