The Journey of Medsaf. Revolutionising the Way Hospitals and Pharmacies Access Medication in Africa with Vivian Lawal

Episode #67 with Vivian Lawal, who is Founder of Medsaf, which is a curated medication marketplace for African hospitals and pharmacies.

 Medsaf is a global organisation with headquarters in the United States and a presence in Nigeria. They believe that quality medication is a fundamental human right. They focus on bringing high-quality medication manufacturers directly to pharmacies and hospitals, using our Medsaf platform. Their platform provides hospitals and pharmacies with access to credit, inventory management, and logistics. It’s a one-stop procurement service.

What We Discuss With Vivian

•  How does Medsaf differ from other medication marketplaces, and what unique value do you provide to your customers? 
• What is the current state of the Nigerian pharmaceutical sector at the moment?
• Low-quality and counterfeit medicines are an issue throughout Africa. How do you keep counterfeit drugs out of your supply chain?
•   In your opinion, what are some of the biggest challenges facing the healthcare industry in Africa, and how is Medsaf helping to address these challenges? 
• How have you managed to scale up your business in Nigeria while navigating numerous regulatory hurdles and compliance requirements?
• And much more…

Full show notes and resources can be found here: Unlocking Africa show notes

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