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Kaspersky warns of Digital Medicine Risks
Recent incidents show that medical services can be breached, and as a result, medical records may be leaked and then traded on the dark web. The operations of healthcare services can get disrupted. Another aspect is that healthcare platforms may…
Healthcare Under Attack? Why is Cybersecurity Now Critical?
Africa’s healthcare systems are facing a new kind of emergency. As hospitals, labs and clinics across the continent digitize, they are becoming prime targets for cybercriminals who are crippling critical services, exposing sensitive patient data and, in some cases, putting…
Elekta Appoints Nexeva Healthcare Solutions as Strategic Partner in South Africa
Elekta has appointed Nexeva Healthcare Solutions as its strategic partner in South Africa under a multi-year agreement. The appointment introduces a strengthened local operating model designed to enhance technical support, clinical engagement and commercial responsiveness for radiotherapy centres across both…
Is it Dangerous to Use AI for Medical Advice?
Researchers asked nearly 1,300 participants to identify possible health conditions and recommend a course of action across different scenarios. Some participants used large language model software to obtain a potential diagnosis and next steps, while others relied on traditional approaches…
Secure, POPIA-Compliant Cloud Storage for Healthcare Practices in South Africa
In today’s digital healthcare environment, data is at the heart of every medical practice. From patient records and referrals to imaging, billing, and internal communication, healthcare professionals rely on technology more than ever to deliver quality care. Yet with this…
HealthX Launches a Innovative Healthcare & Protection Plan for Kenya’s Commercial Motorbike Riders
HealthX, Kenya’s digital health services provider, announced the launch of HealthX Boda, a first-of-its-kind mobile solution designed to give the country’s commercial motorbike riders (boda boda riders) affordable, round-the-clock access to healthcare and essential accident protection. Boda boda riders are…
Vula Medical Wins 2025 FNB App of the Year for Transforming Rural Healthcare
The 2025 FNB App of the Year Awards took place in Johannesburg last night, uniting some of the brightest innovators in South African and African technology. The annual event once again highlighted the continent’s growing digital ecosystem, bringing together developers,…
Data centres – at the core of today’s healthcare
Benjamin Franklin famously said: “An investment in knowledge always pays the best interest”. This could not be more applicable when it comes to the collection and utilisation of data. And at the heart of this knowledge and resultant information lies…
Digital tools can transform Africa’s healthcare outcomes – and save the continent billions
Early screening and treatment. Much higher survival rates. And savings in the billions of dollars. From AI-powered medicine development to teleconsultations, technology can boost Africans’ health and livelihoods while growing economic and social impact across the continent. Access to quality…
The Financial Toll of Cancer in SA
Cancer is one of the fastest-growing health challenges in South Africa. According to the National Cancer Registry, over 100,000 new cases are diagnosed annually. While most conversations focus on the physical and emotional impact, the financial strain of the disease…
3 Days to for #HISA2025 Set for 22–23 October in Johannesburg!
The Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa (HISA) 2025, now in its 10th edition, has built a reputation as the continent’s premier gathering for healthcare leaders, innovators, and technology providers. This flagship event brings together healthcare leaders, tech innovators, policymakers, and investors to…
Exceptional Lineup of Speakers Confirmed for Africa’s Premier HealthTech Summit #HISA2025
The Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa (HISA) 2025 has announced an exceptional lineup of speakers for the 10th edition of the event, set to take place on 22–23 October 2025 at the Gallagher Convention Centre in Johannesburg. The summit, hosted by…
Making Sense of Medical Aid, Health Insurance, NHI & LCBO – What Employers Need to Know!
South Africa’s healthcare system is at a turning point, with the National Health Insurance (NHI) on the horizon and regulatory frameworks such as the Low-Cost Benefit Option (LCBO) gaining traction. The way in which South Africans access and pay for…
#HISA2025 Returns to Johannesburg for 10th Annual Healthcare Innovation Summit
The Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa (HISA) 2025, Africa’s leading platform for exploring the latest trends and technologies shaping the healthcare industry, will return to Johannesburg on 22–23 October 2025 for its 10th annual edition. Organized by IT News Africa, the…
How Is Technology Transforming the Health Sector
The health sector has always been one of the most important areas of society, but in recent years, it has also become one of the fastest-changing. Advances in digital tools, artificial intelligence, and new treatment methods. These are shaping the…
How Can Gap Cover Safeguard Your Savings as Medical Costs Rise?
Medical costs are rising rapidly, and medical inflation is outstripping the ability of medical aid schemes to keep up, even with annual premium increases. The result is a dramatic escalation in medical expense shortfalls, from doctors and specialists charging many…
