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Dr Sarah VUGIGI

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PERSONAL DETAILS
Designation
Senior Lecturer, in Pharmaceutics
Department
Pharmaceutical Chemistry & Pharmaceutics
Address
School of Pharmacy, Kabarak University, Main Campus, Private Bag-20157, KABARAK, Kenya.
SUMMARY

An Industrial Pharmacist, educator, researcher, and consultant with expertise in pharmaceutical manufacturing, quality assurance, quality control, regulatory affairs, and Good Manufacturing Practices. Former Company Pharmacist, QA Manager, and QC Manager, with experience in Quality Management Systems, facility improvement, product quality reviews, analytical testing, training, and research supervision. Currently a Senior Lecturer in Pharmaceutics at Kabarak University, integrating industrial expertise with academic teaching and research.

Google Scholar
https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=CHel9pIAAAAJ&hl=en
ResearchGate
https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Sarah-Vugigi-2
ACADEMIC QUALIFICATIONS
  • PhD. Pharmacy: Pharmaceutics Dept. Kenyatta University, Kenya.
  • M. Pharmacy: Pharmaceutics, University of Iowa, Iowa City, USA.
  • Bachelor of Pharmacy: University of Nairobi, Kenya.
PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

ADDITIONAL CERTIFICATION

  1. Pharmaceutical Technology, Postgraduate training, State University of Ghent, Belgium, 1989.
  2. The determinants and context of professional Leadership. Management systems International, Washington DC, August 1991.
  3. Myers Briggs assessment; Personality, staff recruitment and other applications. Management Systems International, Washington DC, August 1991.
  4. Management Communication for development, Management Training and Development institute, Orlando, Florida, December, 1991.
  5. Tools and Systems for Effective Leadership, Management System International, Washington DC, August, 1992.
  6. Practical Training, Drug Development Laboratory, Pharmaceutical Services, University of Iowa, USA, 1994.
  7. Liquid Chromatography Analytical Techniques, the Central Laboratory Apotheker, Eschborn, Germany, 1994.
  8. Strategic Management course; The FKE Training, Baringo, Kenya, 1995.
  9. ISO 9000 Training - the Federation of Kenyan Employees, April 1996.
  10. Comprehensive GMP, Moshi, Tanzania, 2005 and 2006.
  11. QA/GMP training course in quality control, stability, bioavailability and Bioequivalence. PharmaQ Ltd, Nairobi, Kenya, July 2006.
  12. QA/GMP training (hygiene, sanitation, documentation, production), PharmaQ, Ltd, Kenya, July 2009
  13. Product development Training, (UNIDO, Action Medoer) Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, June 2010.
  14. GMP for pharma manufacturers and GMP inspectors by the WHO, Nairobi, Kenya, May 2011.
  15. Modern Tableting Technology. JRS pharma technology, Nairobi, 2012.
  16. Quality Assurance and cGMP training for the Pharma Industry professionals, Federation of EA Pharmaceutical Manufacturers, Nairobi, Kenya, 2014.
  17. EAC Regional GMP Training of Trainers Seminar, June 2018, Nairobi, Kenya
  18. Regional GMP Training of Construction and Renovation of GMP-Premises, 18th September to 21st September 2018, Arusha, Tanzania.
  19. Certificate of Training: online Training and Examination; Directorate of Excellence in Learning and Teaching (DELT) Kabarak University, June 2021.
  20. Training on 21st Century Skills and Pedagogy for New Staff, Flipped Classroom Model, 21st Century Skills and the Effective Teacher in Biblical Perspective by Director, Excellence in Learning and Teaching (DELT), Kabarak University, January 2022.
  21. Quality Assurance Training, facilitated by Kenya Universities Quality Assurance network, Kabarak University, October 2022.
  22. Certificate of Completion: Module; How to prepare your manuscript. Presented by Anthony Newman Researcher Academy, August, 2022.
  23. Certificate of Completion Module; Structuring your article correctly. Presented by Anthony Newman Researcher Academy, August, 2022.
  24. Certificate of Completion, Professional Development Training in Intentional Teaching and Total Participation Techniques, Collaboration between Kabarak and Millersville University, June 2023
  25. University Visibility, Reputation, and Strategic Positioning workshop, facilitated by Prof. Rosemond Boohene of the University of Cape Coast, Ghana, at Kabarak University, Kenya, October 2026.
FIELDS OF SPECIALIZATION

Pharmaceutics, with a focus on pharmaceutical dosage form development, formulation and manufacturing, quality assurance, quality control, and pharmaceutical regulatory affairs.

SKILLS

  1. Research: Data collection, and analyzing information from multiple sources
  2. Methodology: QA, QC, QA audits, manufacturing and regulatory requirements.
  3. Risk assessment and the application of risk-based decision-making
  4. Dossier preparation: Data compilation for medicines registration approval.
  5. Pharmaceutical research: Preparation of policy briefs based on research findings.
  6. Personnel training: GMPs, QC modules for personnel in the pharma industry.
  7. Project planning: Product development activities, QA/QC/ Facility improvement.
  8. Management: Organization, communication, problem solving, decision making, prioritization, scheduling.
  9. Delivering lectures and facilitating learning in pharmaceutical sciences at university - level.
WORK EXPERIENCE

1.       Kabarak University, School of Pharmacy, Kenya: Senior Lecturer, Pharmaceutics, March 2021- to date

Duties:

  • Teaching and Research Supervision: Teaching and supervising undergraduate and postgraduate students in research projects.

 Teaching Areas: Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP); Pharmaceutical Engineering; Drug Discovery and Development; Formulation and manufacturing of Pharmaceutical Dosage Forms; and Pharmaceutical Regulatory Affairs.

  • Student Mentorship and Academic Advising: Mentoring undergraduate and postgraduate students, providing academic guidance, and supporting their academic progress and professional development
  • Examination Setting and Assessment: Setting, administering, and marking examinations to assess university students’ knowledge and academic performance.
  • Curriculum Development and Review: Developing and reviewing undergraduate and postgraduate pharmacy curricula to ensure academic relevance, alignment with professional standards, and pharmaceutical industry and healthcare needs.
  • Postgraduate Program Coordination, and supporting the effective delivery of postgraduate training
  • Industry Partnerships and MoU Coordination: Coordinating the development and implementation of Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) between the School of Pharmacy and pharmaceutical industries to strengthen academic–industry collaboration, research partnerships, and student training opportunities.

2.       Elys Chemical Industries Ltd. Nairobi, Kenya Company Pharmacist/QA Manager, 2002 -December 2020

3.       Cosmos Limited, Nairobi, Kenya: QC Manager, Sept 1999 to 2002

4.       Howse & McGeorge Limited, Thika, Kenya: QA Manager, 1995-1999

5.       Drug Analysis Research Unit (DARU), Nairobi, Kenya: Pharmaceutical Analyst, 1986-1995

KEY PROJECTS

CONSULTANCY WORK

  1. PIGA project. Developed the ‘Kenya pharma sector investment profile’ produced under the Partnership for Investment and Growth in Africa (PIGA) project, the International Trade Centre, UN. (2020).
  2. SGCI through African Centre for Technology commissioned study. Project No. 108349. IDRC Technical Report and paper. Partnerships for increased access to quality essential medicines in the East Africa region. (2019).
  3. Member of the Consortium of independent consultants at PharmaQ Limited Consultancy, Pharmacy Institute of Quality Systems, Nairobi, Kenya

  4. Dr. Sarah Vugigi, Website: https://www.sarahvugigi.com/

RESEARCH INTERESTS

My research interests focus on  pharmaceutical dosage form development, formulation design and optimization, pharmaceutical manufacturing, , pharmaceutical quality assurance, regulatory affairs, GMP compliance, pharmaceutical product registration, and regulatory requirements for the quality, safety , and efficacy of medicines

LIST OF PUBLICATIONS

Journal Publications

  1. Kibwage, I.O., & Vugigi, S.K. (1991). Quality of Phenoxymethyl Penicillin dry suspensions. Pharmacother. Bull. 1(1): 6-7.
  2. Mangera, K.O., Rutere, G., Thuranira, J.K., Mithamo, R., A., Vugigi, S., Ogaja, E., & Kibwage, I. O. (1992). Drug quality control work at drug analysis and Research Unit: Observations during 1987 - 1990. Pharm. J. of Kenya. 4(3): 66.
  3. Vugigi, S. K., Kibwage, I.O., Ogaja, E., Mangera, K.O., Chepkwony, H.K., Machine, A., & Kathanzu, J. (1997). Drug quality control work in DARU: Observations during 1991-1992. Pharm. J. of Kenya. 8(2): 23-25.
  4. Vugigi, S. K. (2010). Water for Pharmaceutical Use, Continuing Pharmaceutical development. Ph Pharm. J. of Kenya. 20(1): 32-37.
  5. Vugigi, S. K., and Dhanji, J. (2015). Upgrading of Elys Chemical Industries Ltd. The Pharmacist. 2 (2).
  6. Vugigi, S. K., Ogaji, I. J., & Thoithi, G. N. (2015). Assessment of the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Industry in Kenya in regard to Self Sufficiency in Essential Medicines. Pharm. J. of Kenya. 22(2): 86-91.
  7. Vugigi, S. K., Ogaji, I. J., & Thoithi G. N. (2015). Competitiveness of the Kenya pharmaceutical manufacturing industry: Price comparison of local and imported pharmaceutical products. Pharm. J. of Kenya. 23(1):21-25.
  8. Bolo, M., & Vugigi, S. (2016). Incentivising African Pharmaceutical Manufacturing: Policies for sustaining the take-off. The Scinnovent Centre Technical briefing note no. 1. Nairobi, Kenya: The Scinnovent Centre.
  9. Bolo, M., Byaruhanga, J., Vugigi, S., Wanyanga, W., Rono, W., & Ndomondo- Sigonda, M. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in Africa: a research agenda towards competitiveness and social inclusion. IDRC. 2017. http://hdl.handle. net/10625/58729.
  10. Vugigi, S.K., Thoithi, G. N., Ogaji, I. J., & Onuonga, S.O. (2017). Production Capacity of the Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Industry in Kenya. East Cent. Afr.J. Pharm. Sci. Vol. 20(2017)3-12.
  11. Vugigi, S.K., Thoithi, G. N., Ogaji, I. J., & Onuonga, S.O. (2019). Good Manufacturing Practices in the Kenyan Pharmaceutical Industry and Impact of Facility Upgrading on Domestic and International Sales. East Cent. Afr. J. Pharm. Sci. Vol. 22 (2019) 77−84.
  12. Vugigi, S.K., Mshila C.N., Mutisya F., Njeru E., Mulandi F. & Muyondo J.A.K. (2020). Monitoring of microbial quality of purified water used in pharmaceutical production of non-sterile products: A case study of Elys Chemical Industries Limited, Kenya. Pharm. J. of Kenya 24(2)32-37.
  13. Vugigi, S.K., Wanyanga W.O. & Keter F. (2020). Pharmaceutical partnerships for increased access to quality essential medicines in the E Africa region. IDRC Technical Report and paper. Project No. 108349. Strengthening partnerships among Africa's science granting councils with private sector.
  14. Wanyanga W.O, Vugigi, S.K. & Keter F. (2020). Initiatives to Support Local Pharmaceutical Production of Quality Essential Medicines IN E. AFRICA. Policy Brief No. 9/20. Nairobi, Kenya: The Scinnovent Centre. IDRC Grant/CRDI: 108349-003-Strengthening partnerships among Africa’s science granting councils and with the private sector.
  15. Wanyanga W.O., Vugigi, S.K. & Keter F. (2020). Improving access to essential medicines through PUBLIC-PRIVATE Partnerships IN EAST AFRICA. The Scinnovent Centre Policy Brief No. 10/20. Nairobi, Kenya: The Scinnovent Centre. IDRC Grant/ Subvention du CRDI: 108349.
  16. Vugigi, S. K., Mshila, C.N. & Ogaji I.J. (2021). Use of Product Quality Review to Evaluate Quality and Process Capability: A Case Study of Ibuprofen in a Model Tablet Manufacture. East Cent. Afr. J. Pharm. Sci. Vol.24 (2021) 38–47.
  17. Vugigi, S. K., Mshila, C.N. & Ogaji I.J. (2021). Use of Assay and In Vitro Dissolution in a Tablet Manufacturing Case Study to Assess Batch to Batch Consistency. Pharm. J. of Kenya.25(1)4-10.
  18. Vugigi, S., Mshila, C., Nyandoro, V., & Obat, R. (2022). Laboratory Glassware Cleaning Validation by Liquid Chromatographic Quantitation of Betamethasone Valerate Residues. Kabarak Journal of Research & Innovation, 12(2), 66-78. Retrieved from http://ojs.kabarak.ac.ke/index.php/kjri/article/view/607.
  19. Vugigi, S. (2023). Extemporaneous Compounding: Prevalence, Risks and Quality Assurance. African Journal of Pharmacy and Alternative Medicine, 1(1), 39–54. https://doi.org/10.58460/ajpam.v1i1.33
  20. Kiprotich, V., & Vugigi, S. (2023). Formulation and Assessment of a Ricinus communis Leaf Extract-Based Shampoo for the Treatment of Tinea capitis. African Journal of Pharmacy and Alternative Medicine, 2(1), 11–20. https://doi.org/10.58460/ajpam.v2i1.38
  21. Vugigi, S., & Otieno, F. (2023). Regulatory Compliance of Cosmetic Products in Kenya: A Narrative Review on Quality and Safety. African Journal of Pharmacy and Alternative Medicine, 2(1), 47-57.
  22. Vugigi, S. (2024). Book review, Beyond Research: Influencing Policy and Practice, by M. Bolo. ASIN: B0DJFWZFYB.
  23. Amadi, R. B., & Vugigi, S. (2024). Content Uniformity and Invitro Dissolution of Amlodipine Half Tablets. Kabarak Journal of Research & Innovation, 14(02), 212–219. https://doi.org/10.58216/kjri.v14i02.467
  24. Vugigi, S., Onduso, G. & Mshila, C. (2024). Critical Pharmaceutical Utility Systems: Water, HVAC and Compressed Air. Utafiti Foundation. 1SBN:978-9966-26348-3
  25. Ndisi, J., Otieno, F., Koech, F., & Vugigi, S. (2025). Regulations and Standards of the Cosmetic Cottage Industry in Kenya: A Summative Overview. African Journal of Pharmacy and Alternative Medicine, 3(01), 112–122. https://doi.org/10.58460/ajpam.v3i01.111
  26. Kisia, R., Vugigi, S., Ogoti, M., & Chesire Kiptum, E. (2025). Evaluation of Post-Reconstituted Flucloxacillin Dry Powder for Suspension in Nakuru Town, Kenya. African Journal of Pharmacy and Alternative Medicine, 4(01), 183–194.https://doi.org/10.58460/ajpam.v4i01.141
  27. Vugigi, S., Kipsang, N., & Chebon, A. (2025). In-vitro Dissolution Assessment of Albendazole Tablets Marketed in Nakuru, Kenya. African Journal of Pharmacy and Alternative Medicine, 4(2). https://doi.org/10.58460/ajpam.v4i2.157
  28. Vugigi, S., (2025). Towards Self Sufficiency: Forecasting Kenya’s Pharma Industry Pharmaceutical Loci publishers, ISBN: 978-9914-50-853-6
  29. Vugigi, S., & Kisia, R. (2026). Pharmaceutical good manufacturing practices: Principles, compliance and applications. Pharmaceutical Loci Publishers. ISBN: 978-9914-758-5. http://ir.kabarak.ac.ke/handle/123456789/1710
  30. Vugigi, S., & Suge, T. (2026). Enhancing Kenya’s pharmaceutical technical capacity through integrated theory and practice. Pharmaceutical Journal of Kenya, 30(1). ISSN 2411-6386.
CONFERENCES & INVITED PRESENTATIONS

PRESENTATIONS

  1. Vugigi, S. (2009). Control of variation in composition and formulation related aspects of drug products, Manufacturer’s Viewpoint, Regional Workshop on Bioequivalence, Nairobi, Kenya, August, 2009.
  2. Vugigi, S. (2010). Batch to batch variation control. A fundamental requirement for BE studies. Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya Symposium, Mombasa, May 2010.
  3. Vugigi, S. (2011). The Kenya experience in attaining WHO prequalification, African Leader’s Malaria Alliance (ALMA) conference, Nairobi, Kenya, 2011.
  4. Vugigi, S. (2015). Types of GMP inspections and Inspection Preparation. Federation of EA Pharmaceutical Manufacturers (FEAPM) Pharmacist Incubation Workshop, University of Nairobi, Kenya, May 2015.
  5. Vugigi, S. (2015). Medicine Dossier preparation. FEAPM Internship Incubation Workshop, University of Nairobi, Kenya, May 2015.
  6. Vugigi, S. K., Ogaji, I. J., & Thoithi, G. N. (2016). Price comparison of local and imported pharmaceutical products. Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya Symposium, Whitesands, Mombasa, May 2016.
  7. Vugigi, S. K. (2016). The current status of the local pharmaceutical industry in Kenya. The East African Community Health Research and Development stakeholder's workshop, Nairobi from 29 – 30 June 2016.
  8. Vugigi, S. K. (2016). R&D status in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry in Kenya. The East African Community Health Research and Development stakeholder's workshop, Nairobi, Kenya, 29th June 2016.
  9. Vugigi S., Wanyanga W.O., Muigai S., Atebe R., Odenyo M. and Onkoba
  10. Locally produced medicines that require bioequivalence testing: Selection criteria. The federation of Kenya Pharmaceutical Manufacturers & Pharmacy and Poisons Board of Kenya, 2018.
  11. Vugigi, S. K., Ogaji, I. J., & Thoithi, G. N. (2018). GMP implementation and facility upgrading: Subtle Impacts. 2nd East African Pharma QA forum, December 2018, Nairobi, Kenya.
  12. Kiprotich, V., & Vugigi, S., 2023. Formulation and Assessment of a Ricinus communis Leaf Extract-Based Shampoo for the Treatment of Tinea capitis. Annual Research conference, Kabarak University, Kenya.
  13. Vugigi, S.K. (2024). Kabarak contribution to Advances in Pharmacy Education at the PSK-ISPE 2024 Conference, June 2024 at Sarova, Whitesands Hotel, Mombasa, Kenya
  14. Vugigi, S.K. (2025), Kenya BIOVX Stakeholder Workshop, Strengthening Partnerships for Vaccine Manufacturing and Biotherapeutics in Kenya, Lake Naivasha Hotel, Kenya, 19th – 21st February 2025.
  15. Vugigi, S.K. (2025), Workshop on Operationalizing a Centre of Excellence Model for Vaccine Commercialization at Kenya Biovax and Developing the Kenya Biovax Commercialization Policy, Eseriani Resort, Naivasha, July 2025
  16. Vugigi, S., & Suge, T. Enhancing Kenya’s Pharmaceutical Technical Capacity Through Integrated Theory and Practice. Kabarak School of Pharmacy Annual Research conference, Kenya. Sept. 2025.

WORKSHOPS / SEMINARS

  1. Promoting Rational Drug Use, International Network for Rational Use of Drugs, Accra, Ghana; March 1994.
  2. Review of data on Sulphamethoxazole/Pyrimethamine treatment failure and consideration of other products as first-line options in the management of malarial. Drug Policy Technical working group workshop, Naivasha, Kenya, November 2003.
  3. Workshop on Precursor Chemicals arranged by the PPB and UN Office on Drugs and Crime, 1-2 December 2004. Windsor Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya.
  4. Development of the pharmaceutical Sector in COMESA Region, Multidisciplinary stakeholder’s workshop - Lusaka, Zambia, June 2005.
  5. Annual symposium of the PSK, Mombasa, Kenya (1995-99, 2003-2010, 2015, and 2016).
  6. Regulative aspects of BE; Regional workshop, Nairobi, Kenya August 2009.
  7. Scientific, Economic, Quality and Administrative issues for establishment of bioequivalence center, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, 6-7thOctober 2009.
  8. Stakeholder’s workshop on implementation of the Common Technical Document in market authorization of pharmaceutical products in Kenya, 21/01/2010. Kenyatta Conference Center, Nairobi. Kenya.
  9. Workshop on selected cGMP topics for pharmaceutical manufacturers and cGMP inspectors (Sponsored by WHO and GIZ), Nairobi, Kenya, 2011.
  10. Preceptorship workshop. School of pharmacy, University of Nairobi, 2011.
  11. Development of GMP roadmap for Kenya (Sponsored by UNIDO and PPB), Nairobi, Kenya, August 2013.
  12. Stakeholder’s forum; Undergraduate Curriculum Review, School of Pharmacy, University of Nairobi, June 2014.
  13. Kenya GMP- ROADMAP. A stepwise approach for the pharma industry to attain WHOGMP Standards, Launch event, Dec. 2014, Nairobi, Kenya.
  14. Governance structure for implementation of the Kenya GMP roadmap. Ministry of Industrialization and Enterprise Development in partnership with Ministry of Health. Fairview Hotel, Kenya. October 2015
  15. Complete pharmaceutical project design: Guide to designing GMP for the Africa continent; Webinar by Pharmasafe-India. 7th November 2020.
HONORS, PRIZE AND AWARDS

ACHIEVEMENTS

  1. Graduated top of the class in both primary and secondary school, earning admission to the prestigious Alliance Girls’ High School
  2. UNIDO Scholarship 1989; Belgium; Post Graduate Pharmaceutical Technology Transfer training.
  3. USAID Scholarship, USA; 1991-1993; Master’s program; Academic and Leadership scholarship.
  4. Certificate of recognition: Most Active Member - Private sector, Pharma industry, 37th annual PSK conference, Mombasa, Kenya. June 2017.
  5. Successfully coordinated and drove GMP compliance improvement under the Kenya GMP Roadmap, supported by UNIDO, contributing to the company’s (Elys Chemical Industries Ltd) progression from Category C in the 2012 initial assessment to Category B in the 2015 and 2018 reassessments, through effective CAPA implementation, QMS strengthening, and sustained GMP improvement.
  6. Led the technology transfer of beta-lactam products from a multiproduct facility (Elys Site 1) to a dedicated facility (Elys-Site 2), achieving NRA site approval, GMP compliance, and market authorization.
  7. Outstanding Female Leader in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing in Africa. Recognized for leadership in local pharmaceutical production and for advancing the participation of women in the industry. Featured in Femmes d’Afrique as part of the AfCFTA-anchored pharmaceutical initiative.
  8. University of Nairobi PHARMACY@50 HONOREES AWARD, Pharmaceutical Manufacturing Sector, August 2025. In recognition of impactful contributions to pharmaceutical innovation and industrial practices.
  9. Kabarak University. Excellence in Research and Innovation Award-December 2025.
  10. Kabarak University. Outstanding Research and Innovation Award-December 2025.
  11. Authored two books for academic and professional use: Critical Pharmaceutical Utilities (2024) and Pharmaceutical GMPs (2025), providing reference and learning resources for university students, academics, and pharmaceutical industry practitioners
TEACHING AREAS

TEACHING EXPERIENCE

  1. Part Time Lecturer, Pharmaceutical Chemistry, University of Nairobi; 1996 - 1998.
  2. Honorary Lecturer, Pharm Chemistry, University of Nairobi; 2000 to 2004
  3. Part Time Lecturer, Pharmaceutics and Industrial Pharmacy Kenyatta University, 2011 to 2017.
  4. Senior Lecturer, School of Pharmacy, Kabarak University, 2021 to date
  5. Preceptor to at least 15 undergraduate students from local universities annually during their one-month period elective rotation in pharmaceutical manufacturing industry, from the year 2000 to 2020.

STUDENT SUPERVISION

  1. Preceptor to at least 15 undergraduate pharmacy students annually from local universities during their one-to two months elective rotations in the pharmaceutical manufacturing industry from 2000 to 2020.
  2. Supervised at least 15 pharmacist interns annually in current Good Manufacturing Practices (cGMP) and pharmaceutical manufacturing operations from 2000 to 2020.
  3. Supervising Bachelor of Pharmacy undergraduate students’ research projects to date

CONTRIBUTIONS TO CPD FOR INDUSTRIAL PHARMACISTS

Developed Continuing Professional Development (CPD) articles for industrial pharmacists to support ongoing professional development, strengthen technical competencies, and promote best practices in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

  1. Vugigi, S. (2010). Water for Pharmaceutical Use, Continuing Professional Development. Pharm. J. of Kenya. 20(1):32-37.
  2. Vugigi, S. (2012). Bioavailability and Bioequivalence requirements; an overview; CPD. Pharmaceutical society of Kenya.
  3. Vugigi, S. (2015). The non-penicillin beta-lactam drug cross contamination prevention; USFDA perspective, CPD. Pharmaceutical society of Kenya. http://www.psk.or.ke/cpd/online/the- non-penicillin-beta-lactam-drug- cross-contamination-prevention-USFDA- perspective.
POSTGRADUATE SUPERVISION
Masters Level:

1. Geoffrey Ogeto: Anaemia in Breast Cancer Patients at Kisii Teaching and Referral Hospital, Kenya: Prevalence, Clinical Outcomes, and Quality of Life Implications

2. Peter N Namaru: Predictors of Suboptimal Pain Management in Prostate Cancer Patients With Bone Metastasis: A Study at Kenyatta National Hospital, Kenya

3. Samson Watta: Neoadjuvant Chemotherapy Completion, Its Predictors, and Surgical Conversion Among Breast Cancer Patients at Kenyatta National Hospital

4. John Henry Anino : Formulation and Optimization of a Standardized Polyherbal Chewable Tablet from Locally Available Medicinal Plants for Symptomatic Relief of Common Cold

MEMBERSHIP / ASSOCIATION

PROFESSIONAL AND EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

  1. Registered pharmacist; Kenya Pharmacy and Poisons Board.
  2. Member of the Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya.
  3. Member of Technical Evaluation Committee of Human medicines, PPB, Kenya 1994-1995.
  4. Resource person, Training and Assessment Committee of the Pharmacy Board, Kenya, 2005-2006.
  5. Member of Industrial Committee, Pharmaceutical Society of Kenya, 2004- 2011.
  6. Member of Technical Committee, Federation of Kenya Pharmaceutical Manufacturers (FKPM), 2015-2020.
  7. Member of Inter-Ministerial Technical Committee for implementation of GMP Road Map for the Local Pharmaceutical Industry in Kenya, 2015-2020.

Our Moral Code

As members of Kabarak University family, we purpose at all times and in all places, to set apart in one’s heart, Jesus as Lord. (1 Peter 3:15)