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    Top Five African Female Entrepreneurs in the Health and Wellness Industry

    Dr. Ola Orekunrin

    Founder of Flying Doctors Nigeria

    Dr. Ola Orekunrin is a Nigerian-born medical doctor and the founder of Flying Doctors Nigeria, the first air ambulance service in West Africa. She has revolutionized emergency medical care in the region, offering fast medical transport services to those in need. Dr. Orekunrin is also an advocate for healthcare innovation and improving access to quality medical services in underserved areas.

    Rebecca Enonchong

    Founder of AppsTech and CEO of Ennovate Africa

    While Rebecca Enonchong is widely known for her work in tech, she also contributes significantly to the health sector through her involvement in various healthcare technology initiatives. She is passionate about using technology to address health challenges in Africa, including improving access to healthcare services.

    Dr. Nonhlanhla Sitole

    Co-founder of Zoie Health, a digital women’s health and wellness clinic in South Africa, Dr. Sitole facilitates virtual medical consultations and contraceptive delivery subscriptions, aiming to make quality healthcare more accessible to women across Africa.

    Jacqueline Kiage

    Co-founder of Innovation Eye Centre in Kenya, Jacqueline established a social enterprise eye clinic providing affordable and accessible eye care services, including life-enhancing surgeries, to combat preventable blindness in rural communities.

    Nneile Nkholise

    Founder of iMed Tech Group in South Africa, Nneile provides innovative medical solutions to the healthcare sector. Her achievements have earned her a spot on Forbes Africa’s 30 under 30 Technology list for 2018. 

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