Zuri Health, a Nigerian digital health platform with operations in Kenya and Nigeria, has received an Investment from Marula Square, a venture capital firm investing in visionary entrepreneurs across Africa and Five35 Ventures, an early-stage venture capital firm investing in female-focused startups to help Zuri Health to expand its offerings in Africa.
Founded in 2020 by Ikechukwu Anoke, founder and CEO of Zuri Health and former Executive Director Group Commercialization at MTECH Communications, Zuri Health is a virtual hospital providing quality affordable and accessible healthcare services to patients across Sub-saharan Africa via mobile app, website and SMS service.
“We are excited for Marula Square’s support, whose extensive experience and strategic guidance will be crucial as we embark on the next phase of our journey,” said Ikechukwu Anoke, Founder and CEO of Zuri Health. “This investment will advance our efforts to reshape healthcare delivery and drive innovation to solve the most pressing problems faced by the African healthcare industry.”
The investment marks a significant milestone in the company’s growth trajectory and sets the stage for crucial advancements in healthcare technology. The platform aims to improve treatment outcomes and streamline healthcare processes in Africa through its comprehensive suite of products. The investment from Marula Square will enable it pursue its goals and further reach more users across its markets.
Marula Square is dedicated to driving positive change and supporting sustainable and transformative companies in Africa. The firm is exclusively invested in and managed by professionals with Executive MBAs from Oxford University who, in addition to providing strategic guidance to Zuri Health, will offer a mini MBA course to Zuri Health employees. Its decision to support Zuri Health underscores the potential of Zuri Health’s disruptive digital solutions. Their investment signifies trust in Zuri Health’s mission, vision, and dedication to positively impacting healthcare in Africa.
Elvira De Jong, Co-founder and Board Chair of Marula Square, expressed enthusiasm for the collaboration, stating, “We are impressed by Zuri Health’s solutions and the positive impact they have on healthcare delivery. We strongly believe in Zuri Health’s potential and are delighted to be a part of this journey towards a healthier future.”
The combined force of Marula Square’s investment and Zuri Health’s innovative capabilities is poised to revolutionize the healthcare landscape and foster personalized and data-driven care.
Five35 Ventures, known for its astute investments in disruptive startups, expects its funding to Zuri Health to fuel the growth and expansion of the digital health platform, enabling it to reach a wider audience and make a lasting impact on global healthcare delivery.
The investment from Five35 Ventures will help the company expand its reach and enhance its technological infrastructure and attract top talent to accelerate product development and innovation. With the backing of Five35 Ventures, Zuri Health is poised to make significant strides in the digital health landscape, reshaping the future of healthcare delivery and improving outcomes for individuals worldwide.