In a major advancement for digital health, eHealth Africa (eHA) combines its LoMIS Stock and LoMIS Deliver solutions into a unified platform called LoMIS Suite. This effort is backed by the Digital Health Innovation Accelerator Program (DHIAP), launched in 2021 by the WFP Innovation Accelerator and BMZ digilab, an initiative of the German government’s development agency (BMZ) in collaboration with GIZ, KfW (the German development bank), and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation.
In 2023, eHA’s project was chosen as one of five finalists for the WFP Sprint Programme, granting them financial aid, mentorship, and access to a network of experts and stakeholders for knowledge sharing.
These initiatives empower eHA to go beyond just technology. We envision a future where healthcare is reliable and accessible for everyone. This future empowers mothers to protect their children from preventable diseases, equips healthcare workers with dependable data and supply chains, and grants communities the healthcare they deserve.
Successful User Acceptance Testing of LoMIS Suite
To further this initiative, eHealth Africa conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) of the LoMIS Suite in Abuja, Nigeria’s capital. The UAT included training on new features, a live application demonstration, test scenarios, user feedback sessions, and final approvals.
Participants included prominent figures like Dr. Larai Aliyu Tambuwal (Executive Secretary, Sokoto State Primary Healthcare Development Agency), Dr. Bilyaminu Balarabe Sifawa (Director of Disease Control and Immunization, Sokoto), and Abdullahi Abubakar Danzabuwa (Director of Pharmaceutical Services, Kano State), among others.
According to Dayo Akinleye, the technical project lead, “The new LoMIS Suite offers a single administrative interface, stock validation, notification alerts, and equipment maintenance features to enhance user experience and boost last-mile efficiency.” The session was highly interactive, with participants sharing their expectations and expressing satisfaction with the LoMIS Suite.
“The application will simplify our work and improve overall efficiency,” said Dr. Larai Aliyu Tambuwal. “It also fosters accountability and transparency in our operations.”
Collaboration Drives Innovation
Following the training, Fatima Howeidy, the WFP LoMIS Accelerator Project manager, led a tour of the eHealth Africa office in Abuja. The delegation was welcomed by top executives, including board member Andrew Karlyn, Executive Director Atef Fawaz, and directors from various departments.
Board member Andrew Karlyn expressed his appreciation to the stakeholders for their participation. He emphasized eHealth Africa’s commitment to developing digital solutions for public health, driven by user feedback and success stories. Ota Akhigbe, Director of Partnerships and Programs, stressed the importance of ongoing collaboration in advancing these solutions. She reiterated eHealth Africa’s openness to partnerships for the benefit of communities in Nigeria and Africa.
Dr. Larai Aliyu Tambuwal, representing the delegates, commended eHealth Africa’s management for their dedication to supporting healthcare advancements in Sokoto and Kano states, where LoMIS was previously piloted. She highlighted eHealth Africa’s unwavering support for primary healthcare in Sokoto, even when other organizations have withdrawn.
Transforming Healthcare with Digital Solutions
By merging LoMIS Stock and LoMIS Deliver, eHealth Africa isn’t just innovating, we are transforming healthcare across Nigeria and beyond. With continued support from initiatives like DHIAP and the WFP Sprint Programme, eHA strives to ensure every child thrives in good health, every healthcare worker has the best tools, and every community receives the healthcare they deserve. eHealth Africa’s journey exemplifies the power of digital solutions in achieving health equity and improving lives.
