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ADNews-Monrovia,Liberia: La Ruche Health, a pioneering digital health company from Côte d’Ivoire, has been awarded the prestigious Prix Galien Africa for its outstanding contributions to innovative healthcare access. The award that has been running for the fifth consecutive year, recognizes excellence in healthcare initiatives that address pressing needs across the continent.
La Ruche Health, founded by Rory Assandey, is transforming the healthcare landscape by improving access for marginalized populations, including women, young people, and low-income communities. Its innovative mobile platform connects users to certified healthcare providers and culturally appropriate services, utilizing behavioral science and real-time data to personalize patient care.
Since its launch, the platform has successfully reached over 75,000 users in Côte d’Ivoire and Senegal, offering on-demand services such as mental health support, sexual and reproductive health, and primary care, with a strong focus on emotional well-being.
The Prix Galien Africa, which includes a cash prize of 20 million CFA francs (approximately $35,000), reflects a commitment to recognizing the impactful work of researchers, institutions, and pharmaceutical companies in both the public and private sectors. The award ceremony’s results were announced this week by the Co-Presidents of the Jury, Dr. John Nkengasong and Professor Souleymane Mboup, following a rigorous selection process governed by the Prize’s governing bodies.
This year, there were no awards presented in the categories of Best Pharmaceutical Product, Best Traditional Medicine Product, and Best Biotechnology Product, highlighting the competitive nature of these fields.
Additionally, the 2025 Prix Galien Africa will honor two distinguished figures with Special Prizes for their significant contributions to healthcare. Dr. Michael Makanga from Uganda, Executive Director of Global Health EDCTP3, and Ms. Adji Bousso Dieng, an Assistant Professor of Computer Science at Princeton University from Senegal, have been recognized for their impactful careers.
The 2025 Prix Galien Africa is supported by key partners, including the Presidency of the Republic of Senegal, the Gates Foundation, the West African Health Organization (WAHO), and The Rockefeller Foundation.
The awards will be presented at the closing ceremony of the 8th Galien Forum Africa, scheduled to take place from October 28 to 31, 2025, under the theme “Health Sovereignty: An Imperative for Africa.”
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