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Learn about startups attempting to solve Africa’s numerous health challenges with technology, and the policies, regulations & cultural obstacles facing them.
On this #AutisticPrideDay2021, we explore how using the right technology tools and eliminating stigma can help children living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Africa lead better and happier lives.
Between 2013 and 2016, the @WHO reported that blood donations in Africa, which rose from about 3.9m units to 4.4m units, represent only 50% of the blood required. Here are…
In celebration of #GlobalWellnessDay, we discuss how technology is protecting mental wellness, in Africa, and explore apps and platforms protecting Africans from mental health disorders.
Founded in 2017 by two medical lab technologists, Malawi-based healthtech startup, APEX Medical Laboratories, is addressing shortfalls in the country’s public health system, which is largely powered by the government.
Egyptian-founded healthtech startup, Shezlong, initially focused on Egypt and Arabic-speaking nations, is spreading its influence across Africa and the world to make access to mental healthcare seamless and safe.
Nigeria is set to receive its first batch of COVID-19 vaccines today and the Agency in charge of vaccination has created a registration portal for citizens. Here’s all you need…
In this conversation with 54gene COO, Delali Attipoe, she explains in detail what the healthtech startup is all about, why you should care, and what its newly launched genome sequencing…
As the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 increases in Nigeria, there’s more pressure on the healthcare system than ever before. The situation is making more Nigerians turn to telemedicine…
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, Nigerian innovation hubs, Co-creation Hub and Ventures Platform Hub, are looking to sponsor projects that will give Africans a fighting chance against the virus.
Nairobi-based health tech startup, Ilara Health is giving peri-urban and rural clinics the opportunity to increase their revenue.
During a consumer outreach programme on Thursday in Bauchi, Mr. Phillip Eretan, a Deputy Director at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), declared that radiation from telecommunication masts does not have…
Tech workers tend to experience chronic stress but they often neglect their health. Here’s a look into how their lifestyles pose huge health risks.
One cold harmattan night in the Wonjuga sub-district of Chereponi, Northern Region, Ghana, Baba is awoken by a familiar sound he hasn’t heard in quite a while. It’s his wife Awu,…
“There is a critical need for technology in the healthcare sector, Nigeria’s healthcare indices is very poor and among one of the worst in the world.” Sabaoth Technologies developed the…
While making rounds of the internet today, I came across a very interesting piece about a smartphone that can test for sexually transmitted diseases. In 15 minutes, no less! The…
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On this #AutisticPrideDay2021, we explore how using the right technology tools and eliminating stigma can help children living with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) in Africa lead better and happier lives.
Between 2013 and 2016, the @WHO reported that blood donations in Africa, which rose from about 3.9m units to 4.4m units, represent only 50% of the blood required. Here are five African startups using technology to provide access to safe blood.#WorldBloodDonorDay
In celebration of #GlobalWellnessDay, we discuss how technology is protecting mental wellness, in Africa, and explore apps and platforms protecting Africans from mental health disorders.
Founded in 2017 by two medical lab technologists, Malawi-based healthtech startup, APEX Medical Laboratories, is addressing shortfalls in the country’s public health system, which is largely powered by the government.
Egyptian-founded healthtech startup, Shezlong, initially focused on Egypt and Arabic-speaking nations, is spreading its influence across Africa and the world to make access to mental healthcare seamless and safe.
Nigeria is set to receive its first batch of COVID-19 vaccines today and the Agency in charge of vaccination has created a registration portal for citizens. Here’s all you need to know about eligibility and access
In this conversation with 54gene COO, Delali Attipoe, she explains in detail what the healthtech startup is all about, why you should care, and what its newly launched genome sequencing lab means for African healthcare.
As the number of confirmed cases of COVID-19 increases in Nigeria, there’s more pressure on the healthcare system than ever before. The situation is making more Nigerians turn to telemedicine platforms for help.
In light of the coronavirus pandemic, Nigerian innovation hubs, Co-creation Hub and Ventures Platform Hub, are looking to sponsor projects that will give Africans a fighting chance against the virus.
Nairobi-based health tech startup, Ilara Health is giving peri-urban and rural clinics the opportunity to increase their revenue.
During a consumer outreach programme on Thursday in Bauchi, Mr. Phillip Eretan, a Deputy Director at the Nigerian Communications Commission (NCC), declared that radiation from telecommunication masts does not have any harmful effect on human health. According to a report by the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN), Phillips said the World Health Organisation (WHO) has confirmed…
Tech workers tend to experience chronic stress but they often neglect their health. Here’s a look into how their lifestyles pose huge health risks.
One cold harmattan night in the Wonjuga sub-district of Chereponi, Northern Region, Ghana, Baba is awoken by a familiar sound he hasn’t heard in quite a while. It’s his wife Awu, writhing in labour pains; the past 30-something weeks have been in anticipation of their third child. However, unlike the previous 2 occasions when Baba would have…
“There is a critical need for technology in the healthcare sector, Nigeria’s healthcare indices is very poor and among one of the worst in the world.” Sabaoth Technologies developed the All Purpose Medical Information System (APMIS) on the basis that technology provides the most effective way to disrupt the entire healthcare delivery system. Sabaoth founder,…
While making rounds of the internet today, I came across a very interesting piece about a smartphone that can test for sexually transmitted diseases. In 15 minutes, no less! The new device for smartphones was created by researchers at Columbia University and it can test for HIV and syphilis, providing accurate results in 15 minutes.…