Mbeya Zone 
The Medical Stores Mbeya Zone was established in 1998 as a Sales Point center, located strategically to serve regions of the southern highlands of Tanzania. In 2000, it was upgraded to a fully Zonal Office, gaining greater authority and autonomy to manage and execute its operations.

Service Area and Coverage
According to the 2022 Tanzania Population and Housing Census, the Iringa Zone supports a combined population of 5,338,120 people, guaranteeing access to quality and affordable health products. This total includes populations from the following regions and districts:  Mbeya Region: 2,343,754 people, Rukwa Region: 1,540,519 people, Songwe Region: 1,344,687 people and Makete District (Njombe Region): 109,160 people 

The zone serves a customer base of over 979 health facilities, ranging from primary to tertiary levels, including:
1. Tertiary and Secondary Institutions – 1 Zonal Referral Hospital, and 3 Regional Referral Hospitals.

2. Primary Health Facilities – 20 District Hospitals under the President’s Office – Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG), 88 Health Centers, and 806 Dispensaries.

3. Faith-Based and Other Institutions – 17 Faith-Based Hospitals and 23 Government and Non-Government Institutions.

Through this extensive network, the MSD Mbeya Zone ensures last-mile delivery of health commodities to even the most remote areas, strengthening the overall public healthcare system.

Storage and Operational Capacity
The MSD Mbeya Zone operates a modern 5,340-square-meter warehouse, equipped to handle, store, and distribute a wide range of health commodities under strict compliance with Good Storage and Distribution Practices (GSDP).
To support timely and efficient deliveries, the zone manages a fleet of 16 distribution vehicles of varying capacities, ensuring seamless logistics across all service regions.

Behind its operational excellence is a dedicated team of 36 professionals, including logistics specialists, pharmacists, accountants, sales representatives, customer service officers, bio-technicians, and drivers. Their expertise and commitment enable MSD Mbeya Zone to maintain high service standards, ensuring the availability, quality, and accessibility of health commodities throughout its service area.

Commitment to Excellence
With its strategic location, modern infrastructure, and skilled workforce, the MSD Mbeya Zone continues to play a pivotal role in enhancing healthcare delivery in Southwestern Highlands Regions of Tanzania. The zone remains committed to MSD’s overarching vision of becoming a "Centre of Excellence for Health Commodities Supply Chain in Africa".