10 South African Entrepreneurs Pioneering In HealthTech
10 South African Entrepreneurs Pioneering In HealthTech. South Africa has a growing HealthTech sector with several innovative entrepreneurs making significant contributions. These entrepreneurs demonstrate the innovation and impact of HealthTech in South Africa, addressing various challenges in the healthcare sector and improving access to quality care. Below are some of the entrepreneurs pioneering the South African HealthTech industry.
Dr Vuyane Mhlomi
Dr Vuyane Mhlomi is the founder and CEO of Quro Medical. Quro Medical focuses on providing affordable and high-quality healthcare through hospital-at-home solutions. They offer remote patient monitoring and home-based care services, reducing the need for prolonged hospital stays.
Saul Kornik
Saul Kornik is the co-founder of Healthforce. Healthforce aims to improve primary healthcare delivery by integrating telemedicine with nurse-led clinics. Their platform enables virtual consultations, improving access to medical professionals in under-resourced areas.
Dr William Mapham
Dr William Mapham is the founder of Vula Mobile. Vula Mobile connects healthcare professionals with specialists via a mobile app, facilitating quick referrals and improving patient care. It is particularly useful in remote and rural areas.
Nic Klopper
Nic Klopper is the founder of hearX Group. hearX Group offers digital health solutions for hearing care, including hearing screening and diagnostic tools accessible via smartphones. Their products aim to make hearing care more affordable and accessible.
Dr Nonhlanhla Sitole
Dr Nonhlanhla Sitole is the co-founder of Zoie Health. It was motherhood that motivated her. After the birth of her second child, she experienced postpartum depression, and realised how lonely it can be without proper support. What she really wanted was a sense of community to share her experiences with, and a real professional to point her in the right direction. Together, with her business partner they created Zoie to give women access from wherever they’re located.
Sheraan Amod
Sheraan Amod is the founder of RecoMed. Recomed is an online healthcare booking platform that connects patients with healthcare providers. It simplifies the process of finding and booking appointments with doctors, specialists, and other healthcare professionals.
Ifthakaar Shaik
Ifthakaar Shaik is the co-founder of Vitruvian Medical Diagnostics. Vitruvian Medical Diagnostics specializes in AI-driven diagnostic tools. They develop advanced imaging and diagnostic technologies to assist medical professionals in accurately diagnosing diseases.
Dr Musaed Abrahams
Dr Musaed Abraham is the founder of Aviro Health. Aviro Health develops digital tools to support healthcare workers and patients in managing chronic diseases, with a focus on HIV care. Their platforms help improve adherence to treatment and patient outcomes.
Gert van Wyk
Gert van Wyk is the founder of BioCertica, which offers personalized health solutions based on genetic testing. Their services include health risk assessments and personalized health plans to help individuals make informed lifestyle choices.
Zanele Matome
Zanele MMatome is the founder of Welo Health, a HealthTech company providing on-demand workplace and homecare services to health insurers and corporations.
