Building a Connected Africa with Digital Health
At Vaka Health Foundation, we’re transforming healthcare across Africa through technology. Our mission is simple: break barriers, connect communities, and deliver quality care everywhere. Through programs like the Diploma of Digital Health and Introduction to Health Informatics, we equip nurses and health professionals with skills in telehealth, clinical informatics, and AI-driven care. Beyond training, we create real-world impact with virtual hospitals in Zimbabwe, Uganda, and Botswana bringing specialist care to thousands. With hands-on learning, mentorship, and pitch opportunities, we empower innovators to launch scalable solutions for Africa’s unique needs. Join us and lead the digital health revolution today.
    This course introduces the fundamental principles of health informatics, equipping healthcare professionals with the knowledge to navigate and effectively utilise digital health systems. Participants will learn about data management, electronic health records, clinical decision support, and the role of informatics in improving patient care and safety. This is ideal for those seeking to build a strong understanding of digital health and its applications in modern healthcare.

      The purpose of this course is to equip health practitioners with the skills to work within the digital ecosystem.  Key strategies will be learnt around the design and implementation of digital health, including the principles of digital security and health innovations applications.  Digital health trends and the policies driving them will be another focus, alongside digital health applications in a range of settings.  Finally, hospital information technology, business analytics in health care, artificial intelligence and medical and health big data will also be incorporated.