What we do
AfroCentric is an investment holding company listed on the Johannesburg Stock Exchange. The Group owns and operates diverse healthcare-related enterprises in Southern Africa. We provide medical scheme administration and deliver healthcare products and services to the public and private healthcare sectors.
Sanlam Life Insurance Limited holds a controlling stake in the AfroCentric Group, creating synergies and opportunities for both groups and our common stakeholders.
Our business is divided into three primary clusters.
Key facts
More than 4 million lives are under our management
Level 1 B-BBEE status
Almost 6 000 employees
We serve 15 client medical schemes in Southern Africa
Group structure
Read about the performance of our Group, subsidiaries and brands in the 2024 Annual Financial Statements.
Where we operate
AfroCentric operates in four sub-Saharan African countries. Our operational footprint is extensive. This means we can provide quality healthcare services in urban and rural areas to make access to medicine and treatments possible for more people.
- Activo Health
- Afrocentric Wellness
- Afrocentric Integrated Health Administrators
- Afrocentric HealthInsure
- Afrocentric Employee Health Solutions
- Afrocentric WorkCare
- AfroCentric Technologies
- Aid for AIDS
- Allegra
- Curasana
- Dental Information Systems (DENIS)
- EssentialMed
- Klinikka
- Medscheme South Africa
- Pharmacy Direct
- Scriptpharm Risk Management
- Associated Fund Administrators
- Medscheme Mauritius
- Medscheme International
What Drives Us
Transforming Healthcare
We are driven to transform healthcare by making it more affordable and accessible for our stakeholders.
The Group was founded in 2008 on the core philosophy of transformation and empowerment. Transformation remains a critical strategic enabler in achieving our vision.
National Health Insurance (NHI) Positioning
AfroCentric supports the principles of universal healthcare but believes greater consultation is required on the NHI Bill.
As a major industry stakeholder, we support the movement towards universal health coverage in South Africa through an integrated health system offering quality, affordable and accessible healthcare for all.
Our strategy
Read more about our strategyAfroCentric’s strategic intent is to be the leading healthcare partner in Southern Africa by 2030, driving innovation and excellence in healthcare delivery. To achieve this, we are leveraging our strengths, expanding our reach and enhancing clinical outcomes, all while effectively managing client costs. This includes preparing for the implementation of National Health Insurance in South Africa.
Our purpose
Enhancing the quality of life.
Our vision
Transforming healthcare.
Our mission
To innovate a new, integrated model of sustainable healthcare that measurably improves access to quality healthcare.
Our values
- Integrity
- Collaboration
- Innovation
- Care
Leadership
AfroCentric has a Board with expertise across multiple sectors, which we consider a competitive advantage. Our experienced management team complements the Board’s proficiency, forming a formidable leadership team.
