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Shelys Pharmaceuticals
Caring For All!
Our Mission
To deliver value to all our stakeholders as a responsible corporate Citizen that provides quality, affordable medicines & products globally
Our Purpose
To improve the health and quality of life of patients.
Our Values
Integrity, Excellence, Commitment, Innovation & Team Work
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ABOUT SHELYS

Shelys Pharmaceuticals is a renowned pharmaceutical company in Sub Saharan Africa. Shelys has humble origins starting as a diminutive family business in 1977 and over the years, Shelys Pharmaceuticals has been established to be one of the largest pharmaceutical companies in East Africa.

Shelys Pharmaceuticals has footprints in Tanzania, Zambia, Malawi, DRC, Rwanda, Burundi, Mozambique, Madagascar, Mauritius, Uganda, Kenya, Nigeria, Ethiopia and Ivory Coast; and is a leader in the script market for crucial therapeutic categories such as cough and cold, anti-infectives, nutraceuticals, antimalarials, gastro-intestinal, pain management, fever and topical inflammation, disinfectants, cardiovascular and erectile dysfunction.

 

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Our Mission




To deliver value to all our stakeholders as a responsible corporate Citizen that provides quality, affordable medicines & products globally.

Our Purpose





To improve the health and quality of life of patients.

Our Values




Define the foundation on which Shelys has been built. These are the values we share as we work together toward achieving Shelys' mission. Learn More - Insights to Our Values

Beta Healthcare... Caring for All.

Beta Healthcare, an Aspen Group company, is one of East Africa’s largest players in the pharmaceutical, OTC and FMCG sectors. With a well-established presence in East and Southern Africa, Anglo West Africa, and French West Africa, Beta Healthcare is recognized for its expansive distribution networks and commitment to delivering high-quality, yet affordable healthcare products across Sub-Saharan Africa.

Beta Healthcare specializes in the manufacturing, sales and marketing of a diverse range of pharmaceutical products, including prescription medicines, over the counter (OTC) products and branded generics. Beta Healthcare’s modern production capabilities encompass the manufacture of oral solids (tablets, capsules, powders, oral rehydration salts), oral liquids and external liquids. This versatile production capacity supports the company’s broad portfolio and ability to meet the varied healthcare needs of its customers / patients.

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Our Leadership

Carnie van der Linde

Director

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Bachelor of Dental Science (BDS)

December 2023

Senior Group Executive: Commercial (International Regions)

Carnie develops and implements the Commercial Pharmaceuticals strategy and performance delivery across the Group’s international regions from Aspen South Africa (Aspen SA.). Carnie also chairs the Board of Directors for Aspen’s subsidiaries in the Sub Saharan Africa regions – (Aspen SSA).

Nazir Ally

Director

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CA(SA)

December 2023

Group Executive: Commercial Operations (International Regions)

Nazir is a seasoned Executive, reputed for developing global strategies, Operations, commercial and financial improvement plans that has contributed to long-term business growth in the global markets from Aspen South Africa (Aspen SA) where he Operates. He establishes missions, processes, objectives and clear focus on high-quality service delivery and company profit across Aspen’s Business Units in the Sub Saharan Africa regions. Nazir has Demonstrated expertise in guiding and facilitating the achievement of key functions, navigating and cultivating partnerships for seamless execution in alignment with collaboration commitments. Nazir has carried the Aspen’s entities in the Sub Saharan Africa region for over a decade as the co-chair of Business Units in the region.

Bernhardt Nicklaus

Director

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CA(SA), MBA

April 2025

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Aspen SSA

Bernhardt Nicklaus

Director

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CA(SA), MBA

April 2025

Chief Executive Officer (CEO) – Aspen SSA

Bernhardt is a seasoned Executive with proven success in overseeing finance strategy, operations, performance and all the Technology operations across the region. Since his joining Aspen’s Sub Saharan Business Units, Bernhardt has played a pivotal role in shaping effective governance strategies and fostering transparency and accountability that has seen successful changes to the operations of Aspen’s Sub Saharan Africa entities (Aspen SSA). Due to his exemplary performance, Bernhardt has risen to the rank of Chief Executive Officer for the Aspen’s Entities in the Subsaharan region – (CEO – Aspen SSA). Bernhardt is a key member to the Board of Directors.

Sharon Wamuni

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BBA International(USIU), CPA-K

June 2024

Regional Head – Finance

Sharon is an excellent, innovative, dedicated & results driven finance manager & transformational leader with 15 years experience in Finance, Risk management, Audit & Compliance and Business management. Since joining the Aspen Sub Saharan Africa,(Beta Healthcare International Ltd – Kenya), Sharon has shown exceptional passionate in enhancing the organization’s growth, improving business processes & fostering the organization’s financial strategies in achieving the company’s mission & vision.

Gurcharan Singh Matharu

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Master of Pharmacy (M.Pharm Hons) UK

July 2025

General Manager – Technical (Kenya)

Chirag Patel

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharma)

July 2025

General Manager – Technical (Tanzania & Ghana)

Chirag holds a Degree in Pharmacy from Rajiv Gandhi University of Health Science, India. He has over 17 years experience in Pharmaceutical Manufacturing, Quality Assurance and Drug Regulatory Affairs. Chirag joined Aspen’s Business Unit – Shelys Pharmaceuticals Limited in Sep 2007 and later transitioned to Beta Healthcare International Ltd in 2019. Since his Joining Beta Healthcare International Ltd – an Aspen’s subsidiary, Chirag has risen over the ranks and now Heads the Technical Department in his capacity as the General Manager – Technical (Tanzania & Ghana) for Aspen’s Business Units: Shelys Pharmaceuticals in Tanzania, & Kama Industries Ltd – in Ghana within SSA region.

Asaad Faruqui

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Masters Public Administration

June 2025

Regional Head – Supply Chain & Logistics (Aspen SSA)

Asaad Faruqui is a highly accomplished Supply Chain professional with over 15 years of cross-regional experience including Southern Africa & Asia with leading multinationals including, Reckitt Benckiser (Reckitt) and Procter & Gamble. Asaad has led end to end supply chain operations for eight Southern African countries & Pakistan, managing a multi-million dollar budget and overseeing P&L delivery. Asaad is experienced in transforming supply chain models, forecast accuracy, deploying digital tools like Kinaxis and streamlining S&OP processes across Health and Hygiene business units. His expertise includes demand planning, inventory optimization, warehouse and transportation operations, financial planning and cost savings.

Muhul Jotaniya

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Expatriat – SSA Sales & Marketing

June 2024

Head Sales & Marketing – Aspen SSA

Muhul is a dynamic and results-oriented Sales and Marketing professional with over 25 years of experience in driving business growth, building customer relationships, and delivering impactful marketing strategies across diverse industries. Muhul joined Aspen’s Subsidiary – Shelys Pharmaceuticals Limited in 2007. Muhul has had exceptional leadership optimizing sale with Beta Healthcare International Ltd some years and later transitioned to Shelys Pharmaceuticals where he is currently based. Known for a strong ability to blend creativity with data-driven decision-making, Muhul has a proven track record of enhancing brand visibility, increasing sales, and optimizing customer engagement within Sub Saharan Africa Region (SSA).

Nissa Mwaipyana

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Msc.HRM – MU, BBA – UDSM

February 2010

Senior Manager – Human Resource

Praveen Kumar Rao

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BCom (IT & Cost), MBA (Fin)

August 2020

Head of Finance

Praveen is a seasoned and strategic finance leader with over 23yrs of progressive experience driving a robust financial governance capability, financial strategies, operational efficiency and sustainable growth across industries. With a strong command of data-driven decision-making and collaborative leadership style, Praveen is committed to aligning financial operations with long-term business objectives and supporting C-suit executives with insights that drives strategic growth for Aspen’s Subsidiary – Shelys Pharmaceuticals Limited in Tanzania.

Rajendra Shenoy

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Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm)

March 2024

General Manager – Technical

Rajendra holds a Bachelor of Pharmacy (B. Pharm). Rajendra has a vast experience of over 27 years in the Pharmaceutical Industry. He joined Aspen’s Business Unit – Shelys Pharmaceuticals Limited in the 2023’s closure of the financial year. Rajendra’s custody of operations involves in overseeing Manufacturing Performance, Quality Assurance, Regulatory Compliances and Processes Optimization. He leads the Shelys’ technical team to ensure successful efficiency in productivity and quality.

Muhul Jotaniya

Regional Head

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Expatriat – SSA Sales & Marketing

June 2024

Head Sales & Marketing – Aspen SSA

Muhul is a dynamic and results-oriented Sales and Marketing professional with over 25 years of experience in driving business growth, building customer relationships, and delivering impactful marketing strategies across diverse industries. Muhul joined Aspen’s Subsidiary – Shelys Pharmaceuticals Limited in 2007. Muhul has had exceptional leadership optimizing sale with Beta Healthcare International Ltd some years and later transitioned to Shelys Pharmaceuticals where he is currently based. Known for a strong ability to blend creativity with data-driven decision-making, Muhul has a proven track record of enhancing brand visibility, increasing sales, and optimizing customer engagement within Sub Saharan Africa Region (SSA).