Life Science Opportunities in South Africa

South Africa consists of a large public health sector and smaller but fast growing private health sector. Despite its size, the public health sector caters for 80% of South Africa’s population and has been largely lacking both in infrastructure and human resources. The private health sector on the other hand is well resourced and currently services 20% of the population.

Read our sector briefing “Life Science Opportunities in South Africa”

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