The Premier Event for Young Pharmacists

Theme: Future-proof Pharmacy: Skills, Strategies, and Opportunities for the Next Decade.

2nd - 4th October 2025
USIU Africa, Nairobi

About The Conference

The YPG 2025 Conference is more than just an event; it's a catalyst for change. The theme is meticulously designed to equip young pharmacists with the competencies and foresight needed to navigate and lead the rapidly evolving healthcare landscape. Over three immersive days, we will explore cutting-edge skills, strategic career planning, and transformative innovations.

Conference Objectives

Future-Proofing Skills

To equip young pharmacists with cutting-edge skills in areas like digital health, pharmacogenomics, data analytics, and advanced clinical practice to ensure long-term career relevance and adaptability.

Strategic Career Planning

To provide insights into emerging career pathways and strategic opportunities, empowering pharmacists to build resilient and impactful professional trajectories.

Fostering Innovation and Leadership

To cultivate a forward-thinking mindset and showcase innovations that will sustainably transform the pharmacy practice landscape for the next decade.

CONFERENCE TOPICS & SUB-THEMES

The conference agenda will revolve around preparing for the future of pharmacy practice.

Core Topics

  • Professional Development for the Next Decade
  • The Pharmacist's Evolving Role in Public and Global Health
  • Technological Disruption: AI, Big Data, and Telepharmacy
  • Entrepreneurship and Intrapreneurship in Pharmacy
  • The Future of Pharmaceutical Regulation and Ethics

Sub-Themes

  • Digital Health & Health Informatics
  • Pharmacogenomics & Personalized Medicine
  • Advanced Supply Chain Management
  • Sustainable Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
  • Regulatory Affairs for Emerging Technologies
  • Pharmacovigilance in the Digital Age
  • Health Policy and Advocacy Leadership
  • Cosmepharmaceuticals and New Market Frontiers

3-DAY PROGRAM OUTLINE

Dive into the schedule of transformative sessions and networking opportunities.

DAY 1: FOUNDATIONS FOR THE FUTURE (Thursday, 2nd October 2025)

8:00 - 9:00 AM
Arrival, Registration, and Breakfast
9:05 - 9:30 AM
Welcome Speech by YPG President Dr. Libeya Bethwel
9:30 - 10:15 AM
Keynote Speech 1, PSK President: Policy & Advocacy for the Future Dr. Wairimu Mbogo
10:20 - 11:00 AM
Panel Session: Regulatory Affairs in an Evolving Landscape Dr. John Mwangi, Dr. Michael Onyango
11:00 - 11:30 AM
Tea & Networking Break
11:30 - 12:30 PM
Panel Session: Entrepreneurship - Building a Future-Ready Pharmacy Startup Dr. David Odhiambo, Dr. Dan Waruingi, Dr. Jerusha, Dr. Danielle Munene
12:30 - 1:00 PM
Speech: Future of Clinical Trials in Kenya Dr. Jacqueline Musau
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
2:00 - 2:45 PM
Speech: Marketing & Sales in the Digital Era Dr. Sylvia Vito
2:45 - 3:15 PM
Panel Session: Clinical Research Society of Kenya (CRSK) CRSK
3:15 - 4:30 PM
Networking & Day 1 Wrap-up

DAY 2: SKILLS & STRATEGIES (Friday, 3rd October 2025)

8:00 - 9:00 AM
Arrival and Breakfast
9:05 - 9:30 AM
Welcome Address by YPG Secretary General Dr. Gathai Mundia
9:30 - 10:15 AM
Panel Session: Global Health Opportunities for Pharmacists Dr. David Olpengs, Dr. Luciah Kamau, Dr. Genuine Desireh
10:20 - 11:00 AM
Keynote Speech 2: The Next Decade of Pharmacy: Trends & Predictions Dr. Evans Sagwa
11:00 - 11:30 AM
Tea & Networking Break
11:30 - 12:30 PM
Panel Session: Practical Skills in Scientific Publishing & Research Dr. Audrey Mumbi, Dr. Allan Tulienge, Dr. James Kamotho
12:30 - 1:00 PM
Panel: The Future of Supply Chain Management Dr. Laura Njeri
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Panel Session: The Role of AI and Digital Health in Pharmacy Practice Dr. William Ogalo
3:00 - 4:00 PM
Interactive Session: Advanced Skills in Public Health Pharmacy Dr. Collins Jaguga
4:00 - 4:30 PM
Networking & Day 2 Wrap-up

DAY 3: LEADERSHIP & OPPORTUNITIES (Saturday, 4th October 2025)

8:30 - 9:30 AM
Arrival and Breakfast
9:30 - 10:15 AM
Keynote Speech, PSK CEO: Leading the Charge: Leadership in Pharmacy Dr. Ivy Ratemo
10:20 - 11:00 AM
Speech: Career Opportunities in Academia Dr. Ermias Terefe
11:00 - 11:30 AM
Tea & Networking Break
11:30 - 12:30 PM
Panel Session: Non-Traditional Roles: Exploring the New Frontiers of Pharmacy Dr. Daniel Mwanzia, Dr. Lilian Oyiengo, Dr. Esther Wairimu, Dr. Ben Odhiambo
12:30 - 1:00 PM
Panel Session: Professional Development & Lifelong Learning Dr. Susan Owuor
1:00 - 2:00 PM
Lunch & Networking
2:00 - 3:00 PM
Interactive Session: Building Your 10-Year Career Blueprint Dr. Andrew Okumu
3:00 - 3:30 PM
Thanksgiving & Closing Remarks
3:30 - 4:30 PM
Final Networking Tea & Conference End