Rivia + Waffle = Healthcare Powerhouse: Ghanaian Startups Merge for Growth

Ghanaian health-tech leader Rivia has made a strategic move to solidify its position in the digital healthcare space by acquiring Waffle, a prominent Ghanaian Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) company. This acquisition signifies Rivia’s commitment to expanding its network of primary care clinics and streamlining its operations for improved efficiency.

Strengthening the Digital Healthcare Landscape

The acquisition integrates Waffle’s hospital and inventory management software, now rebranded as RiviaOS, into Rivia’s existing offerings. RiviaOS goes beyond basic functionalities, establishing itself as a comprehensive Healthcare-as-a-Service (HaaS) solution. Clinics equipped with RiviaOS gain access to a feature-rich platform encompassing:

• Appointment scheduling and online booking engines
• Service storefronts and video consultations
• E-pharmacy and e-lab integrations
• Vitals capture, billing, and inventory management

Creating a Seamless Patient Experience

By combining Rivia’s established network of clinics with Waffle’s user-friendly software solutions, patients across Ghana can expect a more streamlined and convenient healthcare experience. RiviaOS empowers patients to:

• Schedule appointments online
• Access virtual consultations with healthcare providers
• Manage prescriptions and lab tests electronically

A Vision for Growth and Impact

This acquisition underscores Rivia’s ambition to become the leading network of high-quality primary care clinics in emerging markets, operating with an asset-light model. Victor Nara, Waffle’s founder, who now joins Rivia as its Chief Technology Officer, stated, “When I was presented with the opportunity to join forces with Rivia – a company that shares similar vision, values, and culture – it was a no-brainer.”

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Isidore Kpotufe, Rivia’s CEO, echoed this sentiment, highlighting the potential for growth: “By combining our strengths and resources, we can deliver more value, choices, and opportunities to clinics, customers, partners, and employees. We will also be able to accelerate our innovation, expand our reach, and enhance our impact.”

A Positive Step Forward for Ghanaian Healthcare

The Rivia-Waffle acquisition presents a significant step forward for Ghana’s digital healthcare landscape. It demonstrates the growing potential of local startups to develop innovative solutions that cater to the specific needs of the country’s healthcare system. This paves the way for improved access to quality healthcare services for a wider range of Ghanaians.