Based in Kenya, Changamka Microhealth Ltd is a social enterprise that utilizes mobile technology. "Changamka Microhealth Ltd is making healthcare delivery more cost-effective and accessible in Kenya by using mobile phones and mobile money," wrote Kristie Wang of Ashoka Changemakers in an article on Business Fights Poverty called "Changamka Microhealth: Scaling Proven Mobile Maternal Health e-Vouchers in Western Kenya." "It is piloting a program that helps low-income, expectant mothers get electronic maternal health vouchers that they can present on their mobile phones at health facilities."
Changamka also uses M-PESA and smart cards to make payments easier and more efficient, all the while improving affordability and insurance services.
Contact Information
Changamka Microhealth Ltd website
Changamka Microhealth Ltd on Facebook
Changamka Microhealth Ltd on Twitter
Key Themes Behind This Trend
- Mobile Health Technology
- Changamka Microhealth Ltd is using mobile phones and mobile money to make healthcare delivery more accessible and cost-effective in Kenya.
- Smart Card Payment Systems
- Changamka Microhealth Ltd uses smart cards to make payments for healthcare services more efficient and affordable.
- Electronic Vouchers
- Changamka Microhealth Ltd is piloting a program that provides electronic maternal health vouchers to low-income, expectant mothers in Western Kenya through mobile phones.
Where This Applies
- Healthcare
- Hospitals and clinics can partner with companies like Changamka Microhealth Ltd to implement mobile health technology and smart card payment systems for easier and more affordable healthcare access.
- Finance
- Mobile money and smart card payment systems similar to Changamka's could be used in other industries such as banking and retail for more efficient and secure financial transactions.
- Telecommunications
- Mobile phone companies can further develop mobile health technology like Changamka's to aid in healthcare access and improve customer satisfaction.
