A trophy for the top 25 startups in Africa./PHOTO: AI Illustration
The acknowledgment highlights the company's significant contributions to transforming healthcare delivery across the continent.
In a statement on their official LinkedIn page, Medbook Kenya Limited said the recognition proves that African startups are not just riding the wave.
"We are shaping it. From closing healthcare gaps to building scalable technology tailored for our context, Africa is creating the future of global health," the statement reads in part.
"For believing in our vision, and to Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation for supporting our AI powered healthcare work through their grant programme. ZEP-RE (PTA Reinsurance Company) We are grateful to our investor."
"This moment celebrates the progress of AI and digital health across the continent and our mission to build healthcare systems that truly serve our people."
Medbook's platform facilitates the digitisation of health records, enabling continuity of care across various healthcare settings, from urban hospitals to rural clinics.
The company's mission is to bridge the healthcare access gap by leveraging technology to connect patients, healthcare providers, and health systems seamlessly.
Established in 2016 in Nairobi, Kenya, Medbook is at the forefront of digital health innovation in Africa.
Under the leadership of Dr. Polly Okello, Medbook has expanded its operations beyond Kenya into Uganda, Tanzania, and Zambia.
This cross-border approach aims to create a unified health information ecosystem, ensuring that patients' medical histories are accessible regardless of their location.
Such integration is crucial for achieving Universal Health Coverage in Africa, where mobility across borders is common.
Medbook's innovative solutions also address the challenges posed by climate change. By incorporating climate resilience into its systems, the company ensures that healthcare services remain functional during extreme weather events, which often disrupt traditional healthcare infrastructure.
Medbook develops frameworks that allow African nations to maintain control over their citizens' health data while facilitating beneficial cross-border information exchange.
The company's commitment to data sovereignty and ethical data governance further sets it apart.
