CAPE TOWN – 19 July 2012 – Changing regulation, volatility in funding markets, the emergence of the middle class, technology innovation and changing disease profiles are some of the trends currently impacting business in healthcare in Africa. The Frost & Sullivan Healthcare business unit will be hosting a complimentary web conference that will highlight and present key trends shaping the pharmaceutical landscape in East and West Africa, as well as specific market segments that provide lucrative opportunities for growth. The web conference will take place on 25 July 2012, at 15:00 CAT (14:00 BST).

Frost & Sullivan has identified East and West Africa as the next key growth areas for the pharmaceutical market in Africa. High economic growth, coupled with the increase in healthcare coverage in both the public and private sectors, has particularly accelerated growth in these regions. However, gaps are certainly evident in the pharmaceutical market and businesses should re-think strategy to incorporate the African market.

 “With growth rates of between 12 to 15 % for the pharmaceutical markets of key countries in East and West Africa, it is well worth understanding whether one’s business is optimally positioned to benefit from this high regional growth”, observes Healthcare Research Analyst, Tinotenda Sachikonye.

This web conference summarises Frost & Sullivan’s findings on the size and growth of key pharmaceutical markets in East and West Africa. Insight into drivers, challenges and restraints of growth of these markets is also provided. Those who will benefit  from attending the webinar include current market participants, new entrants, and investors by discussing key macro trends shaping the pharmaceutical landscape in East and West Africa and the impact thereof.

To participate in this complimentary webinar, please email Samantha James at [email protected], Corporate Communications, with the following information: your full name, company name, title, telephone number, e-mail, address, city, state and country. Upon receipt of the above information, an online registration link will be e-mailed to you. You may also register to receive a recorded version of the analyst briefing at anytime by submitting the aforementioned contact details.

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