How will data, evidence and procurement shape your next market access decision?

Date: Tuesday, 8 September 2026
Time: 10:00 – 12:00
Platform: Microsoft Teams

The rules of market access are evolving. Join this SAMED member-only forum for practical insights on using industry data to strengthen reimbursement strategies, followed by a critical NDoH update on the Essential Equipment List (EEL), HTA and procurement processes shaping the future of MedTech access in South Africa.

10:00 – 10:45: FROM DATA TO DECISIONS: A MARKET ACCESS CASE STUDY

Presenter: Spokazi Tati, Senior Product Manager, Quantium Health

What You’ll Gain

• Strengthen reimbursement negotiations and understand how robust industry data can support evidence-based engagement with funders and payers.
• Turn intelligence into strategy – use market insights to inform pricing, reimbursement submissions, portfolio planning and commercial decisions.
• See data in action by exploring a practical case study, common pitfalls and best practices for applying data to real-world market access challenges.

10:45 – 12:00: THE FUTURE OF MEDTECH ACCESS: EEL, HTA, & PROCUREMENT

Presenter: Fundile Gebremedhin, Director: Medical Devices & HealthTech Procurement Management, NHI Branch: Health Products Procurement | Department of Health

What You’ll Gain

• The latest progress, next steps and timelines for the Essential Equipment List (EEL).
• An update on the Ministerial Advisory Committee on HTA and how HTA principles could shape future MedTech decision-making.
• Insight into NHI procurement priorities and what quality, affordability, supply continuity, delivery and performance requirements could mean for suppliers.
• Opportunities for industry participation as these critical processes evolve.

 Who Should Attend

• CEOs and Executive Managers
• Market Access Specialists
• Procurement Managers
• Supply Chain Leaders
• Regulatory and Medical Affairs Professionals
• Commercial and Business Development Managers

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