Medical Devices

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. 

The School of Pharmacy is the only provider of pharmacy education in the Western Cape and works closely with local health care providers to effectively train pharmacists for all sectors of the profession. Our undergraduate programme is designed to equip students with the necessary skills to become pharmacists that contribute significantly to the health care needs of the communities they serve. This is highlighted by a number of our graduates that serve in high level positions within the profession. We have active postgraduate programmes running in all disciplines and are able to promote

BRANDTECH Health Technology Consulting is a Strategy and Market Access consulting company established in 2006 by Mark Brand. We offer a strategic consulting service through a unique blend of sales, marketing, business development and management experience, with market access, health economics and reimbursement. We have built intimate knowledge and experience of the South African Healthcare market.