A Kenyan Factory produces more than 300 million syringes per year

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"The 300 million syringes produced each year by Revital Healthcare in Kenya are more than medical supplies: They are a measure of Africa’s growing medical independence. 

... the factory has become a linchpin in Africa’s medical manufacturing industry since its founding in 2008. 

One highlight: Revital makes enough syringes to meet more than half of Africa’s routine immunization needs—a critical resource when most syringes are produced in Asia.

Next steps: Revital aims to become Africa’s largest manufacturer of rapid diagnostic test kits for HIV, malaria, hepatitis, dengue, and other diseases. It is also planning to produce health care kits for outbreaks. ..."

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