Medical Devices Startups in Africa

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Medical device market in East Africa is nascent but rapidly growing. Local production is limited, with most devices imported from China, India, and Europe. Challenges include high cost and lack of skilled healthcare professionals. Despite hurdles, opportunities exist for affordable and innovative solutions tailored to local needs.

Cummulative Funding

$709K+

Total # of Companies

2

Total Deal Count

3

Total M&A Count

0

Total # of Investors

5

List of Medical Devices startups in Africa

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StartupOverviewLast roundTotal raisedFounded
1.

VitruvianMD is a medical technology company that develops low-cost, diagnostic assistance tools for medical laboratories.

Seed

$ 659,000

2020

2.

Aviro is a South African startup which designs and builds digital health apps that address real world problems in healthcare delivery.

Non-equity Assistance

$ 50,000

2012

Founded

2020

Overview

VitruvianMD is a medical technology company that develops low-cost, diagnostic assistance tools for medical laboratories.

Last round

Seed

Total raised

$ 659,000

Employee

2-10

Founded

2012

Overview

Aviro is a South African startup which designs and builds digital health apps that address real world problems in healthcare delivery.

Last round

Non-equity Assistance

Total raised

$ 50,000

Employee

2-10

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