Private healthcare systems on the African continent are rapidly growing and improving, with key healthcare and evacuation hubs like Nairobi in Kenya, Johannesburg in South Africa and Rabat in Morocco,…
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Healthcare funders conference calls for collaboration
The Association of Healthcare Funders of Zimbabwe conference took place on 7 and 8 September. With delegates and speakers from multiple sectors, including health insurance, medical services and government, the…
Read MoreLiberty Health steps up child health efforts in Africa
Vaccines have played a critical role in reducing child mortality rates in Africa, particularly in terms of deaths associated with childhood diseases. Whilst a lot has improved in terms of…
Read MoreAfrica’s non-communicable disease burden
Non-Communicable Diseases (NCDs) continue to be a leading cause of death in Africa. Unhealthy lifestyles are a key risk factor leading to the increasing prevalence of NCDs. A shortage of…
Read MoreCancer: Silent killer in Africa
With more than 600 000 new diagnoses and over 450 000 deaths per year, cancer is a major killer in Africa. A study published in the September 2015 issue of…
Read MoreHow to make it in Africa
From renewable energy and technology to manufacturing and natural resources, in terms of investment opportunities, Africa is a continent of abundance. The most recent Global Economic Prospects report, published in…
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