Health & Pharmacy — Swahili Phrases

Pharmacies (duka la dawa) are common in towns and can advise on minor ailments without a doctor visit. Carry any prescription medication in its original packaging, and stick to bottled or filtered water.

Duka la dawa liko wapi? — Where is a pharmacy?
Nina maumivu ya kichwa — I have a headache
Mna dawa za maumivu? — Do you have painkillers?