Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Egypt has launched specialized clinics across major hospitals to address internet and video game addiction, expanding mental health services and promoting awareness around the psychological risks associated with excessive digital use.
The platform demonstrates how locally built digital health solutions can bridge accessibility gaps by connecting medical demand and supply in markets where healthcare delivery still depends heavily on face-to-face interaction.
Saudi startup SDM is partnering with Cornell University to study the eye microbiome in space, using AI and orbital research to unlock new treatments for eye disease. Backed by Saudi institutions, the firm is already saving sight for thousands and advancing predictive healthcare through retinal scans.
Morocco is launching a national digital platform to centralize and secure healthcare protocols for prevention, diagnosis, and patient care. The mobile-first system standardizes medical references, enables real-time updates, supports collaboration among professionals, and strengthens consistency across primary and specialized health services nationwide.
Morocco is launching a secure national protocol app to standardize medical care across the country. The platform will give healthcare workers real-time access to approved treatment guidelines, reducing regional disparities, improving patient safety, and laying the groundwork for a more integrated, digital-first public health system.
PulseTech has raised $3 million in pre-Series A funding to expand its Medbox platform and roll out One Pharmacy, a franchise network aimed at digitizing and regulating small pharmacies across Bangladesh. The startup focuses on authentic medicine sourcing, traceability, and operational efficiency. Backed by investors from Vietnam and Singapore, PulseTech has shown rapid revenue growth and now serves over 12,000 pharmacies nationwide.
Healthtech startup 21Doctors has secured pre-seed funding from angel investors to scale its Arabic-first AI-powered medical infrastructure. Headquartered in Saudi Arabia, the Jordan-founded company will expand its technology and partnerships across the Gulf, aligning with Vision 2030 to accelerate healthcare digitization.
BusyMed is addressing South Africa’s healthcare accessibility challenges by digitizing medicine delivery and pharmacy services. The app improves convenience for patients, especially in rural areas, by enabling medicine orders, prescription management, and healthcare consultations remotely. Its planned expansion into telehealth services reflects a broader vision to support primary healthcare digitally and affordably.