IT News Africa is pleased to announce that the South African National Blood Service (SANBS) has come on board as a Gold Sponsor for the upcoming Healthcare Innovation Summit Africa 2026 (HISA 2026), set to take place on 27–28 May 2026 at the Indaba Hotel Conference Centre in Johannesburg.
HISA 2026 is one of Africa’s leading healthcare and technology events, bringing together industry leaders, policymakers, innovators, and healthcare professionals to explore the future of digital health across the continent. With a strong focus on healthtech, data-driven care, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation, the summit serves as a platform for collaboration and forward-thinking solutions.
“Africa doesn’t need more theory. It needs scalable solutions,” says Abe Wakama, CEO of IT News Africa. “HISA has always been about actionable insights and real-world implementation. The 10th edition will mark a milestone in our journey to enable connected, patient-centric care across the continent.”
As a Gold Sponsor, SANBS’s participation underlines its commitment to advancing healthcare systems through innovation, efficiency, and collaboration. The organization plays a critical role in South Africa’s healthcare ecosystem, ensuring a safe and reliable blood supply while continuously evolving its operations through technology and data-driven processes.
