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SUMMARY:Market Access Forum
DESCRIPTION:What does it really take for your medical technology to be procured\, evaluated\, and adopted within South Africa’s healthcare system? \nUnderstanding how healthcare purchasers and funders evaluate medical technologies is no longer optional; it’s a strategic advantage. Join industry leaders as they unpack procurement\, Health Technology Assessment (HTA)\, and clinical protocol development\, providing practical insights to help MedTech companies strengthen market access\, engage more effectively with key decision-makers\, and navigate evolving healthcare requirements. \nWhy You Should Attend \nBy attending this forum\, you will: \n\nGain first-hand insight into Netcare’s procurement strategy\, supplier expectations\, and future priorities.\nUnderstand how clinical evidence\, HTA and protocol development influence the adoption of new medical technologies.\nLearn about the latest ISPOR and 1HTA developments\, strategic priorities\, and opportunities to build HTA capability.\nDiscover practical ways to position your products for stronger engagement with hospitals\, funders and procurement teams.\nConnect the dots between procurement\, reimbursement\, clinical evidence and market access to strengthen your commercial strategy.\n\nProgramme \n10:00  \nDemystifying Private Hospital Procurement: Netcare\nPresenter: Vash Raghununan\, General Manager: Procurement Services\, Netcare Hospital Group \nDiscover how procurement decisions are made within one of South Africa’s largest private hospital groups\, including supplier expectations\, current procurement developments\, and the role of HTA\, local manufacturing and SMMEs in procurement decision-making. \n11:00 \nISPOR & 1HTA Update\nPresenter: Mark Brand\, Founder\, BrandTech & President\, ISPOR South Africa Chapter \nAn update on ISPOR and 1HTA strategic priorities\, emerging developments in HTA\, opportunities for SAMED member engagement\, upcoming initiatives\, and capacity-building opportunities. \n11:30 \nDiscovery’s Surgical Risk Unit Methodology and Processes: Protocol Design Update\nPresenter: Kershnee Chetty\, Head of the Medical and Surgical Device Unit\, Discovery \nGain insight into how clinical protocols are developed and updated\, how evidence informs decision-making\, the assessment of emerging technologies\, and what MedTech companies need to know to successfully engage with protocol development processes. \nWho Should Attend \n\nCEOs and Executive Managers\nMarket Access Specialists\nProcurement Managers\nSupply Chain Leaders\nRegulatory and Medical Affairs Professionals\nCommercial and Business Development Managers\n\nNote: This is a SAMED member only Forum.  \nRegister: Click Here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/market-access-forum-7/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Market Access
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260707T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260707T110000
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SUMMARY:Code Forum: Legal Masterclass
DESCRIPTION:Could your pricing strategy\, rebate structure\, or customer incentives expose your business to competition law risk? \nAs competition authorities continue to scrutinise pricing practices across industries\, MedTech companies must ensure that their commercial strategies remain compliant while supporting growth\, innovation\, and market access. \nCompetition law remains one of the most important compliance considerations for MedTech companies operating in South Africa. Issues relating to excessive pricing\, incentives\, rebates\, and price discrimination can carry significant regulatory\, financial\, and reputational consequences if not properly understood and managed. \nThis practical masterclass presented by Bowmans will unpack the key principles governing these areas\, including recent developments and the application of the current Section 18 Exemption Framework. \nPresenters:\nHeather Irvine\, Partner\, Bowmans\nJulie Oppenheim\, Head: Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare Sector\, Bowmans \nThe session will explore: \n\nExcessive pricing and how it is assessed under competition law\nThe legal considerations surrounding incentives and rebate structures\nPrice discrimination and potential compliance risks\nThe purpose and practical implications of the current Section 18 exemption framework\nKey considerations for MedTech companies when developing commercial\, pricing\, and market access strategies\nPractical guidance to help organisations identify and mitigate competition law risks\n\nWhy Attend? \nWhether you are developing pricing strategies\, negotiating contracts\, engaging customers\, or supporting market access activities\, understanding competition law is essential to protecting your business and maintaining compliance. \nThis session will provide practical insights to help members: \n\nStrengthen compliance and governance practices\nBetter understand regulatory expectations\nAssess commercial arrangements and pricing models\nReduce legal and reputational risk\nNavigate the evolving healthcare regulatory environment with confidence\n\nWho Should Attend? \n\nExecutive Managers\nMarketing and Sales Managers\nRegulatory and Compliance Professionals\nMarket Access Specialists\nFinance Managers\n\nJoin us for this important legal masterclass and gain practical guidance from leading competition law experts on navigating complex commercial and regulatory considerations within the MedTech sector. \nRegister: Click Here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/code-forum-legal-masterclass/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Code,Compliance
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260716T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260716T120000
DTSTAMP:20260717T085248
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SUMMARY:Market Sustainability Forum
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an insightful session on strategies to address delayed public-sector payments and outstanding debt owed to medical technology suppliers. The discussion will explore the potential use of a Public Protector complaint to drive accountability and support debt recovery efforts. \nDiscover how the SAMED debt platform can transform debt data into actionable insights\, enabling strategic engagement\, stronger oversight\, and measurable results in resolving outstanding debt. \nProgramme: \n10h00 – 10h30 Market Sustainability & Debt Resolution Update \nSpeaker: Monica Lucas Vice Chair & Chairperson of the Market Sustainability committee  \n  \n10h30 – 11h00 Government Debt Data Collection & Analytics Platform \nSpeaker: Neil Raven (Founder) Navig8 \n  \n11h00 – 12h00 The Public Protector Complaints \nSpeaker: Jennifer Faber (Director) Faber Goertz Ellis Austen Inc \nGain an understanding of: \n\nGuidance on legal accountability and recovery mechanisms\, including Public Protector complaints\, civil litigation\, and other escalation pathways available to suppliers facing prolonged non-payment.\nPractical insights into strengthening evidence and documentation required to support debt recovery efforts and improve the likelihood of successful outcomes.\nAn understanding of how data and analytics can support advocacy and accountability\, enabling SAMED to present credible\, consolidated evidence to government and it’s institutions.\n\nWho should attend: \n\nCEO’s\, Managing Directors\nFinance Directors\, Chief Financial Officers (CFOs)\nLegal\, Risk\, and Compliance Professionals\nGovernment Affairs\, Market Access\, and Public Policy professionals\nSupply Chain and Operations leaders\n\nRegister: Click here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/market-sustainability-forum-3/
LOCATION:Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260721T100000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260721T121500
DTSTAMP:20260717T085248
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SUMMARY:Regulatory Forum
DESCRIPTION:South Africa’s medical device regulatory landscape is changing rapidly. \nStay ahead by hearing directly from SAHPRA on evolving regulatory priorities\, licensing and registration pathways\, compliance expectations\, and plans to improve regulatory efficiency. Gain practical insights\, ask your pressing questions during the live Q&A with the SAMED Regulatory Committee\, and ensure your organisation is prepared for the regulatory developments shaping the future of the medical technology and IVD sector. \nProgramme \n10:00 – 11:30 | SAHPRA’s Regulatory Roadmap for Medical Devices and IVDs \n\nGaopalelwe Kelatwang\, Manager: Medical Devices and IVDs (Licensing\, Vigilance and Compliance)\, SAHPRA\nLydia Motlogelwa\, Medical Device Registration Manager\, SAHPRA\n\n11:30 – 12:15 | Q&A with the SAMED Regulatory Committee \nWe encourage attendees to raise their most pressing regulatory questions. This interactive discussion is intended to collectively explore practical solutions to the challenges facing the medical devices and IVD sector. \nTo help us prepare\, please submit your questions in advance to Nomthi Mnisi at communication@samed.org.za \nWho Should Attend \n\nRegulatory Affairs Professionals\nQuality Assurance and Quality Management Teams\nCompliance Managers\nExecutive and General Managers\nMedical Device and IVD Manufacturers\nImporters and Distributors\nLegal and Risk Professionals\nMarket Access and Government Affairs Specialists\nClinical Affairs Professionals\nAnyone responsible for regulatory compliance\, licensing\, registration\, or post-market activities within the medical technology sector.\n\nThis event is free for SALDA\, MDMSA\, and the Western Cape Medical Devices Cluster members only. \nTo register: Click Here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/regulatory-forum-4/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Regulatory
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260722T080000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260722T101500
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SUMMARY:CEO Pulse
DESCRIPTION:The healthcare and MedTech landscape is undergoing significant transformation. Join this forum for a strategic briefing from leading voices across business\, healthcare funding\, and healthcare policy as they unpack the developments shaping South Africa’s healthcare future. \nGain exclusive insights into economic priorities\, healthcare financing\, regulatory developments\, and the broader policy environment that will influence business strategy\, investment decisions\, market access\, and healthcare delivery in the years ahead. \nProgramme \n08:00 \nBUSA and B4SA Update  \npresented by Khulekani Mathe\, CEO\, Business Unity South Africa (BUSA) \n  \n08:30 \nBuilding a Sustainable Health Funding Ecosystem: Priorities\, Partnerships\, and the Future of Healthcare Financing \npresented by Thoneshan Naidoo\, CEO\, Health Funders Association (HFA) \n  \n09:15 \nSouth African Healthcare in Transition: Key Regulatory and Policy Developments \npresented by Elsabé Klinck\, Managing Director\, Klinck & Samuels \n  \nWhy This Matters for MedTech Leaders \nThe decisions being made today across government\, healthcare funding\, regulation\, and business will directly impact the future operating environment for MedTech companies. \nThis forum will provide practical insight into: \n\nThe economic and policy landscape shaping healthcare and business in South Africa\nDevelopments in NHI\, healthcare funding\, and reimbursement environments\nRegulatory and legislative changes affecting MedTech companies\nEmerging risks\, opportunities\, and strategic considerations for industry leaders\nThe role of business and industry in shaping a sustainable healthcare ecosystem\n\nWhether your focus is growth\, market access\, regulatory compliance\, investment planning\, or healthcare innovation\, this session will equip you with the intelligence needed to make informed strategic decisions. \n Who Should Attend? \n\nChief Executive Officers (CEOs)\nManaging Directors\nGeneral Managers\nExecutive Managers\nSenior Leaders\nBusiness Unit Heads\nMarket Access\, Regulatory\, Public Affairs\, and Strategy Executives\n\nRegister: Click Here
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/ceo-pulse-2/
LOCATION:Virtual
CATEGORIES:Captains of Industry
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DTSTART;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260806T123000
DTEND;TZID=Africa/Johannesburg:20260806T160000
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SUMMARY:SAMED x SALDA Women's Day Forum
DESCRIPTION:When women lead with purpose\, industries transform. When women are empowered\, healthcare systems become stronger\, more inclusive\, and better equipped to serve society. \nJoin SAMED and SALDA for an inspiring in-person Women’s Day Forum that brings together influential leaders from healthcare\, industry\, government\, and civil society to explore the role of women in shaping the future of MedTech and diagnostics. Through thought-provoking keynote presentations and engaging dialogue\, we will celebrate leadership\, share practical insights\, and examine how women empowerment can be institutionalised to create lasting impact across the healthcare ecosystem. \nThis is a complimentary event exclusively curated for SAMED and SALDA members only. Limited seats are available and attendance will be allocated on a first-come\, first-served basis. \nProgramme \n12:30 – 13:00 \nRegistration \n13:00 – 14:00 \nTopic: Leading Through Purpose: The Woman Behind the Institution \nPresented by: Prof Koleka Mlisana\, CEO\, NHLS \n14:00 – 14:45 \nTopic: Conscious Leadership: A Woman’s Perspective \nPresented by: Brenda Kali\, CEO\, Conscious Companies \n14:45 – 15:10 \nTopic: Comfort Break & Networking \n15:10 – 16:00 \nTopic: Panel Discussion: Institutionalising and Legislating Women Empowerment \nPanellists: \n\nDr Susan Mangole\, Acting Deputy Director-General: Transformation and Competition Branch\, Department of Trade\, Industry and Competition (the dtic)\nGrace Baloyi\, Senior Programme Manager: Grants Innovation and Product Development (GIPD)\, South African Medical Research Council\nRepresentative from Women on Boards\n\n16:00 \nClose \nRSVP: Click Here \nFor more information contact: \n\nNomthi Mnisi: communication@samed.org.za\nKelebogile Letswalo: Comms@salda.org.za\n\nWe look forward to welcoming you to an afternoon of meaningful conversation\, connection\, and collaboration as we celebrate the women advancing healthcare\, MedTech\, diagnostics\, and innovation across South Africa.
URL:https://samed.org.za/event/samed-x-salda-womens-day-forum/
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