Southern African Lab Diagnostics Association (SALDA)
SALDA: Uniting Southern Africa’s Leaders in In Vitro Diagnostics (IVDs)
SALDA advocates for broader access to IVD solutions-driving innovation and reducing healthcare costs.
Opportunities
What we’re looking for?
Diagnostics & Laboratory Equipment
Estimated Budget
Project‑based Negotiation
Partnership Types
Co-Development / Joint R&D
Market Region
Europe & Africa
Supplier Qualification Requirements
Required Certifications
FDA CE
Product Registration
EU, Australia, Canada, Japan, and the United States
Other Eligibility
Nice to have: SA-based representative
More Detail
For a medical device or IVD product to be reviewed by SAHPRA, you must provide a completed application form, the manufacturer's establishment license, proof of market authorization from an approved reference country (for high-risk devices), the relevant technical documentation, a Certificate of Conformity, and potentially a Letter of Appointment as an authorized representative. The specific documents depend on the device's risk class and regulatory model used for approval.
Company Overview
Southern African Lab Diagnostics Association (SALDA)
The Southern African Laboratory Diagnostics Association is a body that represents laboratory medicine in Southern Africa and is a unified voice around IVD’s and a collaboration of multinational and local companies who distribute, supply and manufacture In Vitro Diagnostic tests. IVDs contribute to more than 70% of all medical diagnosis and can be used to decrease overall healthcare costs.
Established Since
2001
Annual Revenue
$10-50 million
Employees
3
Business Attribute
Industry Association
Business Nature
Biotech/ Diagnostics/ Pharmaceutical/ Regenerative Medicine/ Preventive Medicine
Company Highlights
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Unified Voice for IVD Industry
SALDA brings together multinational and local IVD manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers to amplify industry presence.
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SALDA brings together multinational & local IVD manufacturer
SALDA brings together multinational and local IVD manufacturers, distributors, and suppliers to amplify industry presence.
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Policy & Advocacy Leadership
SALDA works closely with stakeholders—public, private, advocacy, and patient groups to elevate the value of IVDs across healthcare ecosystems.
Market Presence
Primary Engagement Groups • Public Sector Institutions: Including national and regional health departments, public hospitals, and laboratories. • Private Healthcare Providers: Private hospitals
Brands in Charge for Distribution
Class A-D devices and RUO per the SAHPRA Classification