Villgro Africa

We are a pharmaceutical company dedicated to improving access to medicine in East & Central Africa. We mainly focus on data-driven healthcare solutions that increase access and quality of information as well as facilitate safe, effective, and sustainable pharmaceutical supply chains across the industry. Our mission is to increase access to high-quality medicines, services, and information via technology solutions that improve affordability, health outcomes, and ease of use.

Drop Access is a women-led and youth-led non-governmental organization focused on promoting clean and climate-smart technologies in rural and off-grid communities. The organization develops a portable solar-powered cool box specifically designed for the delivery of vaccines and medical supplies in these areas. By integrating Internet of Things (IoT) technology, the cool box provides remote data collection and monitoring capabilities, including information on temperature, location, battery voltage, and operational status. This innovative approach not only enhances energy availability but also supports climate resilience, economic advancement, and equitable access to essential services while contributing to reduced carbon emissions.

Ilara Health, founded in 2018 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya, focuses on enhancing healthcare access in rural Africa by developing and distributing AI-powered diagnostic devices. These compact devices are designed for primary care doctors in peri-urban and rural clinics, providing accurate and affordable diagnostic services. Ilara Health integrates its technology within a proprietary platform that connects to an electronic medical record system, allowing healthcare providers to efficiently record and manage patient data. By leveraging existing healthcare infrastructure, Ilara Health aims to improve the accessibility and affordability of diagnostic services in underserved regions.

Turaco Inc. is an insurance technology company that specializes in providing health and life insurance services to low-income groups. Established in 2018 and based in Wilmington, Delaware, Turaco utilizes mobile technology to offer simplified insurance products and on-demand health loans. This approach addresses the healthcare financing needs of its customers, enabling them to access affordable medical coverage through manageable monthly premiums. By developing user-friendly mobile applications and online platforms, Turaco aims to enhance access to essential insurance services, particularly in emerging markets.

Kijenzi supplies institutions serving their communities with the products they need using distributed, localized manufacturing. We digitize the supply chain to deliver critical, hard to get items so that you can get back to doing what you do best… helping people.

Medixus operates with patient care and the professional development of our doctors at its core. We believe that quality patient care relies on smooth communication between healthcare professionals, and access to resources that will further their development.

Matibabu is a Phone Application that diagnoses malaria without pricking the body and is attached to a customized Device. The non-invasive diagnostic kit is used to detect malaria.

Neopenda innovates needs-based medical technologies for high-growth emerging markets. Their solution reduces response time to newborns in distress and helps healthcare workers to save more lives.