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The Global Fund has committed close to $1 billion to HIV/AIDS, Tuberculosis and Malaria programs in Tanzania. But the biggest challenge has always been the last mile: how do we get drugs and commodities to the remote villages in Tanzania. This requires more than financing; it requires specific expertise. While a bottle of Coca-Cola can be found everywhere, essential medicines are not always available in rural areas. It is widely recognised that the Coca-Cola Company has unparalleled expertise in distribution and supply management worldwide. In Africa in particular, its network of local bottlers is critical to reach consumers. In 2010, the Coca-Cola Company engaged in a pilot project alongside the Global Fund to transfer core expertise to Tanzania’s Medical Stores Department which distributes all medical supplies across the country.
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