Lyfboat was invited to the Africa health business symposium 2016 in Nairobi, Kenya

VASANT VIHAR, India - Dec. 1, 2016 - PRLog -- Healthcare demands in Africa are changing. Africa's healthcare systems are at a turning point and the reforms that governments undertake over the next decade will be crucial in improving overall health in the continent.

A growing urban middle class is willing to pay for better treatment has opened the door to the private sector, which is starting to play a new vibrant role, often working in partnership with donors and governments to provide better healthcare facilities and increased access to medicine at an affordable price.Substantial investment will be needed to meet the growing demand – largely from low and middle-income households, which comprise 70 percent of Africa's purchasing power.

At this symposium, clear success stories and opportunities will be shared by experts from both the public and private sector that will effectively promote the growth of the private sector within the continent so as to be the true partner with the public sector in turning around the health indicators towards a Healthier Africa

The objective of the symposium is to promote the private health sector in Africa and to create partnerships that will increase the accessibility and affordability of healthcare for all Africans and will be a platform to openly discuss the 5 key game changers identified by Africa Health Business:

Healthcare Financing : Strategies towards achieving Universal Health Coverage

Human Resources for Health: Bridging the gap in Africa

Public Private Partnerships: Fostering Investments

Digital Technologies: Disruptive Technologies in Health

Supply Chain Management: Strengthening Accessibility and Efficiency