As South Africa commemorates Youth Month and marks 50 years since the Soweto Uprising, SAMED invites you to join our upcoming Diversity & Inclusion Forum for a discussion on the role of youth in shaping the future of the MedTech sector.

This Youth Month, our forum will move beyond commemoration to focus on action. Through practical discussions on procurement, skills development, transformation, and inclusion, members will gain insights into programmes and strategies that can create meaningful opportunities for young South Africans while advancing organisational and industry objectives.

Date: Wednesday, 24 June 2026
Time: 10:00 – 12:00
Platform: Microsoft                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                      Register: Here

Programme

10:00 – 11:00
How to Practically Incorporate Youth in Improving B-BBEE Scores Across the Relevant Pillars
Presented by Elsie Masemola, Senior Consultant, Transcend Corporate Advisors

What to expect:

• Practical guidance on incorporating youth-focused initiatives into their transformation strategies.
• Insights into how youth development can contribute to B-BBEE objectives across relevant pillars.
• An understanding of available opportunities, partnerships and programmes that support both compliance and meaningful impact

11:00 – 12:00
Demystifying Procurement: Pathways for MedTech Collaboration                                                                                                                                                                                                     Presented by Nelson Mandela Children’s Hospital Representative

What to expect:

• An understanding of procurement processes within a specialised healthcare institution.
• Insight into what healthcare providers look for when evaluating suppliers and solutions.
• Practical guidance on engaging effectively with hospitals and healthcare stakeholders.
• An understanding of collaboration opportunities that can support improved patient outcomes.

Who should attend:

• Executives and Business Leaders
• HR, Skills Development and Transformation Professionals
• Diversity & Inclusion Practitioners
• Corporate Affairs and ESG Teams
• Business Development, Market Access and Commercial Teams
• Members interested in youth empowerment, transformation and healthcare sector engagement