LifeBank (Nigeria, Kenya, Ethiopia)
Fixing the blood, oxygen, medical consumables and equipment supply chain across Africa
Fixing the blood, oxygen, medical consumables and equipment supply chain across Africa
The problem they solve
Across many African regions, maternal and child mortality rates remain alarmingly high due to the lack of timely access to safe blood and essential medical supplies. Hospitals face unpredictable procurement processes, unreliable supply chains, and limited data visibility, challenges that often turn preventable conditions into fatal outcomes.
Their solution
LifeBank streamlines the entire procurement and delivery process through a tech-enabled logistics platform powered by AI, blockchain, and solar-enabled SmartCentres. Supplies are sourced exclusively from accredited partners, tracked end-to-end with SmartBag and ELISA-based testing innovations, and delivered using a multimodal fleet of drones, boats, bikes, and tricycles. This ensures hospitals receive verified, lifesaving products in under 45 minutes, a critical window for emergency care.
Traction
● 70+ hospitals served monthly
● 235 monthly institutional customers.
● 240,068 lives saved
● Proven demand for fast, traceable, high-quality medical supplies
LifeBank has validated its product-market fit by becoming an essential partner to hospitals seeking rapid, reliable access to critical resources.
Why they matter now
As health systems face increasing pressure from rapid urbanisation, infrastructure gaps, and rising maternal mortality, LifeBank provides a scalable, data-driven infrastructure solution that strengthens emergency responsiveness. With its proven ability to save lives at scale, LifeBank is positioned to become a foundational player in Africa’s healthcare logistics ecosystem.
Who they are
LifeBank is a technology-driven healthcare company transforming medical supply chains in Africa. Operating across Nigeria, Kenya, and Ethiopia, LifeBank runs a marketplace that delivers blood, oxygen, medical equipment, and consumables to hospitals and care centres. With a WHO-recommended cold-chain system, blockchain-backed traceability, and 24/7 on-demand operations, LifeBank provides reliable access to lifesaving supplies whenever and wherever they are needed.
Fixing the blood, oxygen, medical consumables and equipment supply chain across Africa
The problem they solve
Across many African regions, maternal and child mortality rates remain alarmingly high due to the lack of timely access to safe blood and essential medical supplies. Hospitals face unpredictable procurement processes, unreliable supply chains, and limited data visibility, challenges that often turn preventable conditions into fatal outcomes.
Their solution
LifeBank streamlines the entire procurement and delivery process through a tech-enabled logistics platform powered by AI, blockchain, and solar-enabled SmartCentres. Supplies are sourced exclusively from accredited partners, tracked end-to-end with SmartBag and ELISA-based testing innovations, and delivered using a multimodal fleet of drones, boats, bikes, and tricycles. This ensures hospitals receive verified, lifesaving products in under 45 minutes, a critical window for emergency care.
Traction
● 70+ hospitals served monthly
● 235 monthly institutional customers.
● 240,068 lives saved
● Proven demand for fast, traceable, high-quality medical supplies
LifeBank has validated its product-market fit by becoming an essential partner to hospitals seeking rapid, reliable access to critical resources.
Why they matter now
As health systems face increasing pressure from rapid urbanisation, infrastructure gaps, and rising maternal mortality, LifeBank provides a scalable, data-driven infrastructure solution that strengthens emergency responsiveness. With its proven ability to save lives at scale, LifeBank is positioned to become a foundational player in Africa’s healthcare logistics ecosystem.
Who they are
LifeBank is a technology-driven healthcare company transforming medical supply chains in Africa. Operating across Nigeria, Kenya, and Ethiopia, LifeBank runs a marketplace that delivers blood, oxygen, medical equipment, and consumables to hospitals and care centres. With a WHO-recommended cold-chain system, blockchain-backed traceability, and 24/7 on-demand operations, LifeBank provides reliable access to lifesaving supplies whenever and wherever they are needed.