Beamlak Alemayehu of Medanit Digital Health Wins 2026 Bayer Foundation Award

Beamlak Alemayehu, the founder and CEO of Medanit Digital Health, has been named a recipient of the Bayer Foundation Women Entrepreneurs Award 2026. The global recognition highlights women founders who are developing innovative solutions to address significant health and social challenges.

Medanit Digital Health operates as an integrated digital healthcare platform in Ethiopia. The company provides a range of services including telemedicine, medication delivery, doctor appointment booking, mental health support, and healthcare navigation. These services are accessible through a mobile application, a website, and the national short code 6636.

Since its inception, the platform has reached a significant user base and established a network of professional partnerships. The company's operational impact is summarized in the following data: