FutureLife Research Foundation is a Kenyan non-profit organization registered as a Company Limited by Guarantee (CLG) under the Companies Act, 2015. The Foundation was established to advance research, innovation, capacity strengthening, and sustainable development through evidence-based solutions that address pressing health, environmental, climate, and socio-economic challenges across Africa.

The Foundation works at the intersection of research, technology, and implementation science to develop, evaluate, and scale innovative solutions that improve health systems, environmental sustainability

Bloodline Medical Tech is a South African healthcare innovation company focused on improving emergency response and patient safety through rapid access to critical medical information.

Our flagship innovation, the QR-Based Blood Type Identification System, addresses a major healthcare challenge: delays in identifying patient blood types and accessing critical medical information during emergencies. In many cases, patients may be unconscious, unable to communicate, or without medical records, resulting in delays that can affect treatment outcomes.

The Bloodline system enables patients to create

The South African Medical Technology Industry Association (SAMED) was founded in 1985 and is committed to advancing patient care through medtech.

We work together with our members to build collective, objective and credible platforms to share knowledge and engage with stakeholders, and we support our members in growing a sustainable and ethical medtech industry that enhances patient access to innovative solutions.

Through our various committees, we promote the interests, knowledge and expertise of our members, increase the visibility, credibility and standing of the medtech industry, and

SupaO² is a device developed and patented by WaterMed. The device is used to sterilise and purify water utilising Oxygenation and UV light without chemicals, giving plants cleaner water, good nutrients and oxygen with a controlled management system that’s simple to operate, easy to maintain, with low running costs.

Rover Rollers specialises in the sale and distribution of hydraulic lift wheelchairs—innovative mobility solutions that combine the functionality of a standard wheelchair with the added benefit of a hydraulic lift system. This advanced feature allows users to adjust their seat height, enhancing accessibility, convenience, and comfort.

The lift mechanism empowers individuals to reach higher surfaces, navigate diverse environments with greater ease, and participate more fully in everyday activities, promoting independence and improved quality of life.

We are a close-ended investment company primarily focused on investments in JSE-listed companies. With a transparent net asset value (NAV) of R56 million, our portfolio reflects a strong South African equity market presence. Additionally, we have allocated a dedicated budget for investments in unlisted companies, strategically expanding our reach to provide further growth opportunities.

Chief Ralekhudu Enterprise

Introduction

At Chief Ralekhudu Enterprise, we are committed to empowering women, persons with disabilities, youth, and rural communities by providing specialized training in wheelchair repair, maintenance, servicing, and refurbishment. Our mission is to improve mobility access while fostering entrepreneurship and self-sufficiency among marginalized groups.

The Problem:

• Millions of people with disabilities lack access to affordable and reliable wheelchair repair services, limiting their mobility and independence.
• In rural and underserved areas, the shortage of trained

We are a trusted supplier with a robust distribution network serving Southern African countries and a well-established customer base that includes government hospitals, private hospitals, clinics, and resellers/distributors.

In our commitment to delivering best-in-class service, Codre has been awarded numerous tenders, with many clients extending their partnerships with us over the years.

As a medical equipment distributor for regional healthcare providers, we focus on delivering:

• Exceptional Value: Offering internationally competitive pricing through strategic product sourcing.
• Reliability

Stratos Medical, an Irish start-up is developing a novel vascular access device - the TrackSave device - for use in haemodialysis. Specifically, the device is aimed at:- 

- Reduced puncture damage to AV Fistulas:  Extend AVF patency and reduce vascular access complications and associated costs & morbidities 

-  Improved patient experience:  Pain-free, simple cannulation (2 from 3 cannulations) and improved dialysis experience 

- Improved dialysis facility workflows 

- Contribute to greater adoption of home haemodialysis.

Clinical trial management organization with a track record and experience to support medical device innovators with clinical trial planning and strategies, regulatory preparation and submissions to SAHPRA and ethics, clinical monitoring and other allied services.