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How Dr. Maxwell Okoth Is Making Health Insurance Accessible to ��ƽ̨-Income Families in Kenya

Bello Anthony — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 20:25:10 +0000

Dr. Maxwell Okoth: Building a Healthcare Empire from the Ground Up in Kenya In this compelling interview, Marcopolis sits down with Dr. Maxwell Okoth, founder and Group Managing Director of RFH Healthcare, to discuss the incredible journey of building one of Kenya’s fastest-growing healthcare networks. From launching his first facility in 2012 with just $3,000 ...

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Inside RFH Healthcare: Dr. Maxwell Okoth on PET-CT Scans, Lutetium Therapy, and Cancer Care in Kenya

Bello Anthony — Sun, 23 Mar 2025 18:33:14 +0000

In this exclusive interview, Marcopolis speaks with Dr. Maxwell Okoth , a visionary entrepreneur and the founder and Group Managing Director of RFH Healthcare , one of the fastest-growing healthcare networks in Kenya. Dr. Okoth shares insights into the evolution of RFH from a modest clinic to a trailblazing medical institution , addressing the urgent need for affordable healthcare in Kenya . He discusses the critical role of the Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF) , the transition from NHIF to SHIF , and Kenya's journey toward universal health coverage .

comprehensive offering as one of the few healthcare providers offering comprehensive cancer care in Kenya , RFH is leading the charge with innovative treatments such as PET-CT scans , lutetium therapy for prostate cancer , and brachytherapy . Dr. Okoth also touches on the importance of medical imaging services , minimally invasive surgery , and access to advanced radiotherapy machines in transforming oncology services.

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From Humble Beginnings to Premier Care: Dr. Toseef Din Shares the Evolution of M.P. Shah Hospital

Sandra Francisco — Tue, 30 Jul 2024 08:00:59 +0000

Dr. Toseef Din, CEO of M.P. Shah Hospital, provides an overview of the hospital. Located in Nairobi, M.P. Shah Hospital is a modern 217-bed facility renowned for its highly skilled specialists and professional medical staff, making it one of the best private hospitals in Kenya. “The M.P. Shah Hospital began in the late 1920s as ...

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Revolutionizing Healthcare: Dr. Toseef Din Presents M.P. Shah Hospital, Kenya’s Premier Patient-Centric Facility

Sandra Francisco — Mon, 29 Jul 2024 12:46:12 +0000

In this exclusive interview, Dr. Toseef Din presents M.P. Shah Hospital, Kenya's premier patient-centric healthcare facility. Established in the late 1920s, M.P. Shah Hospital has grown exponentially, evolving into a Level 6 hospital. With a robust focus on patient-centered care and continual investment in state-of-the-art technology, infrastructure, and human resources, M.P. Shah Hospital has emerged as a beacon of excellence in the region. Dr. Din's strategic vision and commitment to transformative healthcare solutions have not only propelled the hospital's expansion to triple its bed capacity and workforce, but also solidified its reputation as a leader in specialized medical services, including oncology, cardiovascular care, and maternal health. Join us as Dr. Din shares insights into M.P. Shah Hospital's journey, challenges, achievements, and ambitious plans.

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Transforming Healthcare Financing in Africa: Checkups Cova’s Innovative Approach

Sandra Francisco — Tue, 16 Jul 2024 09:25:37 +0000

Renee Ngamau, Co-Founder and President, and Dr. Moka Lantum, Co-Founder and CEO, introduce Checkups Cova, a groundbreaking health financing and benefits management platform poised to revolutionize healthcare financing and accessibility in Kenya and Africa. “We looked at the challenge of financing healthcare and how to resolve it for families, employers, enterprises, and institutions. The answer ...

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Addressing Kenya’s Healthcare Crisis: Innovative Solutions for Financing and Accessibility by Checkups Cova

Sandra Francisco — Mon, 15 Jul 2024 13:12:31 +0000

In this insightful interview, we explore the pressing issues facing the healthcare sector in Kenya and Africa with Renee Ngamau, Co-Founder and President, and Dr. Moka Lantum, Co-Founder and CEO of Checkups Cova. With their extensive expertise, they discuss the state of healthcare, the financial burdens faced by citizens, and the innovative solutions Checkups Cova is implementing to make healthcare more accessible and affordable. Their pioneering approach aims to transform the healthcare landscape by embedding financial solutions into healthcare benefits, ensuring that even the most vulnerable populations can receive the care they need. Join us as we delve into their mission to revolutionize healthcare financing and accessibility in Africa.

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Crown Paints Kenya Supports Initiative to Raise Funds for Education Bursary and Polio Eradication

Sandra Francisco — Mon, 24 Jul 2023 08:43:28 +0000

The Rotary Club of Malindi celebrated its 32nd charter anniversary, and one of the ways they raise funds for education bursaries and polio eradication is through the Annual Malindi Marathon/Charity Walk, now in its eleventh year. Crown Paints Kenya PLC, in collaboration with Rhagib Stores, proudly supports the Malindi Marathon since its inception, as part of their commitment to business partners and CSR initiatives.

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Why is African Healthcare the Best Sector to Invest In? A Discussion with Sven Hermans of Ponea

Sandra Francisco — Mon, 13 Mar 2023 12:42:41 +0000

Sven Hermans, Board Member at Ponea Health, explains why Africa is the future of healthcare and discusses investment opportunities in the African healthcare sector.

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Ponea Health is Looking for Investors to Improve Access to Healthcare for Underserved Populations

Sandra Francisco — Tue, 14 Feb 2023 08:10:40 +0000

Sven Hermans, Board Member at Ponea Health, talks investment opportunities in Ponea, the revolutionary online healthcare marketplace that offers convenience, discretion and lower cost of healthcare to africans living in urban areas.

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Investment Opportunity in the African Healthcare Sector: Sven Hermans Presents Ponea’s Marketplace

Sandra Francisco — Mon, 30 Jan 2023 07:20:23 +0000

Sven Hermans gives an overview of Ponea’s marketplace, a platform dedicated to creating better, more timely and affordable access to healthcare in Kenya, as well as the whole African continent. He also talks about investment opportunities in the African healthcare sector, as Ponea is now looking for impact investors, corporate investors and venture capitalists to push its mission and vision forward.

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