MYDAWA, a Kenyan health-tech startup has received a US $20 million capital injection from private equity investor Alta Semper Capital. The new investment marks Alta Semper’s entry into digital healthcare in Africa in the region
Founded in 2016, MYDAWA provides consumers across the region easy access to safe, affordable healthcare products and medical services, through a proprietary technology-based solution. The company controls and provides all its operations including logistics in-house to ensure service levels.
Over the years, MYDAWA has grown to become a fully regulated one-stop shop for healthcare with access to consultations, tests, referrals, and a continuous help desk, all accessed by whatever channel suits the customer.
At the same time, MYDAWA has also announced the acquisition of Uganda’s Guardian Health for an undisclosed sum. The pharmacy chain operates around 19 new stores in key locations in Kampala and neighbouring regions. The move, the startup says is its first steps in international expansion as it continues to seek potential acquisitions, collaborations and promising startups situated across Africa.
MYDAWA has also appointed Priscilla Muhiu to lead its Kenyan business. Priscilla is the former General Manager for Glovo Kenya, a position she has held since September 2020.