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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260218T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260218T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260109T070133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T104347Z
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SUMMARY:MedTech Code Forum
DESCRIPTION:SAMED invites you to an insightful Code Forum dedicated to whistleblowing – a cornerstone of ethical business practices. This session will explore the critical role whistleblowing plays in fostering compliance\, protecting integrity\, and building a culture of transparency. Hear from a legal expert\, advocacy leader\, and SAMED representatives on how to create safe reporting environments and support whistleblowers effectively. \nSpeakers: \n\nAdvocate Karabo Motsamai – Senior Legal Advisor\, Dentons\nBen Theron – Chief Executive Officer\, The Whistleblower House\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nCompliance officers\nLegal and regulatory professionals\nSenior management and decision-makers\nEthics and governance teams\nAnyone committed to promoting integrity in the medtech sector\n\nCost to Attend: \n\nSAMED Members & Code Signatories: Free\nNon-Members & Non-Code Signatories (MedTech companies and service providers to the MedTech industry only): R500.00 per person (Excl VAT). Contact Alwi Spearpoint on alwi@samed.org.za to request an invoice prior to registering for the event.\n\nTerms & Conditions: \n\nSAMED reserves the right to approve or prohibit registration by non-members.\nNon-member and non-Code signatory attendance will only be permitted if fee paid in advance of the event.\n\nRegistration:\nClick here to register
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/samed-code-forum-whistleblowing-in-focus/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260224T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260224T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260115T111206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260126T095432Z
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SUMMARY:MedTech Regulatory Forum
DESCRIPTION:This forum is a key platform for dialogue between industry stakeholders and National Regulatory Authorities (NRAs). With growing interest and activity in markets beyond South Africa\, understanding the regulatory environment is critical for informed decision-making and compliance. In addition to continental NRA updates\, SAMED will provide an update on SAHPRA’s activities\, ensuring you are informed about developments in South Africa. \nSpeakers: \n\nMs. Kesego Moalosi – Regulatory Officer\, Botswana Medicines Regulatory Authority (BoMRA)\nMs. Linda Nhukarume – Senior Analyst\, Medical Devices\, Medicines Control Authority of Zimbabwe (MCAZ)\nMrs. Madeleine Pearce – SAMED Regulatory Committee Chair & Director\, International Markets Regulatory Affairs at Philips (Middle East\, Turkey\, Africa)\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nRegulatory Affairs professionals\nQuality Assurance teams\nBusiness leaders exploring regional market expansion\n\nCost to Attend: \n\nSAMED Members: Free\nNon-Members (MedTech companies and service providers to the MedTech industry only):  R500.00 per person (Excl VAT). Contact Alwi Spearpoint on alwi@samed.org.za to request an invoice prior to registering for the event.\n\nTerms & Conditions: \n\nSAMED reserves the right to approve or prohibit registration by non-members.\nNon-member attendance will only be permitted if fee paid in advance of the event.\n\nRegistration: \n\nClick here to register
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/samed-regulatory-forum-empowering-growth-through-regulatory-insight/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260225T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260225T123000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260116T130759Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T093657Z
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SUMMARY:Market Access Forum
DESCRIPTION:MedTech market access and procurement models are evolving rapidly. Join this critical forum to unpack Discovery Health’s HTA decision-making process\, the realities of Value-Based Procurement\, and how data can unlock competitive advantage in a changing reimbursement environment. \nProgramme \n10:00 – 11:00: Discovery Health HTA: Methodology\, Decisions & Market Access Implications\nSpeaker: Susan Brandt – Clinical Researcher\, Discovery Health \n11:00 – 12:00: Value-Based Procurement: A Key Enabler of Value-Based Healthcare (Part 1)\nSpeaker: Brian Mangan – CEO\, Luach Consulting Group \nGain an understanding of: \n\nThe concept of value-based procurement and how it aligns to the delivery of value-based healthcare\nThe benefits and opportunities for the South African Health system\, and MedTech (Device\, IVD & Medical Software) suppliers\nHow value-based procurement has been adopted internationally and lessons learned\nHow to create and sustain momentum – including a practical MedTech supplier self-assessment tool\n\n12:00 – 12:30: Unlocking MedTech Data for Market Advantage\nSpeaker: Saima Kadhila Amoomo – Lead Consultant\, Quantium \nThis session equips members with a clear understanding of how HTA\, procurement reform\, and data analytics are reshaping buying decisions. You will leave with practical insights to strengthen your value proposition\, identify capability gaps\, and position your organisation for sustainable relevance in an increasingly evidence-driven procurement landscape. \nWho Should Attend \n\nMarket Access Specialists\nMedTech Personnel engaging medical schemes and procurers (public and private sector)\nMedTech Sales and Marketing Personnel\n\nRegistration: \nClick here to register 
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/market-access-forum-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260305T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260305T123000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260116T135440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T093844Z
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SUMMARY:Market Access Forum
DESCRIPTION:This forum unpacks Council for Medical Schemes latest report and relevance to the MedTech sector\, Life Healthcare’s procurement processes and strategy\, and Medscheme’s HTA direction. \nProgramme \n10:00 – 10:30 \nBehind the Numbers: Key Insights & Trends from the Latest CMS Industry Report \nSpeaker: Carrie-Anne Cairncross\, Senior Researcher\, Council for Medical Schemes \nDelegates will gain: \n\nClear interpretation of key CMS data trends impacting funding\, utilisation\, and affordability\nInsight into policy and regulatory signals shaping scheme behaviour and reimbursement decisions\nPractical understanding of what the data means for medtech positioning\n\n10:30 – 11:15 \nDemystifying Life Healthcare’s Procurement Process \nSpeaker: Passmore Musungwa\, Category Manager\, Life Healthcare \nDelegates will gain: \n\nTransparency into how procurement decisions are made within a major private hospital group\nPractical guidance on supplier expectations and evaluation criteria\nImproved readiness to engage private hospital procurement strategically\n\n11:15 – 11:45 \nMedscheme Health Policy Unit: Medtech HTA Update \nSpeaker: Christeen Keyter\, Advanced Specialist: Health Policy Development Technology\, Medscheme \nDelegates will gain: \n\nInsight into recent HTA developments and policy priorities\nClarity on evidence requirements for medtech reimbursement\nContext for stronger engagement with medical schemes\n\n11:45 – 12:15 \nPre-launch HTA Webinar Series \nSpeaker: Dr Tienie Stander\, Managing Director\, Value in Research \nDelegates will gain: \n\nA deeper understanding of how HTA for medical devices differs from pharmaceuticals\nPractical guidance to prepare and plan HTA submissions for Medical Scheme Administrators\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nPersonnel engaging medical schemes and procurers (public and private sector)\nMarket Access Specialists\nReimbursement Specialists\n\nCost to Attend \n\nSAMED Members: Free\nNon-Members (medtech companies and service providers to the medtech industry only): R500.00 per person (excl. VAT)\nContact Nomthi Mnisi at communication@samed.org.za to request an invoice prior to registering.\n\nT&Cs \n\nSAMED reserves the right to approve / prohibit registration by non-members\nAttendance will only be permitted if fee paid in advance of the event.\n\nRegistration \nClick here to register
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/market-access-forum-5/
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260310T090000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260310T100000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260227T064258Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260227T124657Z
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SUMMARY:Diversity & Inclusion Forum
DESCRIPTION:The Department of Trade\, Industry and Competition (dtic) has released Draft Government Gazette 54032\, proposing significant amendments to the General B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice. These proposed changes are open for public comment until 31 March 2026\, and if implemented\, they will materially reshape scorecards\, procurement strategies\, Enterprise & Supplier Development\, and long-term transformation planning.e \nThis is not a technical update.\nIt is a strategic inflection point. \nJoin us for a focused\, high-impact session unpacking what is being proposed\, what it signals about policy direction\, and what organisations should be doing now. \nProposed Amendments to the B-BBEE Codes of Good Practice \nSpeaker: Yuneal Padayachy\, Chief Support Officer\, BEE Chamber \nWhat You’ll Learn \n\nDraft Gazette 54032 overview – legislative context and intent\nProposed changes to the Generic Scorecard and General Principles\nEnterprise & Supplier Development revisions under Statement 400\nIntroduction of the proposed Transformation Fund\nRevised preferential procurement targets\, including 100% Black-Owned Enterprises\nImpact on QSEs\, Specialised Enterprises and Multinationals (EEIP)\nPractical considerations for public comment submissions\n\nSubmission deadline: 31 March 2026 \nThis forum is designed to equip you with the insight required to interpret the direction of policy and prepare a meaningful response. \nWhy This Matters for Women Empowerment \nImmediately following this session\, we will convene the Women in MedTech Forum (10:00 – 11:30\, separate Microsoft Teams link). \nYou will see firsthand how transformation legislation directly influences board composition\, procurement opportunities\, leadership pathways and women’s participation in governance structures. \nUnderstanding the amendments is foundational to shaping inclusive leadership and sustainable transformation. \nWho Should Attend \n\nTransformation and HR Leaders\nDE&I Specialists\nExecutives and Strategic Decision-Makers\n\nCost to Attend \n\nSAMED Members: Free\nNon-Members: R500.00 per person (Excl. VAT)\nContact Nomthi Mnisi at communication@samed.org.za to request an invoice prior to registering.\n\nImportant Terms & Conditions \n\nSAMED reserves the right to approve / prohibit registration by non-members.\nAttendance will only be permitted if the fee is paid in advance of the event.\n\nRegister Here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/diversity-inclusion-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260310T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260310T113000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260119T054007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260121T121329Z
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SUMMARY:Women in MedTech
DESCRIPTION:Women remain underrepresented on MedTech boards\, even though governance decisions are crucial to the industry’s future. The Women in Medtech Forum supports SAMED’s commitment to empowering women by preparing them for board roles\, enhancing their influence in decision‑making\, and strengthening leadership across the MedTech sector. \nWomen serving on the SAMED Board will be in attendance and actively engaged\, enriching the conversation through shared experience and lived governance perspectives. \nWomen on Boards: In Conversation with Dr Sybil Seoka\, SAMED Board Member & Chair\, Professional Provident Society \nPanellists: \n\nDelia Ndlovu – Chair\, Export Credit Insurance Corporation of South Africa\nJudith Chinkumbi – Deputy Group Company Secretary\, Professional Provident Society\nTracy Moonsamy – SAMED Board Member & Chair for Diversity and Inclusion Committee\n\nGain: \n\nPractical guidance on positioning for board roles within MedTech and beyond\nHonest\, real-world governance insights from experienced women board leaders\nClarity on building credibility\, readiness\, and influence in leadership and decision-making spaces\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nAll SAMED members are invited but especially:\n\nWomen in MedTech\nMen who mentor women\nTransformation Managers\n\n\n\nCost to Attend \n\nSAMED Members: Free\nNon-Members (MedTech companies and service providers to the MedTech industry only): R500.00 per person (Excl. VAT)\nContact Nomthi Mnisi at communication@samed.org.za to request an invoice prior to registering\n\nTerms & Conditions: \n\nSAMED reserves the right to approve or prohibit registration by non-members.\nNon-member attendance will only be permitted if fee paid in advance of the event.w\n\nRegistration \nClick here to register
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/women-in-medtech/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260311T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260311T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260116T134702Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260205T093937Z
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SUMMARY:Market Access Forum
DESCRIPTION:Value-Based Procurement (VBP) is no longer theoretical\, it is shaping real buying decisions. Part 2 moves from principle to practice\, unpacking UK NHS case studies and equipping MedTech suppliers with the capability\, evidence and insight needed to compete as South Africa advances toward VBP. \nProgramme \n10:00 – 11:30 \nVBP Case Studies – Successes\, Challenges & Opportunities to Deliver Value \nSpeaker: Brian Mangan\, Chief Executive Officer\, Luach Consulting Group \nIn conversation with UK NHS leaders and an industry practitioner \nDelegates will gain \n\nReflections on Part 1\, including feedback on the MedTech VBP Self-Assessment Tool\nCandid UK insights on VBP implementation realities\nLessons on how VBP has delivered measurable value for patients\, buyers and suppliers\nPractical perspectives on what this could mean for South Africa\n\n11:30 – 12:00 \nBuilding HEOR Capability for Market Access Success \nSpeaker: Prof João Carapinha\, Director\, Syenza \nThis session will share: \n\nKey outcomes and insights from the SAMED x Syenza 2025 HEOR training webinar series\nDetails of the Syenza Knowledge Hub access offering available to SAMED members\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nMarket access specialists\nMedTech Personnel engaging medical schemes and procurers (public and private sector)\nMedTech Sales and Marketing Personnel\n\nRegistration: \nClick here to register
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/market-access-forum-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260317T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260213T071008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260313T072543Z
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SUMMARY:Market Sustainability Forum
DESCRIPTION:This session will examine how sustainability driven by effective procurement\, reliable budgeting\, and consistent payment practices\, supports the success of the MedTech Masterplan while aligning with Gauteng’s strategy to grow its Medical Technology sector through healthcare modernization\, local manufacturing\, and innovation \nProgramme: \n10h00 -10h30 Medtech masterplan update (recovery for debt) \n\nSpeaker: Victor van Vuuren\, Project Manager\, HolaVic Consulting\n\n10h30 – 11h00 Advancing the Medical Technology Sector as a Strategic Economic Growth Area in Gauteng \n\nSpeaker: Dr Ziyane\, Economist\, Gauteng Provincial Government Economic Development \n\n11h00 – 11h30 Roundtable discussion \n\nSpeakers: Dr Ziyane Economist\, Victor van Vuuren Project Manager & Nomthi Mnisi SAMED Marketing\, Communications & Events Manager \n\nGain an understanding of:  \nThe Sustainability Gap: Why MedTech Cannot Thrive Without Procurement and Payment Reform \nWho should attend: \n\nChief Financial Officer\nFinance Director\nFinance Manager\nAccounts Payable/ Receivable clerk\n\nRegistration: \n Click Here to register 
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/market-sustainability-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260318T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260309T104620Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260309T104620Z
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SUMMARY:MedTech Code Forum
DESCRIPTION:We’re pleased to invite you to the upcoming MedTech Code Forum\, where we’ll be offering a focused refresher on key ethical and compliance elements that shape our industry interactions. This session will include an overview of the Ethical MedTech Conference Vetting System (CVS) and we will cover the requirements and considerations for events\, specifically Third‑Party\, Company\, Virtual\, and Hybrid events\, highlighting the principles and expectations set out in the SAMED Code. \nSpeakers: \n\nDhana Ong/Sara Abanto – Compliance Team\, Medtech Europe\, Ethical Medtech\nAlwi Spearpoint – Compliance & Regulatory Manager\, SAMED\n\n Who Should Attend: \n\nCompliance officers\nEvent organisers\nEthics and governance teams\nAnyone committed to promoting integrity in the medtech sector\n\nCost to Attend: \n\nSAMED Members & Code Signatories: Free\nNon-Members & Non-Code Signatories (MedTech companies and service providers to the MedTech industry only): R500.00 per person (Excl VAT). Contact Alwi Spearpoint on alwi@samed.org.za to request an invoice prior to registering for the event.\n\nTerms & Conditions: \n\nSAMED reserves the right to approve or prohibit registration by non-members.\nNon-member attendance will only be permitted if the required fee is paid in advance of the event.\n\nRegistration:\nClick here to register
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/medtech-code-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260324T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260324T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260302T113259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T094053Z
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SUMMARY:MedTech Regulatory Forum
DESCRIPTION:This forum is a key platform for dialogue between industry stakeholders and National Regulatory Authorities (NRAs). With growing interest and activity in markets beyond South Africa\, understanding the regulatory environment is critical for informed decision-making and compliance. \nSpeakers: \n\nMrs. Dorcas Glikpo – Principal Regulatory Officer\, Head – Low Risk Medical Devices Unit\, Ghana FDA\nMrs. Madeleine Pearce – SAMED Board Member & Regulatory Committee Chair | Director of Regulatory Affairs\, Philips Healthcare Middle East\, Turkey and Africa\n\nWho Should Attend: \n\nRegulatory Affairs professionals\nQuality Assurance teams\nBusiness leaders exploring regional market expansion\n\nCost to Attend: \n\nSAMED Members: Free\nNon-Members (MedTech companies and service providers to the MedTech industry only):  R500.00 per person (Excl VAT). Contact Alwi Spearpoint on alwi@samed.org.za to request an invoice prior to registering.\n\nTerms & Conditions: \n\nSAMED reserves the right to approve or prohibit registration by non-members.\nNon-member attendance will only be permitted if fee paid in advance of the event.\n\nRegistration:\nClick here to register
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/medtech-regulatory-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Regulatory
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260331T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260331T113000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260204T091508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260204T101640Z
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SUMMARY:NHI Forum
DESCRIPTION:South Africa’s NHI debate has moved from policy to courtrooms\, and the outcomes will directly affect how MedTech companies operate\, sell\, and grow. \nThis forum brings together key stakeholders actively challenging the NHI to unpack: \n\nWhat is being challenged and why\nThe alternatives being proposed\nWhat CEOs and executives must prepare for next\n\nIf you lead a MedTech business\, this is essential intelligence — not background noise. \nThe forum will feature a roundtable discussion facilitated by Avanthi Govender Bester\, SAMED Board Member and Chairperson of the SAMED NHI Committee. \nSpeakers: \n\nTheuns du Buisson – Economic Researcher\, Solidarity\nDr Katlego Mothudi – Managing Director\, Board of Healthcare Funders\nDr Aslam Dasoo – Steering Committee Member\, Universal Healthcare Access Coalition\n\nWho should Attend: \n\nCEOs\nGeneral Managers\nExecutive Leaders\n\nRegistration: Click Here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/nhi-forum-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260416T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260316T095035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260410T120234Z
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SUMMARY:Diversity & Inclusion Forum
DESCRIPTION:From Unemployment to Opportunity: MedTech Must Act Now \nSouth Africa’s youth unemployment crisis remains urgent. Recent data from Quarterly Labour Force Survey (QLFS) Q4:2025 indicates that the unemployment rate for ages 15- 34 years is 43.8%. \nAligned with United Nations Sustainable Development Goal 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth\, SAMED is convening a focused industry session aimed at demystifying learnerships and their role in building sustainable talent pipelines. The intent of this session is to provide clarity and practical guidance on how learnerships can be effectively implemented. \nProgramme: \n10:00 – 10:10 \nWelcome and Opening: \nModerator: Shelize Theunissen\, Vice-Chair\, SAMED Diversity and Inclusion Committee \n10:10 – 10:55 \nCase Study: Learnerships and Skills Development in the MedTech Sector \n\nKirsten Redman-Vira\, Operations Director and Lead Facilitator\, Diverse Conversations\n\n10:55 – 11:30 \nPresentation: How Harambee works with industry to address youth unemployment \n\nNandipha Isaacs\, Head of Opportunity Development\, Harambee Youth Employment Accelerator\n\nWhat members will gain: \n\nPractical insights into aligning learnerships with their talent development programmes\, ensuring that qualifications are meaningfully matched to organisational talent needs.\nCase studies from within the medical technology sector\nStrategies for transitioning youth from learnerships and internships into permanent roles\nAwareness of tools and platforms available to support industry collaboration\n\nWho should attend: \n\nExecutive Leadership\nHR\, Talent and Learning and Development Managers\nTransformation Managers\nUnemployed Youth\nOperations and Technical Managers\n\nWe encourage SAMED members to attend and contribute to this important discussion as we collectively work towards building a sustainable and inclusive talent pipeline for the sector. \nRegister: Here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/diversity-inclusion-forum-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260423T130000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260423T150000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260312T072504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260312T072819Z
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SUMMARY:CEO Pulse Forum
DESCRIPTION:In an environment defined by economic uncertainty and rising governance expectations\, executive leadership is being tested. This CEO Pulse convenes South Africa’s foremost governance and economic voices to equip leaders with clarity\, foresight\, and strategic direction. \n13:00 – 14:00 \nProf Mervyn King \nEthical Leadership and Long-Term Value Creation under King V \nProf King will provide a perspective on: \n\nEthical leadership in constrained public-finance environments\nBalancing commercial sustainability with societal impact\nRisk oversight in complex\, regulated sectors\nGovernance resilience amid liquidity pressure\n\n14:00 – 15:00 \nLesetja Kganyago \nMacroeconomic Outlook & Implications for the Medtech Sector \nThe Governor of the South African Reserve Bank will provide: \n\nInsight into the macroeconomic outlook\nMonetary policy considerations and interest rate dynamics\nInflation\, fiscal pressures and liquidity constraints\nSystemic risks influencing healthcare funding and procurement\n\nFor leaders operating at the intersection of health\, innovation and capital\, this strategic economic context is indispensable. \nWhat You Will Walk Away With \n\nClear governance guidance on ethical decision-making\nStrategic economic foresight to inform capital allocation and investment planning\nDeeper understanding of systemic financial risks affecting healthcare sustainability\nPractical considerations to strengthen organisational resilience\n\nWho Should Attend \n\nChief Executive Officers\nManaging Directors & General Managers\nExecutive Committee Members\nSenior leaders responsible for strategy\, finance\, governance\, regulatory and market access\n\nIn volatile environments\, leadership clarity is competitive advantage. \nRegister: Click Here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/ceo-pulse-forum/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260505T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260505T120000
DTSTAMP:20260516T224648
CREATED:20260422T133233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260429T134825Z
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SUMMARY:Market Access Forum
DESCRIPTION:Market access in South Africa is becoming increasingly complex\, shaped by evolving legislation\, reimbursement reforms\, and a growing reliance on data-driven decision-making. \nThis forum brings together two critical perspectives\, policy and data\, to help MedTech leaders better understand how the legislative environment and real-world evidence are collectively shaping access\, funding\, and adoption of medical technologies. \nThrough expert insights on the medical scheme legislative landscape and PMB developments\, alongside practical applications of market intelligence and AI-driven analytics\, this session is designed to equip members with the knowledge needed to move from reactive compliance to strategic positioning in a rapidly changing healthcare ecosystem. \nWhat You Will Gain \n\nStrategic insight into the evolving medical scheme legislative and regulatory landscape\, including PMB and NHI developments\nMarket insights: Identify high-growth segments and shifting MedTech dynamics\nData-driven decisions: Leverage real-world data for stronger market access strategies\nExclusive access: Unlock discounted data and AI insights for competitive advantage\n\nProgramme \n10:00: Medical Scheme Legislative Landscape & PMB Update\nPresented by Esmé Prins-Van den Berg\, Consultant\, Healthcare Navigator \n11:00: Unlocking MedTech Market Intelligence: Leveraging Real-World Data and AI to Drive Strategic Decision-Making in South Africa\nPresented by Spokazi Tati\, Senior Product Manager\, Quantium Health South Africa \nWho Should Attend \n\nExecutive Leaders\nRegulatory Managers\nProcurement Specialists\nFinance Managers\nMarket Access Specialists\n\nRegistration: Click Here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/market-access-forum-6/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260514T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260514T120000
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SUMMARY:Market Sustainability Forum
DESCRIPTION:The workshop will strengthen market sustainability by promoting transparent\, consistent\, and predictable supply chain and financial processes. Clear SOPs\, aligned payment workflows\, and improved accrual management reduce delays\, disputes\, and uncertainty for suppliers. This creates a more reliable operating environment\, supports supplier confidence and continuity of supply\, and enables long‑term participation in the market while ensuring value for money and compliance for the department. \nDate: 14 May 2026 \nTime: 10:00 – 12:00 \nFormat: Virtual \nRegister: Click Here \nProgramme: \n10h00 -11h00 Standard Operating Procedure For The Procurement of Implants & Nuclear Isotopes \nSpeaker: Mr Mofedi Nhlapo Acting Chief Director – SCM \n11h00 – 11h45 Payment processes and accruals \nSpeaker: Benedict Kubheka Acting Director Financial Accounting Gauteng Health\, Rudzani Mugaga – Acting Deputy Director Financial Accounting\, Amit Hariparsad – Mr. Hariparsad Team Leader for Reconciliations and processing. \nGain an understanding of:  \nParticipants will gain clarity on the revised supply chain management SOPs and finance processes\, ensuring consistent understanding and application across institutions. The forum will support alignment between provincial guidance and facility level implementation\, clarify payment and accrual processes. It will also provide an opportunity for suppliers\, hospital representatives\, and finance teams to engage directly\, improving collaboration and process efficiency. \nWho should attend: \n\nChief Financial Officer\nFinance Director\nFinance Manager\nAccounts Payable/ Receivable clerk\nSale reps
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/market-sustainability-forum-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260521T083000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260521T130000
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SUMMARY:SAMED’s 39th Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Please save the date for SAMED’s 39th Annual General Meeting \nEvent Details: \n\nRegistration: 08:30\nNetworking Lunch after the event\nVenue: Courtyard Hotel Waterfall City\, 13 Karkloof Cres\, Midrand\, 2066\n\nThis is one of the most important engagements on the SAMED calendar and we invite you to be part of shaping the future of our association and the MedTech industry. \nAs a valued member\, this is your opportunity to: \n\nEngage on key developments impacting the MedTech sector\nParticipate in the election of ordinary members to the SAMED Board\nContribute to the strategic direction of the association\n\nThe AGM will be hosted in a hybrid format\, allowing members to attend either in-person or virtually. Members are encouraged to RSVP as the virtual access link will be shared closer to the event with members who have selected virtual attendance. \nKindly confirm your attendance by indicating your preferred mode (in-person or virtual) via the RSVP link below: \nRSVP by 13 May 2026: Click Here \nWe look forward to your participation in this important engagement.
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/16640/
LOCATION:Hybrid
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