The State of Digital Health in Africa: Where We Are and What’s Next
Africa’s healthcare systems are under growing pressure. Rapid population growth, a rising burden of chronic disease, limited healthcare infrastructure, and shortages of skilled professionals continue to widen the gap between healthcare demand and access. In response, digital health has emerged not as a luxury, but as a critical pathway to strengthening healthcare delivery across the continent. From mobile health platforms and telemedicine services to electronic health records and artificial intelligence–driven diagnostics, digital health solutions are increasingly shaping how care is accessed, delivered, and managed.