- Forbes Africa's 30 Under 30 celebrates young innovators and social impact leaders
- Andrew Ddembe, CEO of MobiKlinic, works to bridge healthcare gap in Africa
- Ddembe's personal experience with limited healthcare inspired the creation of MobiKlinic
Marking the 10th anniversary of Forbes Africa's prestigious "30 Under 30" list, the 2024 class celebrates young individuals driven by innovation, social impact, and a desire to forge their own paths.
Andrew Ddembe, the Co-founder and CEO of MobiKlinic,
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Among them is Andrew Ddembe, the Co-founder and CEO of MobiKlinic, a Ugandan healthtech company.
Ddembe's passion for health equity stems from a personal experience. Losing his grandmother due to limited healthcare in rural areas ignited a fire within him. Witnessing similar disparities across sub-Saharan Africa during his travels further solidified his resolve to bridge the healthcare gap.
Ddembe and his team at the MobiKlinic
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The stark reality is that many African communities, particularly those in remote locations, face significant challenges accessing basic medical services. These obstacles often involve long distances and high costs, contributing to a disproportionate burden of preventable diseases.
Ddembe's solution is MobiKlinic, a platform leveraging technology to empower communities. By providing digital tools for basic healthcare training, delivery, and access to affordable services, MobiKlinic aims to revolutionize healthcare access in Africa. Notably, the platform also focuses on improving sexual and reproductive health through specialized services and education.
Past milestones
Ddembe's vision began to take shape in early 2019 when his idea won the Sandoz HACk, a global health access challenge. This victory came with €20,000 in seed funding, which jumpstarted the development of MobiKlinic. Today, the company is actively serving townships across Uganda.
"My story is a testament to the power of human compassion, innovation, and unwavering determination," Ddembe said.
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"It is a journey that continues to unfold, driven by the profound belief that healthcare is not a privilege, but a fundamental right for every human being."
The rigorous selection process for the "30 Under 30" list ensured that the chosen individuals are not just successful but also possess the integrity and dedication to make a lasting positive impact.
Below is the list of this year's Forbes Africa 30 Under 30
- Alex Mativo, 29, Kenya
CEO and Co-founder, E-LAB, Nanasi and Duck
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Industry: Multiple ventures
- Ann-Kathrin Joos, 28, South Africa
CEO and Founder, Standard Beauty
Industry: Beauty
- Vimbai Masiyiwa, 29, Zimbabwe
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CEO, Batoka Hospitality
Industry: Tourism
- Andrew Ddembe, 28, Uganda
Co-founder and CEO, MobiKlinic
Industry: Healthtech
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- Chad Jones, 28, South Africa
Social Media Content Creator and Brand Influencer
Industry: Social media
- Adedamola Oyinlola Adefolahan (Fireboy DML), 28, Nigeria
Singer-songwriter
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Industry: Entertainment
- Tyla Laura Seethal, 22, South Africa
Singer-Songwriter
Industry: Entertainment
- Ayushi Chandaria, 26, Kenya
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Founder, Design Thinking Program (Kenya)
Industry: Education
- Ama Qamata, 25, South Africa
Actress, Producer
Industry: Entertainment
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- Daniel Novitzkas, 28, South Africa
Co-founder and Chairman of the Board, Specno
Industry: Software Development and Technology Solutions
- Prisca Wegesa Magori, 29, Tanzania
CEO and Co-founder, TenTen Explore and Smart EFD
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Industry: Software Development
- Luke Mostert, 27, South Africa
Co-founder and Chief Strategy Officer, CatalyzU
Industry: EdTech & JobTech
- Arooj Sheikh, 28, Kenya
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Founder and CEO, Beyond Kenyan Bars
Sector: Social development
- Kenneth M. Njeru, 25, Kenya
Director and Founder, Africa Afya Healthcare
Industry: Health Investment Services
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- Cayley Jorgensen, 29, South Africa
CEO and Founder, Ingage Support; Registered Counselor
Sector: Mental health
- Hildah Magaia, 29, South Africa
Forward for Mazatlán F.C Femenil and Banyana Banyana
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Industry: Sport – Football
- Victor Osimhen, 25, Nigeria
Footballer and Striker for Super Eagles
Industry: Sport – Football
- Tobi Amusan, 26, Nigeria
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Track and Field Athlete
Industry: Sport – Athletics
- Damian Willemse, 25, South Africa
Stormers and Springboks rugby player
Industry: Sport – Rugby
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- Ricardo Lognath, 29, South Africa
Co-Founder and CEO, Omninela Medical
- Nicolas Lognath, 27, South Africa
Co-Founder and Director, Omninela Medical
Industry: Healthcare/E-commerce
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- Ruth Erikan James, 29, Nigeria
Founder, Veekee James
Industry: Fashion
- Shaun Maswanganyi, 23, South Africa
Track and Field Athlete
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Industry: Sport – Athletics
- Jeremiah Thoronka, 24, Sierra Leone
Founder and CEO, Optim Energy
Sector: Climate Change and Sustainability (Social Impact)
- Calvin Usiri, 28, Tanzania
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Co-founder and CTO, Ramani
Industry: Geographic Information Systems (GIS)
- Peace Wutawunashe, 27, Zimbabwe
Founder, Trigershot Engineering
Industry: Solar/Renewable Energy
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- Esethu Cenga, 29, South Africa
Co-founder and CEO, Rewoven
Industry: Fashion
- Josiah Akinloye, 29, Nigeria
Founder and CEO, Mainlogix Technology
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Industry: Automation and Technology
- Abioye Oyetunji, 29, Ghana
Founder and CEO, FXKudi
Industry: Fintech
- Nadine Roos, 27, South Africa
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South African Rugby Union (Springboks) and Sevens player
Industry: Sport – Rugby
