Digital health infrastructure April 20, 2026 · 7 min read
The case for patient-owned health records in Africa
Across Africa, health records belong to hospitals, not patients. This model creates information silos that cost lives and delay care.
When patients own and control their records on secure digital platforms, they can transition effortlessly between clinics, specialists, and pharmacies.
This reduces redundant diagnostics, eliminates paper card loss, and empowers citizens to take charge of their preventative care.