AfroCentric Group

05/09/2025

Gender-Based Violence (GBV) is one of South Africa’s most urgent and devastating challenges. It affects women, children, men, LGBTQ+ individuals and entire communities - often in silence and without justice.

AfroCentric Group is launching the ‘Colour Me Orange’ campaign, inspired by the United Nations' global movement to 'Orange the World', to raise awareness and advocate for a future free from violence.

GBV thrives in silence, stigma and systemic failure but change begins when we speak up.

This September, we encourage you to raise your voice, show support and stand with survivors. That is how you colour yourself orange.

: Speak. Support. Change

05/09/2025

03/09/2025

30/08/2025

As we wrap up our Women’s Month series, we reflect on a powerful conversation with Cokisa T**i (MBA), General Manager: HR Operations at AfroCentric Group on POWER 98.7's Power Drive Show. She unpacked how culture, leadership and inclusion are accelerating our Vision 2030 strategy.

In this thought-provoking interview, she shares:
• How women are shaping AfroCentric Group’s operating model and innovation agenda
• The great impact made by our female-led subsidiary, Aid for Aids (AFA) and our support for female entrepreneurs through enterprise and supplier development
• How the organisation tracks real progress in building a workplace where women thrive

“Our Vision 2030 isn't just about technology and processes. It's really about people-empowered transformation,” – Cokisa T**i.

Listen to the full interview to gain more insight.

29/08/2025

As part of our ongoing Women’s Month series, we’re proud to spotlight Debra Goosen, Head of Data and Analytics at Medscheme, an AfroCentric Group company. She recently joined Power FM to share how data is shaping the future of healthcare and helping to bring AfroCentric Group’s Vision 2030 to life.

Debra leads a team that transforms raw data into actionable insights that drive smarter decisions, healthier outcomes and long-term value for members and medical aid schemes.

“Analytics can be used in so many ways to drive better outcomes. Our goal is to enable decisions to be made faster with access to reliable information and insight,” - she added.

The collective efforts of Debra and her team directly support our Vision 2030 pillar of investing in data, digital platforms and technology - laying the foundation for a more connected and responsive healthcare system.

Listen to the full interview to learn more.

29/08/2025

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Investing in data, digital platforms, and technology to drive modernisation through the lens of women in healthcare.

Today on , will be in conversation with the Head of Data and Analytics in the Medscheme Analytics Division, Debra Goosen. Set a reminder, and tune in!

26/08/2025

This Women’s Month, we continue to highlight the impactful leadership of women across AfroCentric Group who are shaping the future of healthcare.

In a recent interview with POWER 98.7, Ayesha Kriel, Functional Head of Disease and Medicine Management at Medscheme (an AfroCentric Group company) shared how women in leadership are reshaping managed care and building a more inclusive, sustainable healthcare system for South Africa.

“Women often lead with a balance of empathy and resilience, which is critical in a space where we deal with patients facing chronic disease challenges every day,” - Ayesha Kriel.

With 70% of our teams made up of women, Ayesha highlighted how female leadership brings both sharp analytical thinking and patient-centered empathy to healthcare innovation.

She further highlighted how strengthening managed care leadership, with clinical innovation as a key differentiator, is a key pillar of our Vision 2030, which aims to build a winning health offering that is affordable, sustainable and delivers measurable value to our stakeholders.

Listen to gain deeper insight into the future of managed care.

26/08/2025

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The women of AfroCentric and Medscheme, South Africa’s largest health administrator and managed care service provider, are playing a powerful role in shaping this vision.

Today on , will be in conversation with Functional Head of Disease and Medicine Management at Medscheme, Ayesha Kriel. Tune in!

24/08/2025

This Women’s Month, AfroCentric Group is spotlighting the incredible women of our business ecosystem.

Dr. Shamila Fakie, Executive Associate to the CEO and COO of our subsidiary, Medscheme, joined Power FM’s Power Drive with Thabiso Kotane to share insights on how we’re building winning health offerings through our groundbreaking partnership with Sanlam.

Together with Fedhealth Medical Aid, we’re developing a Sanlam-endorsed open medical scheme - a bold step toward expanding access to affordable and quality healthcare for more South Africans.

“Building a winning health offering is about creating an ecosystem which encompasses care that is accessible, affordable and most importantly, empathetic. It’s not just about a plan - it’s a promise to our members that we are with them on their health journey,” – Dr. Fakie.

She also highlighted the importance of embedding women’s health needs like maternal care, family wellness and mental health into our strategy, ensuring that our Vision 2030 reflects the real complexities of women’s lives.

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AfroCentric Group and Medscheme - Building a Winning Health offering strategy as told through the lens of a woman.

is in conversation with the Executive Associate to Medscheme CEO and COO of Afrocentric Group , Dr Shamila Fakie.

21/08/2025

On 6 August 2025, AfroCentric Group joined by Medscheme, our largest subsidiary, proudly participated in the University of Cape Town’s (UCT) biggest Epic Job Expo, with over 4,500 students and 101 exhibitors in attendance. Our stand quickly became a hub of activity, with students eager to learn more about our work and how they can be part of our mission to transform healthcare in South Africa.

Our team had the opportunity to engage with students from all UCT faculties, from aspiring Accountants and Engineers to future Medical Doctors and Social Workers. The energy and curiosity they brought to our stand was truly inspiring.

A big thank you to our incredible Actuarial and Data Science team members for representing AfroCentric Group and Medscheme with such enthusiasm.

Thank you to UCT for once more hosting this impactful event and to every student who stopped by to connect with us. Your passion and drive left a lasting impression and we’re looking forward to the possibility of welcoming some of you into the AfroCentric Group one day!

15/08/2025

As we “Dablap” into the weekend — a brand proudly displayed on our medication boxes to highlight the benefits of the CCMDD programme, a shortcut (Dablap😃) for state patients to collect their chronic medication, reducing waiting times and saving on transport costs — we’re reminded of its powerful impact, improving access to medication, decongesting health facilities and strengthening our public health system. This approach makes treatment more convenient and accessible for the millions of lives we support.

It’s more than a label, it reflects the heart of what we’re building, a winning healthcare offering that is inclusive, innovative and sustainable.

A big thank you to the Deputy Minister of Health, the National Department of Health and all our partners for their continuous trust in us, as we work together towards an even stronger partnership in the years ahead.

14/08/2025

As part of the Pharmacy Direct and Curasana Site Visit the National Department of Health delegation led by Deputy Minister Dr Joe Phaahla toured our operations:

· Doreen Nchabeleng showcased our CCMDD hub, where technology and care combine to keep patients on treatment, reduce stockouts and improve patient experience.

· Ansie Van Der Merwe guided visitors through our private facilities, where advanced automation and rigorous quality checks ensure medicines are dispensed with accuracy and speed.

· At Curasana Wholesaler, Debbie Parker demonstrated the supply chain backbone that keeps essential medicines flowing nationwide.

Today's site visit was a real-time demonstration of what’s possible when purpose, innovation and partnership align to strengthen healthcare for all South Africans.