| # | Company | Employees |
|---|---|---|
| 1 |
Mediclinicmediclinic.co.za
Private hospital group in South Africa and Namibia providing acute care, specialist services, and evidence-based care through a network of hospitals and clinics |
14,068 |
| 2 |
Life Healthcarelifehealthcare.co.za
Global diversified healthcare organization offering acute care, mental health, rehabilitation, renal dialysis, medical imaging, and radiopharmaceutical products and services. |
7,178 |
| 3 |
The Aurum Institutelinktr.ee
African organization with 21 years experience leading efforts to eradicate TB and HIV through research, treatment, and collaboration with various sectors |
2,249 |
| 4 |
Chris Hani Baragwanath Hospitalchrishanibaragwanathhospital.co.za
A hospital and healthcare provider located in Johannesburg, South Africa, serving the community with medical services and care |
1,999 |
| 5 |
Right to Carerighttocare.org
The company provides innovative HIV/TB care, pharmacy automation, male medical circumcision, and cervical cancer diagnosis and treatment services through research-driven solutions |
1,871 |
| 6 |
Lenmedlenmed.co.za
Established in 1984, the group manages and owns hospitals in South Africa, providing private patient healthcare and related services in Africa |
1,504 |
| 7 |
Melomed Private Hospitalsmelomed.co.za
Private hospital group with accessible locations in Western Cape and KZN, offering a wide range of medical services including specialized care and emergency services |
1,269 |
| 8 |
North East Ambulance Serviceneas.nhs.uk
Provides emergency ambulance response, patient transport, NHS 111 and 999 call handling, community training, and medical event support across North East region. |
1,210 |
| 9 |
ER24er24.co.za
National emergency medical care service providing efficient pre-hospital care in South Africa, with extensive coverage, state-of-the-art contact center, and tailored solutions for clients |
1,187 |
| 10 |
Clinix Health Group (Pty) Ltdclinix.co.za
A leading healthcare group in South Africa, managing seven hospitals with a focus on quality patient care, innovation, and community contribution |
805 |
| 11 |
National Renal Carenrc.co.za
A person-centered health provider focused on improving the health and quality of life for individuals with compromised kidney function |
720 |
| 12 |
Bestmed Medical Schemebestmed.co.za
A non-profit mutual medical scheme in South Africa, providing quality healthcare for over 50 years through member-focused services and cost containment efforts |
521 |
| 13 |
Health Professions Council of South Africa - HPCSAhpcsa.co.za
Regulating, guiding, and protecting healthcare practitioners in South Africa through registration, education, ethics, and professional conduct standards to serve the public |
497 |
| 14 |
Vertice MedTechvertice.co.za
A South African medical technology company providing turnkey solutions across healthcare sectors in Africa, focused on digital transformation for improved healthcare delivery |
448 |
| 15 |
Unjani Clinicsunjaniclinic.co.za
A non-profit organization in South Africa provides quality, affordable healthcare through a network of clinics run by black women nurses |
441 |
| 16 |
Maternal, Adolescent & Child Health Institute (MatCH)match.org.za
A South African organization specializing in HIV and TB assistance, capacity building, and service delivery to improve healthcare access and outcomes |
417 |
| 17 |
Addington Hospital
A large hospital located in Durban with 524 beds and over 2,200 staff members providing district and regional healthcare services |
322 |
| 18 |
Western Cape Blood Servicewcbs.org.za
A non-profit organization in Western Cape supplies safe blood products, adheres to international standards, and aims to be the top transfusion service in South Africa |
286 |
| 19 |
Zuid-Afrikaans Hospitalzah.co.za
A private, non-profit hospital dedicated to delivering exceptional patient-centered care and driving advancements in clinical innovation towards world-class standards |
284 |
| 20 |
PPS Healthcare Administrators (PTY) Ltd (PPSHA)ppsha.co.za
A subsidiary of PPS, the company prioritizes corporate governance, client care, and customized service to fulfill fiduciary responsibilities and ensure member satisfaction |
244 |
| 21 |
Icon Oncology South Africaiconsa.co.za
A nationwide network of oncology specialists in South Africa providing access to quality cancer care through Radiotherapy, Chemotherapy, and Managed Care divisions |
180 |
| 22 |
Shout-It-Nowshoutitnow.org
Innovative social enterprise providing free services related to gender-based violence, HIV prevention, and life skills to empower youth in hard-to-reach communities |
171 |
| 23 |
Faircape Health Institutefaircapehealth.co.za
Provider of restorative care and rehabilitation services post-injury or surgery, offering 24-hour long term and sub-acute healthcare solutions in a luxurious environment |
168 |
| 24 |
Golden Arrow Bus Services (Pty) Ltdgabs.co.za
The largest public bus transport provider in the Western Cape, offering essential services to communities and businesses in and around Cape Town for 162 years |
162 |
| 25 |
Groote Schuur Hospital Trustgshtrust.co.za
Dedicated to providing top-tier healthcare through funding for advanced medical equipment, treatments, and innovative projects at a renowned hospital |
158 |
| 26 |
Diagnostic Radiological Services Inc.radiologysa.co.za
A group of radiologists offering medical imaging and diagnostic radiological services in multiple hospitals in Johannesburg and the East Rand |
157 |
| 27 |
South African Pharmacy Councilsapc.za.org
Independent regulatory body in South Africa ensuring quality pharmaceutical services by setting standards, regulating pharmacy practice, registering professionals, and advocating for professional development |
156 |
| 28 |
Rondebosch Medical Centre Private Hospitalrondeboschmc.com
Private hospital providing affordable high-quality healthcare with a 24-hour emergency unit and a wide range of medical specialists Offers various healthcare facilities and services |
154 |
| 29 |
MedSol South Africamedsol.co.za
Leading provider of injury on duty compensation solutions, offering tailored practice management, financial services, and support for healthcare professionals to maximize their time |
150 |
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