Initiatives

Advancing Digital Health Across Southern Africa


At the Southern African Digital Health Collaboration (SADHC), we are dedicated to transforming healthcare delivery through collaborative efforts and innovative solutions. Our initiatives focus on fostering shared strategies, building capacity, and enabling seamless health data exchange across borders. Below are the key initiatives we are currently undertaking to achieve our mission.

1. Shared Digital Health Strategies


We aim to develop and promote standardised digital health strategies across member countries to enhance interoperability and efficiency in healthcare systems. By sharing experiences, best practices, and collaboratively developing guidelines, we strive to streamline digital health initiatives and avoid duplication of efforts.


Key Activities:

  • Conducting Digital Health Landscape and Maturity Assessments
  • Developing common standards and protocols
  • Collaborating on policy and legislative frameworks


2. Capacity Building Programs


Our collaboration emphasises strengthening the digital health capabilities of healthcare professionals and stakeholders in the region. Through training programs, workshops, and knowledge-sharing platforms, we aim to foster innovation and empower individuals to effectively implement and manage digital health solutions.


Key Activities:

  • Organising training workshops and webinars
  • Establishing communities of practice
  • Providing resources and toolkits for digital health implementation

3. Health Data Exchange Initiatives


We are working towards enabling secure and standardised health data exchange across borders to improve patient care, especially for individuals receiving treatment in multiple countries. By adopting common patient identifiers and interoperability standards, we aim to facilitate seamless referrals and continuity of care.


Key Activities:

  • Developing protocols for cross-border health data exchange
  • Implementing unique patient identifier systems
  • Ensuring compliance with data protection regulations

Get Involved


We invite you to join us in our efforts to revolutionise healthcare through digital innovation. Whether you are a healthcare professional, policymaker, or simply passionate about improving health outcomes, there are many ways to contribute to our initiatives.