Mirian Gom 
ABUJA, Nigeria – Artificial Intelligence-driven diagnostics are set to revolutionise healthcare across Africa, according to Chairman of Uniccon Group and founder of MySmartMedic,, Professor Chuks Ekwueme.
Speaking in Abuja ahead of the Telemedicine and Digital Health Access in Africa roundtable on 25 November, Ekwueme described AI as a catalyst to bridge long-standing gaps in the continent’s medical systems.
“For too long, millions of Africans have been excluded from timely and quality medical care due to distance, cost or infrastructure limitations. Telemedicine offers a lifeline that can democratise access and save lives,” he said.
MySmartMedic integrates advanced AI to provide medical triage, early diagnosis support, personalised care recommendations, and seamless referrals. The platform offers virtual consultations, remote monitoring, and secure digital health records to strengthen national health systems and improve emergency response, particularly in rural areas.
Ekwueme emphasised that AI integration is not a mere feature but “a defining leap forward for the African health ecosystem.” He added that MySmartMedic promotes regulatory frameworks for safe, scalable telemedicine and supports underserved populations.
“Our goal is ensuring quality healthcare is not only available but consistently accessible, affordable and responsive,” he said, highlighting the potential for AI to accelerate clinical decision-making and reduce preventable deaths.
The upcoming roundtable will convene government leaders, regulators, healthcare executives, and development partners to reimagine Africa’s healthcare delivery, encouraging investment and adoption of AI-driven solutions.
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