Chief Secretary Isaac Lupari has been given an update on the progress of the special audit and other related work that has been performed.
This audit is to address the shortages of pharmaceutical drugs & other medical supplies experienced by our health facilities throughout the country.
Lupari said that a Senior Officer from Department of Finance has been seconded to National Department of Health and he is currently working with the Accounts staff to independently verify and vet claims specifically relating to the procurement & distribution of pharmaceutical drugs & other medical supplies.
Meredith Kuusa with more.