Member Community
The member community of the Oxygen Alliance is a diverse group of stakeholders who share a common goal: to make a real difference in the healthcare ecosystem by prioritising the maintenance and repair of biomedical equipment. Our members are dedicated to creating a culture of sustainability and resilience in healthcare.
Strategic Collaborations for a Resilient Future
The heart of our initiative is the formation of strategic partnerships that drive us closer to our vision of a sustainable and resilient healthcare infrastructure. This is how we work:
Founding Members
Sanrai International
Sanrai International is a founding member of the Oxygen Alliance. Headquartered in New York, with offices in South Africa, Colombia, India, and UAE, Sanrai focuses on bringing innovative medical equipment to underserved markets.
Open O2
The Open O2 team within the Global Health Informatics Institute is a founding member of the Oxygen Alliance. Located in Malawi, the Open O2 team has repaired more than 500 oxygen concentrators. Learn more on their website.
Governments
Ministry Of Health - Malawi
The mandate of the Ministry of Health Headquarters (HQ) is to set the agenda for health in Malawi in collaboration with stakeholders. The Minister of Health provides Government’s Policy directions on health matters.
Ministry Of Health - Uganda
The Ministry of Health is a cabinet-level government ministry of Uganda responsible for planning, delivering, and maintaining an efficient and effective healthcare delivery system, including preventive, curative, and rehabilitative services
Ministry Of Health - Tanzania
The Tanzanian Ministry of Health's mission is to ensure the provision of essential health services that are high-quality, fair, accessible, affordable, sustainable, and consider the needs of both genders.
Ministry Of Health - Ethiopia
The Ethiopian Ministry of Health aims to achieve a healthy and prosperous population by providing and regulating quality health services. It prioritizes community well-being, integrity, and collaboration. Its objectives include achieving universal health coverage, responding to emergencies, improving local health systems, and enhancing responsiveness.
Ministry Of Health - Liberia
The Ministry of Health is responsible for the: - Formulation, Implementation, Monitoring and Evaluation of Health Policies, Plan, and Standards.
Academic
AAMUSTED
Established in 2020, AAMUSTED in Ghana focuses on skills training and entrepreneurial development. Stemming from COLTEK and CAGRIC, it offers 9 faculties across two campuses in Kumasi and Asante-Mampong. The university excels in TVET, nurturing industry-ready professionals and entrepreneurs.
Acanova Africa
ACANOVA, fostering a just world with equitable healthcare, propels vulnerable communities through disruptive innovation, dedicated learning, and sustainable ecosystems. This beacon of health and operations research prides itself on nurturing talent and unlocking potential.
All Nations University
All Nations University, established by the All Nations Full Gospel Church, offers quality higher education in Ghana. Starting with 37 students in 2002, it now has over 2000 students across 13 accredited programs. ANU blends academic excellence, innovation, and Christian values, preparing students for professional and personal success.
Arusha Technical College
Established in 1978, Arusha Technical College (ATC), a joint venture of Tanzania and Germany, offers cutting-edge engineering and technology education. Nestled in Tanzania's vibrant Arusha City, it's a gateway to iconic African landmarks and wildlife. ATC excels in producing industry-ready graduates across various engineering disciplines, striving for academic excellence and innovation.
Bahir Dar University
Bahir Dar University, formed by merging two older institutions, is a large Ethiopian university with diverse academic programs. Its focus areas encompass science, technology, agriculture, health sciences, business, education, and more. The university also prioritizes research and innovation, with centers dedicated to various fields.
Escola de Engenharia Clinica
Focused on democratizing knowledge in health technologies, Escola de Engenharia Clinica,the School of Clinical Engineering offers a platform for education and collaboration on YouTube, aiming to make healthcare technology accessible to all.
Ernest Cook Ultrasound Research and Education Institute
ECUREI stands as Sub-Saharan Africa's premier center in ultrasound and medical imaging training. Birthed from profound collaborations and pioneering vision, it blends healthcare training with exemplary service delivery, aiming to be a beacon of excellence in healthcare education.
Hawassa University
Hawassa University aims to produce competent graduates and engage in research and technology transfer for societal development. It aspires to be a top East African research university by 2030, upholding values like excellence, honesty, and collaboration. Its focus areas include teaching-learning, research, operational efficiency, and institutional capacity building.
Jimma University
Jimma University aspires to be a leading research university in Africa by 2030. It focuses on innovative teaching, research, and community services through its Community Based Education (CBE) model. The university aims to achieve academic excellence, impactful research, community empowerment, and global partnerships to create a sustainable and reputable institution.
Kenyatta University
Kenyatta University, a leading Kenyan institution, is devoted to maintaining and surpassing its high standards. With a commitment to world-class status, it focuses on quality and relevance, nurturing graduates who excel in various professional spheres.
Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology
Situated amidst Kumasi’s lush landscape, KNUST is a hub of scientific and technological learning. Embracing a collegiate system for efficiency and excellence, it stands as a model for African technological education, attracting a diverse student population.
Koforidua Technical university
Rapidly advancing, Koforidua Technical University, originally established as a Polytechnic in 1997, has evolved into a hub of technical education and applied research. Its mission is intertwined with industry collaboration, aspiring to be a world-class science and technology reference point.
Kombolcha Institute of Technology
Wollo University and Kombolcha Institute of Technology offers courses at the undergraduate and graduate level. To educate prospective graduates, provide knowledge and develop skills in technology, engineering, planning and design for the industry and economy.
Makerere University
Makerere University, established in 1922, has grown from a humble technical school to one of Africa's most prestigious universities. It offers a diverse range of programs, including medicine, agriculture, and veterinary sciences, evolving into a key center for higher education in East Africa.
Malawi University of Business & Applied Sciences
MUBAS, committed to stewarding academic missions and strategic visions, excels in technological education and training for sustainable development. It stands as a center of excellence, advancing knowledge in science, technology, commerce, and communication.
Malawi University of Science and Technology (MUST)
MUST, established in 2012, envisions being a world-class center in science and technology education, research, and entrepreneurship. Offering a conducive environment for quality education and research, it fosters economic growth in Malawi and beyond, nurturing expertise in various scientific disciplines
Muhimbili University of Health & Allied Sciences
MUHAS is committed to advancing knowledge, technology diffusion, and providing superior higher education and research. It emphasizes the intellectual, aesthetic, social, and moral development of its students, fostering a holistic approach to healthcare education.
Valley View University
Valley View University, a center of value-based Christian education, fosters comprehensive development in students and staff. With a well-designed learning environment, it commits to meaningful service to God and humanity, nurturing intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual growth
University of Ghana
Founded in 1948, the University of Ghana excels in research and learning, aiming to be a world-class research-intensive institution. Located in Ghana’s vibrant capital, it offers diverse programs and hosts renowned research centers. Known for its extensive international collaborations,
University of Gondar
The University of Gondar (UoG), established in 1954 as a Public Health College and Training Centre, gained its current status and autonomy in 2004. Located in Gondar, it's Ethiopia's oldest medical training institution. The college's establishment aimed to address pressing health issues by training middle-level health personnel.
Manufacturers
Drive DeVilbiss Healthcare
Drive DeVilbiss has been a pioneer in oxygen therapy since 1977. Their mission is to enhance life quality, making them a respected name in the respiratory and homecare industries.
Peak gas Generation
Peak Gas Generation offers on-demand, high-purity oxygen solutions through their i-Flow O2 generators, aiming to reduce the logistical and financial burdens of traditional gas supply methods.
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare is a global medical device company based in Auckland, New Zealand. With over 50 years of expertise in respiratory care, and have pioneered innovative respiratory therapies including active humidification, Bubble CPAP, T-piece resuscitation and nasal high flow therapy (also known as HFNC).
Healthcare Organizations
Center for Public Health and Development
The Center for Public Health and Development (CPHD) is a nongovernmental that aims to bring innovative solutions to public health challenges in the Eastern African region
Health Port
HealthPort leverages digital solutions to streamline care coordination and resource management in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMICs), aiming to improve healthcare access.
Prime Biomedical Healthcare Technologies
Prime Biomedical Uganda provides maintenance, repair services, & consultancy to Health facilities with the aim of Improving the quality of healthcare
Rikair
Rikair’s mission is to provide innovative medical gas and equipment solutions to save lives. At Rikair, our service is as precious as oxygen.
MPGS Acuitas
MGPS ACUITAS provides a complete insight with regards to medical gas pipeline systems (MGPS). We work closely with established internationally renowned stakeholders in the Healthcare Industry and our full range of services are specifically tailor-made to the Public and Private Healthcare Industry in Africa.
Build Health International
Build Health International (BHI) promotes global equity by developing high-quality health infrastructure to enable access to dignified and affordable healthcare to those who need it most.
Hatch Technologies
Hatch Technologies is a nonprofit organization that originated from NEST360, a bold initiative committed to ensuring that every hospital in Africa can deliver life-saving care for small and sick newborns. Our mission is to transform the way newborn care devices are distributed, supported and used in order to reduce neonatal mortality in Africa.
Better Futures CoLab
Better Futures CoLab, funded by FCDO and delivered by DT Global and Brink, is a collaborative platform incubating solutions for global challenges in supply chains, health systems, and climate. It aims to build resilience and currently focuses on Oxygen CoLab and Vaccine Data CoLab.
FREO2
FREO2 Foundation (FREO2) is a global not-for-profit organisation that aims to reduce the number of deaths of babies and children suffering from pneumonia or hypoxia in low-and-middle-income countries (LMIC’s). We envision a world where every child can breathe, live and thrive.
Touch Health
Touch Health helps build the health systems of the future for sub-Saharan Africa by strengthening the foundational building blocks of high-quality care: a strong healthcare workforce, working in well-resourced, well-managed health facilities, ensuring that patients can receive the high-quality care they need and deserve, when and where they need it.
Professional Organizations
Association of Medical Engineers of Kenya
AMEK was constituted to promote and enhance professional and raise recognition and development of members , the profession , art, science and practice of related disciplines in health care technology.
Association of Biomedical Engineering in Malawi
ABEM mission is to advance the biomedical engineering through education, research & collaboration
Association of Medical Engineers & Technicians Tanzania (AMETT)
AMETT, is a Tanzanian professional association for engineers and technicians working in Biomedical Engineering within the health sector. It aims to utilize engineering skills to address healthcare challenges and collaborate with medical professionals to enhance healthcare access and quality through technological advancements.
Uganda National Association for Medical and Hospital Engineering
UNAMHE, established in 1993, represents professionals and organizations involved in Healthcare Technology Management (HTM) in Uganda. Its membership includes various disciplines related to healthcare engineering, with a focus on biomedical engineers and technicians.
Donors & Funders
Skoll Foundation
The Skoll Foundation envisions a sustainable world of peace and prosperity. It drives social change by supporting social entrepreneurs and innovators who create equitable solutions to global challenges.
DAK Foundation
The DAK Foundation is a Private Ancillary Fund founded by Dave and Kerry Rickards in 2010. We partner with DGR accredited organisations in Australia (in particular with Partners For Equity) to support projects around the world. We are a small dynamic team that looks to utilise and enhance existing capacity rather than build something new from the ground up.