The article discusses the growing market of telemedicine in Africa and highlights several startups that are driving the adoption of telemedicine services across the continent. The COVID-19 pandemic has significantly impacted the perception of health and wellness, leading to an increased focus on digital health solutions.

The Digital Health market in Africa is projected to experience a 15.42% growth between 2023 and 2027, reaching a market volume of $10.42 billion by 2027. This growth is fueled by the emergence of innovative health startups that enable patients to access medical care from the comfort of their homes.

Telemedicine startups in Africa are leveraging technology and digital platforms to bridge the gap between healthcare providers and patients, particularly in remote and underserved areas. Some notable startups mentioned in the article include:

1. DabaDoc: Founded in 2014, DabaDoc simplifies the process of finding doctors and allows patients to book appointments online.

2. Waspito: A Cameroonian healthtech startup that connects users with medical doctors through instant video consultations and offers mobile laboratory services.

3. Tibu Health: A Kenyan healthtech company that provides convenient and coordinated healthcare services through advanced technologies, including home consultations, lab work, and COVID-19 tests.

4. Rocket Health: A Ugandan startup offering telemedicine services such as doctor consultations, laboratory sample pickups, and medicine delivery.

5. Clafiya: A Nigerian digital healthcare community that combines telemedicine and in-person visits to provide on-demand primary care services.

6. Zuri Health: A telemedicine company operating in multiple African countries, offering apps, websites, and SMS services for affordable and accessible healthcare solutions.

7. Quro Medical: A Johannesburg-based digital health company that provides tech-driven Hospital at Home services, monitoring patient health in real-time.

8. Carepoint: A technology-driven healthcare startup that sets up telemedicine centers and micro-tech-enabled clinics, offering a wide range of services through teleconferencing.

9. Otida: A Cairo-based healthtech startup that supports diabetic patients through digital therapeutics, wearables, and continuous remote monitoring.

10. Contro: A South African startup offering an online prescription and delivery service for sexual health and confidence products, including digital doctor consultations.

The article concludes by emphasizing the potential of telemedicine services to bridge healthcare gaps, improve access to quality care, and contribute to a healthier and more equitable society in Africa.

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