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Travel & Tourism

Cape Town’s Most Stunning Wedding Venues

Maravi Post Reporter

Whether you’re dreaming of an intimate ceremony beneath ancient oak trees, a celebration overlooking the Atlantic Ocean, or a romantic vineyard wedding surrounded by mountains and rolling vines, Cape Town’s wedding venues cater to every style and scale.

We’ve compiled a curated guide to Cape Town’s most beautiful wedding venues…

CBD, Atlantic Seaboard and Surrounds

Mount Nelson, A Belmond Hotel

If walls could talk, The Mount Nelson Hotel, fondly known as The Pink Lady, would share over a century of “I do’s.” With lush gardens made for fairy-tale ceremonies, classic ballroom-style reception rooms, and views of Table Mountain peeking through the trees, it’s no wonder couples from around the world fall in love with this place.

Location: 76 Orange St, Gardens.
Price: Packages start from R2100 per guest, with a minimum of 50 guests
Website: www.belmond.com

mount nelson wedding venue

12 Apostles Hotel & Spa

Say “I do” at this award-winning five-star hotel, overlooking the stunning ocean views of Camps Bay. Whether you and your 80 guests are indulging in gourmet cuisine or dancing the night away under a beautiful marquee, there are various packages to suit your style.

Location: Victoria Rd, Camps Bay.
Price: Packages start from R 19,260 per wedding couple
Website: www.12apostleshotel.com

Twelve Apostles wedding

One&Only Cape Town

One&Only Cape Town is a dreamy destination to tie the knot. Their friendly team helps turn your ideas into reality, from planning your wedding ceremony and reception to adding those little touches that make the day uniquely yours.

Location: Dock Rd, Victoria & Alfred Waterfront
Price: Venue hire is from R18 150.
Website: www.oneandonlyresorts.com/cape-town

Radisson Collection Hotel

Radisson Collection Hotel, Waterfront Cape Town offers spacious venues perfect for your big day. Say “I do” by the private marina with the Atlantic Ocean and Table Mountain as your backdrop. Then kick off your wedded bliss with a relaxing coastal honeymoon.

Location: 100 Beach Road, Granger Bay Blvd, Mouille Point
Price: Price on request, tailored to your needs
Website: www.radissonhotels.com

Dolphin Beach Hotel

With its rolling lush green lawns, a prime beachfront location, and backdrop of Table Mountain, Dolphin Beach Hotel is a picture-perfect location for your big day. The various wedding venues accommodate 24 to 130 guests, and the team takes care of everything.

Location: 1 Marine Dr, Bloubergstrand
Website: www.visitdolphinbeach.com

Blaauwberg Beach Hotel

Located in Bloubergstrand, this seaside hotel does everything from planning the reception to arranging guest accommodation. A dedicated wedding coordinator works closely with couples to create the most memorable celebrations.

Location: 106 Beach Blvd, Bloubergstrand
Price: Price on request, tailored to your needs
Website: www.blaauwbergbeachhotel.co.za

Southern Suburbs

Cellars Hohenort

At this five-star hotel, choose from contemporary Cape Dutch elegance, an outdoor setting beneath ancient trees, or indoor spaces with garden views. The Hohenort building adjoins the Arch, allowing a natural flow from ceremony to canapés and champagne.

Location: 93 Brommersvlei Rd, Constantia Heights
Price: Pricing on request.
Website: www.thecellars-hohenorthotel.com

Steenberg Hotel

Surrounded by traditional Cape Dutch homesteads, vineyard and mountain vistas, and manicured gardens, Steenberg offers an idyllic and romantic venue to begin your next chapter. Say your vows on the lush lawns in front of the manor house, then celebrate with a curated menu.

Location: Steenberg Rd, Tokai
Price: Price on request.
Website: steenbergfarm.com

The Alphen Hotel

Design your dream wedding at The Alphen Boutique Hotel. Exchange vows beneath ancient oak trees with historic architecture as your backdrop. Choose from three venues: The Rolling Lawn, Incognito, or Blanko, ideal for celebrations of 60 to 150 guests.

Location: Alphen Dr, Alphen
Website: www.alphen.co.za

Cape Point Vineyards

Cape Point Vineyards provides a stunning backdrop for your wedding. Exchange vows on the Ceremony Lawn with sweeping views of the ocean, mountains, and vineyards, or celebrate beneath a charming pavilion. The Ballroom hosts up to 180 guests, while the Main Deck creates a scenic space for sundowners, canapés, or dining with friends and family.

Location: Silvermine Rd, Noordhoek
Price: From R65 000
Website: cpv.co.za

Norval Foundation

For couples drawn to art, culture, and refined design, the Norval Foundation provides a memorable backdrop for your special day. The venue’s striking architecture and Sculpture Garden will make for the best photographs.

Location: 4 Steenberg Rd, Tokai
Price: From R12,500
Website: www.norvalfoundation.org

Black Marlin Restaurant

While this is a restaurant, it also hosts weddings, with beautiful indoor and outdoor settings. Set in Simon’s Town, the venue captures effortless beach-chic style, while the team works their magic behind the scenes to make your special day nothing short of extraordinary.

Location: Millers Point, Simon’s Town

Price: Price on request
Website: www.blackmarlin.co.za

Winelands

Groot Constantia

At South Africa’s oldest wine estate, your dream wedding comes to life in one of two enchanting venues: Simon’s Restaurant and Jonkershuis Restaurant. Simon’s offers flexible packages tailored to your every need, whether you want a DJ to get the party started, a photographer to capture every moment, or party with your guests on the dance floor. Jonkershuis is perfect for both intimate gatherings of around 20 guests and grand celebrations hosting 100 to 200 attendees.

Location: Groot Constantia Rd, Constantia.
Website: grootconstantia.co.za

La Petite Ferme

Ever since its grand debut in 1984, La Petite Ferme has cemented its reputation as one of the most sought-after destinations in the Cape Winelands. Nestled atop the Franschhoek Pass, the award-winning destination can host functions for up to 70 guests during the summer months and up to 45 guests during the winter months, with appealing accommodation packages to match.

Location: Pass Road, Franschhoek.
Website: lapetiteferme.co.za

La Roche Estate

This Winelands venue is what dream weddings are made of. Best known for The Sanctuary, a structure built on an island in the middle of a lake, this monumental, glass-arched space is flooded with natural light and views. The Festival Hall, a grand and meticulously designed space that mirrors the Italian finishes and Roman-inspired architecture of The Sanctuary, can host up to 180 guests. On-site accommodation is also available.

Location: Robertsvlei Rd, Franschhoek
Website: www.larocheestate.com

Seven Sisters Vineyards

The estate features two curated wedding spaces, complemented by full event coordination and in-house catering. Couples can exchange vows on the terrace, complete with a wedding arch, seating, red carpet, and PA system, accommodating 40 to 170 guests against a backdrop of vineyards and the Lynedoch Hills. The main venue is suited for intimate receptions of 40 to 100 guests and comes fully equipped with standard tables, chairs, crockery, cutlery, and glassware.

Location: Annandale Rd, Stellenbosch
Website: www.sevensisters.co.za

Kilima Franschhoek

Kilima does all the work to make your wedding super special, with a wedding package that handles every detail to bring your dream wedding to life. The team can also connect you with their trusted network of suppliers to make your wedding day magical.

Location: 21 Roux St, Franschhoek
Website: kilimafranschhoek.co.za

Brookdale Estate

With sweeping vineyard views and rolling hills, Brookdale Estate provides a gorgeous backdrop for your wedding day. Reserve the Brookdale Manor House as a private villa and enjoy exclusive access to its flowing interiors, reception rooms, outdoor terraces, manicured gardens, and event lawn. The dedicated Manor House team ensures everything is curated down to the last detail.

Location: Hawequa Bos Pad, Klein Drakenstein Rd, Paarl
Website: brookdale-estate.com

Webersburg Wine Estate

Webersburg in Stellenbosch offers a romantic setting for your wedding day. With five venues to choose from: the lawns, wine cellar, alfresco venue, marquee area, and main venue – there’s something to suit every style. The team will work closely with you to create a package that aligns with your vision, with the option to include accommodation.

Location: Webersburg Estate, Annandale Rd, Stellenbosch
Website: webersburg.co.za

Jordan Wine Estate

Say your nuptials on the Deck or Lawn at Jordan Wine Estate, then continue the celebration with a reception in one of their venues. Striking vineyard views and Jordan’s meticulous attention to detail create a wedding experience that is both intimate and unforgettable.

Location: Stellenbosch Kloof Road, Vlottenberg, Stellenbosch
Website: www.jordanwines.com

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AMA, Health

Zimbabwe strengthens integrated cancer services to improve women’s health

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Geneva, Switzerland, 19 November 2025 -/African Media Agency(AMA)/-Zimbabwe is intensifying efforts to improve the prevention, early detection and treatment of breast and cervical cancers by integrating cancer and chronic disease services into primary health care. This approach aims to bring essential health services closer to communities and ensure women have equitable access to quality care.

Cervical cancer accounts for almost 41% of all cancers among women in the country, followed by breast cancer at 13%, according to Zimbabwe’s National Cancer Registry. To address the burden, the Ministry of Health and Child Care (MoHCC), with support from World Health Organization (WHO) and partners, is implementing measures to strengthen integrated cancer services across the health system.

In July 2025, WHO handed over medical equipment worth US$ 20 000 to the MoHCC to support service delivery at the primary health level. The specialized equipment can be used to screen for noncommunicable diseases, including diabetes and hypertension.

Building on this support, MoHCC and WHO held training of trainers sessions in August 2025 for health professionals from Mashonaland West and Matabeleland South provinces.

“Many cancers are preventable. Let us spread the word and let all women know about it,” says Esther Ngaru, one of the trainees and reproductive health officers at MOHCC.

Twenty-five health professionals were trained on integrating the management of breast and cervical cancers, mental health and chronic diseases, as well as   coordinated provision of prevention, screening, diagnosis, treatment and care services.  

The trainers are spreading this knowledge to frontline health workers to strengthen prevention, screening and treatment at community level.

“Thanks to this training, our screening will be more effective than ever,” says Audrey Musorowembudzi, a nurse at Hurungwe Rural Health Centre. “At my facility, I will share this knowledge with my colleagues so that no woman is left behind.”

In Karoi, a town in Mashonaland West Province, seven primary health care nurses and village health workers have already benefited from these trainings.  

Village health worker Angeline Mukusa from Chigumbura Village says she will use the lessons learned to raise awareness in her community. “Cancer is a major concern where I live,” she says. “I will encourage early detection and HPV vaccination for girls. Cancer is treatable if detected early and this will save many lives.”

According to the district’s medical officer Dr Munyaradzi Chidaushe this approach is already improving service delivery. “This work is transformative. Village health workers can identify and refer women suspected of breast or cervical cancer more easily. Prevention is key to protecting communities,” he says.

These activities are part of the Women’s Integrated Care for Cancer Services (WICS) project, led by the WHO Regional Office for Africa with support from Roche. Implemented in Côte d’Ivoire, Kenya and Zimbabwe, the project aims to strengthen integrated breast and cervical cancer services within primary health care. Zimbabwe was selected because its established cervical cancer programme provides a foundation for integrating additional services for cancer and chronic diseases.

“Through the commitment of health workers, the leadership of MOHCC, and the support of WHO and partners, Zimbabwe is taking a decisive step towards reducing the burden of breast and cervical cancer,” says Dr Desta Tiruneh WHO Representative in Zimbabwe. “These efforts bring the country closer to a future where no woman dies from a preventable or treatable cancer and where health systems truly serve communities with equity and compassion.”

Distributed by African Media Agency (AMA) on behalf of WHO.

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Travel & Tourism

Luxury Stays At Top Wine Farms In Cape Town

Maravi Post Reporter

Love the atmosphere of sweeping vineyards and hate it when you wine estate visit comes to an end? Now you can book your sleep over experiences at a selection of some of the finest wine farms in the Cape.

Here are some of our top picks:

Benguela Cove Lagoon Wine Estate

Located on the Hermanus Wine Route, the award-winning Benguela Cove stuns with its waterfront villas. These villas are individually decorated with modern finishes and equipped with en-suite bedrooms, high-speed Wi-Fi, private swimming pools, cosy hot tubs, and outdoor braai areas. The accommodation is pet-friendly, so you are welcome to bring along your furry friend. Savour exceptional cuisine at the on-site Moody Lagoon Restaurant, or elevate your stay with personalised private chef services.

Location: R43, Botriver Lagoon Walker Bay, Hermanus.
Website: www.benguelacove.co.za/

Spier Wine Estate

The newly revamped Spier Hotel is a luxe retreat. Designed in a village-style layout, its 80 elegant rooms and suites open onto wild, fynbos-rich gardens. Each space is thoughtfully curated with natural wood finishes, plush textiles, and original works from the Spier Art Collection. For those seeking added privacy, Spier’s Garden and Riverside Villas offer the ultimate escape. These three-bedroom sanctuaries come complete with a private heated pool, outdoor entertainment area, art-filled interiors, and a dedicated team, including a

private chef. There is plenty to see and do on the farm, from wine tasting, heritage walks, art spaces, and a spa.

Location: R310 Baden Powell Dr, Stellenbosch.
Website: www.spier.co.za/stay/

cape winelands spier wine farm

D’Aria Winery

Experience the charm of staying among the vineyards at one of Durbanville’s most celebrated wine farms. D’Aria Winery offers 12 luxury self-catering cottages, equipped with all modern amenities, including a TV, tea and coffee facilities, basic kitchen appliances, and a mini-bar fridge. These cosy cottages feature one double and one twin room, comfortably accommodating up to four guests, a complimentary bottle of wine, and a private braai area. We suggest you enjoy lazy afternoons savouring the estate’s exquisite wine collection, perfectly paired with their delicious cheese boards and platters.

Location: M13 Tygerberg Valley Rd, Durbanville.
Website: www.dariawinery.co.za/

Daria

Rickety Bridge

For a luxurious stay in the heart of the Cape Winelands, Rickety Bridge offers two stunning accommodation options with views of the Franschhoek Mountains. The 5-star Manor House features three elegant en-suite rooms, each with modern comforts like air conditioning, a minibar, premium bedding, and underfloor heating.

Just across the river, the 4-star Basse Provence Country House offers a relaxed countryside stay. It includes a luxury room, a two-bedroom family loft, five en-suite rooms in the Country House, and a private two-bedroom cottage. All rooms come with air conditioning, satellite TV, minibar, and free Wi-Fi. A swimming pool and scenic five-minute walk to Paulina’s Restaurant and the Wine Tasting Centre make it the perfect vineyard escape.

Location: R45, Franschhoek.
Website: www.ricketybridge.com/

Laborie Wine Estate

Tucked at the foot of Paarl Mountain, Laborie Wine Estate offers a serene retreat in the heart of the Cape Winelands. Accommodation includes Werf Luxury Rooms, Werf Deluxe Suites, Vineyard luxury, Vineyard deluxe rooms, Luxury Villa Rooms, and Deluxe Villa Suites, each blending heritage charm with modern comforts like fireplaces, walk-in showers, and lounge areas. The estate features three dining experiences: Stoep, a bistro-style restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, and dinner; Suzanne, where you can enjoy cocktails and tapas; or a romantic, seasonal picnic on the Manor House lawn, complete with a bottle (or two) of Laborie’s finest.

Location: Taillefer Street, Laborie Wine Estate, Paarl.
Website: laborieestate.co.za/

laborie Wine Estate

La Roche Wine Estate

One word comes to mind when visiting La Roche Wine Estate in the Franschhoek Valley: grand. Stay in one of the estate’s luxury self-catering cottages, Chardonnay or Pinot Noir, each sleeping two guests with a king-size bed, a fully equipped kitchen, an indoor fireplace, a braai area, a shower, and a private hot tub. Travelling with family or friends? The Family Suite accommodates up to six guests and features an outdoor boma and pool area. La Roche also offers exclusive wine tastings and immersive vineyard tours.

Location: Robertsvlei Rd, Franschhoek.
Website: www.larocheestate.com/

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Diemersfontein Wine and Country Estate

This Wellington wine and country estate is home to beautifully furnished cottages surrounded by serene gardens and vineyards. Diemersfontein has 22 en-suite guest rooms and a Thulani Cottage for larger groups. The cottage is equipped with a kitchen, a spacious lounge and dining area, a bathroom, 1 double bedroom, two single rooms, and an outdoor seating area. You can experience a curated wine tasting, paired or enjoyed on its own, at the tasting area, followed by a dining experience at Smul restaurant.

Location: Jan van Riebeeck Drive, Wellington.
Website: www.diemersfontein.co.za/

La Petite Ferme

Situated on the slopes of the Oliphants Pass and Middagkrans Mountain Range, La Petite Ferme is an idyllic haven for those seeking a peaceful retreat. Guests can choose to stay at the Manor House, Vineyard Suites, or Winery Suites, each offering breathtaking vistas and uncompromising comfort. In-room amenities include extra-length king-size beds with en-suite bathrooms and underfloor heating, a complimentary stocked minibar, a smart TV, and Wi-Fi. Spoil yourself with gourmet meals at the on-site restaurant, renowned for its farm-to-table cuisine, and a wine tasting experience showcasing their delicious varietals.

Location: Pass Road, Franschhoek.
Website: lapetiteferme.co.za/

Steenberg Wine Estate

This 5-star hotel offers the best in Winelands luxury, with everything from a championship 18-hole golf course to award-winning restaurants. Set against a backdrop of vineyard and mountain views, accommodation ranges from elegant suites and superior rooms to spacious premier, classic, and family rooms. For those seeking extra privacy, two-and three-bedroom villas provide a more exclusive stay.

Food lovers will be in their element. Dine at the elegant Tryn Restaurant, enjoy a curated wine tasting in the mountainside cellar, or savour contemporary tapas at the stylish Bistro Sixteen82. And for the ultimate indulgence, spoil yourself with a luxurious treatment at the hotel’s serene spa.

Location: Steenberg Rd, Tokai, Cape Town.
Website: steenbergfarm.com/hotel/

Jordan Wine Estate

The luxury suites at Jordan Wine Estate offer sweeping panoramas of rolling vineyards and the Stellenbosch Mountains. Each suite blends elegance with comfort. Expect Egyptian cotton linen, a Nespresso coffee machine, free Wi-Fi, a Smart TV, and a stylish en-suite bathroom. Step outside onto your private veranda – the perfect spot for a morning coffee or sunset glass of wine. Most suites also feature a bath, a walk-in shower, a king-sized bed, cosy fireplace, and a separate lounge.

Start your day with a gourmet breakfast or relaxed alfresco lunch at The Cellar Door at Jordan, then immerse yourself in the estate’s rich terroir with a bespoke 360° wine tasting and vineyard tour.

Location: Stellenbosch Kloof Road, Vlottenberg, Stellenbosch.
Website: www.jordanwines.com/stay-with-us/

Brookdale Wine Estate

Brookdale Wine Estate offers a luxurious and tranquil retreat. Choose from five elegant Manor Suites in the main building, or enjoy added privacy in the secluded Vineyard Suite, set in an adjacent building. For the ultimate indulgence, book The Manor House, an exclusive-use villa surrounded by sweeping valleys and wild fynbos. Perfect for families or small groups, it accommodates up to 12 adults and 2 children under 12, and includes the services of a private chef, butler, housekeeper, and villa manager. A minimum two-night stay is required. Your stay includes a daily à la carte breakfast, selected beverages, tea and coffee, and access to a private pool, pool house, terrace, office/study, and fitness room.

Location: Hawequa Bos Pad, Klein Drakenstein Rd, Paarl.
Website: brookdale-estate.com/

 

 

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Health

OPINION PIECE: THE FUTURE OF AFRICAN HEALTHCARE

Maravi Post Reporter

CONTRIBUTOR: Dr Allan Pamba – Africa Network Lead, Roche Diagnostics, EMEA-LATAM

CO-DESIGNING THE FUTURE OF AFRICAN HEALTHCARE – A tale of partnership beyond borders

 By: Dr Allan Pamba – Africa Network Lead, EMEA-LATAM at Roche Diagnostics

There are approximately 1.4 billion people in Africa, with a median age of 20.1. The potential for economic growth on our singular continent is any global economy’s dream. To fully unlock this demographic dividend, we would do well by creating working partnerships that accelerate our investments in the education and health of this population.

As healthcare businesses, we have an invaluable role to play in moving forward the health access agenda.5 Every African deserves quality care. And as a business, we can indeed remain profitable if we find creative ways of sustainably contributing to delivering quality care.

As a leader in diagnostics, Roche has a 10-year strategic plan to deliver twice the number of medical advances at half the cost to society. We believe that access to quality healthcare for all Africans is possible. It will take various stakeholder groups working together in a well-coordinated manner.

Beyond the innovations we create, we must find innovative vehicles to take quality diagnostics and treatments to the people. Partnerships – between healthcare stakeholders, providers, governments, corporates, NGOs etc. – are critical to creating the vehicles we need to conquer Africa’s dual burden of communicable and non-communicable diseases (NCDs). NCDs like hypertension, diabetes and heart diseases are among the contributors to high mortality rates; communicable diseases like HIV/AIDS, malaria, tuberculosis and acute respiratory infections are also significant challenges. We need to unpack what true partnerships are to build them successfully.2

As we identify the collaborators who will join forces with us to ease the African burden, it is important to distinguish where a transactional relationship suffices and where only a strategic relationship can deliver desired goals. The latter requires more investment in time and effort to craft correctly. Successful global health partnerships are, in essence, strategic. For example, Roche recently partnered with the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC), Philipps-University Marburg, the Deutsche Investitions-und Entwicklungsgesellschaft (DEG) and the German Federal Ministry for Economic Cooperation and Development to strengthen diagnostics infrastructure and capacity in north-eastern Tanzania. This is a strategic partnership with a long-term vision in mind.

True partners are bonded by transparency, trust and mutual respect. Each partner’s specific objectives are shared transparently. And whereas there may be variations in some goals, the ultimate vision to be delivered is always shared. Finally, it is clear what unique strengths each partner brings to the table. In the end, the whole is larger than the sum of its parts. 

There are different kinds of partnerships. When different African countries work together in true collaboration, we can achieve far more than they would individually. For example, the Zazibona collaborative medicines registration partnership is paving the way for cooperation across borders and is fast-tracking access to medicine for people from 16 African countries. This initiative addresses widespread African healthcare challenges, such as delayed product applications, high staff turnover, long registration times, inadequate financial resources and limited capacity to assess certain types of products such as biologicals and biosimilars.3

At Roche, we aim to share innovations that can potentially increase access to diagnostics tenfold in Africa. But we can’t accept that patients won’t experience their benefits. Traditionally, higher-income groups have few problems accessing the diagnostics they need. To reach the poorer majority, we need to think differently. In many African countries, most people cannot simply walk into a private hospital to get a viral test. But we still need to reach them. We need to take a less traditional approach to make this happen. That means collaboration on a broader scale, to find partners who can help us overcome logistical, financial and social barriers. 

To increase the number of patients we reach tenfold, we must understand the reality in public facilities throughout the continent and identify opportunities to build access models in partnership with all the stakeholders involved. We must even consider, in some cases, that we could partner with other healthcare providers (within what is allowed by laws and regulations) for the sake of better access for under-served patient populations. There are a few critical questions we are addressing as we reflect on our present and future partnerships in Africa:

  • Do our diagnostics solutions optimally meet the unique specifications of the African environment, or is there room for some customisation?
  • Do the African trade and regulatory environments allow for rapid and efficient expansion of diagnostics?
  • Does the continent have sufficient trained healthcare personnel (lab technicians, pathologists etc.) to process and interpret laboratory results?

Some aspects of these questions fall within our sphere of control. Most are within the control of our potential partners. This final question above is one of the most critical and challenging to address. To illustrate that, consider that Africa has approximately one pathologist per one-million people.4 This is a glaring barrier in our journey to access pathology diagnostics. How do we come together to address it? Well, what if, rather than physically sending patients to pathologists, we brought pathologists to them by leveraging technology?

The ongoing digital transformation in Africa is an opportunity that can be leveraged. We can build a bridge with technology, connecting pathologists throughout Africa (and indeed the rest of the world) with medical facilities across the continent. Today, physical distance and logistical challenges need not be the barriers they once were. Further, if we can make our borders porous to trade and the movement of talent, and if we can overcome regulatory hurdles through harmonisation across borders, this approach to telemedicine can quickly and substantially increase our reach to patients.                                                                             

Digital healthcare or telemedicine is an invaluable driver in our journey upstream to access. Cross-country and even cross-continental partnerships can fast-track diagnostics and drastically boost access to pathology all over Africa. For many people in Africa, life remains a hit-and-miss – a lottery dependent on where one is born. We can all work together to ensure that proximity – one of the continent’s most significant challenges – is no longer a barrier to access.

If just for a moment, we pull back and look at Africa as a soaring eagle would, rather than getting lost in minutiae, no doubt we all wish to see all 54 countries as one greater community, interconnected and collaborative. The nascent Africa Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA)6 gives me hope. Let us, each in our respective roles, enable Africa to join up and get stronger. Let us act and work together to improve the eagle’s view.

References:

  1. https://www.worldometers.info/world-population/africa-population/
  2. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7122505/
  3. https://link.springer.com/article/10.1007/s43441-020-00154-y#:~:text=History%20of%20ZaZiBoNa,%2C%20and%20Zimbabwe%20%5B11%5D
  4. https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7276345/
  5. https://www.un.org/en/chronicle/article/advancing-global-health-agenda
  6. https://au-afcfta.org/