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Pioneering Digital Health in Uganda

Bridging the Digital Divide

for Equitable Health

Empowering Uganda's underserved communities through resilient digital health infrastructure and interoperable technology ecosystems.

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OpenHIE CompliantHL7 FHIR StandardsWHO SMART GuidelinesSDG 3 AlignedSDG 9 AlignedDigital Public Infrastructure112+ Districts1500+ Facilities99.9% UptimeOpenHIE CompliantHL7 FHIR StandardsWHO SMART GuidelinesSDG 3 AlignedSDG 9 AlignedDigital Public Infrastructure112+ Districts1500+ Facilities99.9% Uptime
About OCA

A Pioneering Force in Digital Health

OneHealth Connect Africa is a pioneering digital health and telecommunications company headquartered in Kampala, Uganda. We integrate cutting-edge technology with deep contextual understanding to build resilient health systems that reach every community.

Our work spans telecommunications infrastructure, interoperable health technology platforms, and inclusive digital solutions designed specifically for the unique challenges of Sub-Saharan Africa.

Doctor showing patient health information on a tablet

Our Vision

A world where every individual, regardless of geography or socioeconomic status, has access to quality, technology-enabled health and social services through seamlessly connected digital ecosystems.

Our Mission

To bridge the digital divide for equitable health and social services by providing resilient digital connectivity, developing and deploying interoperable technology systems, and championing inclusive access for all communities in Uganda and beyond.

The Challenge
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Internet penetration in rural Uganda

Millions remain disconnected from essential digital health services, creating a widening gap in healthcare outcomes.

Children at a water pump in a rural Uganda village

Millions in rural communities remain disconnected from life-saving digital health services.

Connectivity Gap

Isolated rural health facilities lack reliable internet and telecommunications infrastructure, cutting them off from centralized health systems and real-time data exchange.

Fragmented Systems

Incompatible data silos across hospitals, clinics, and government agencies create dangerous blind spots in patient care and public health surveillance.

Inequitable Access

Geographic remoteness and economic barriers prevent vulnerable populations from accessing digital health tools, telemedicine, and life-saving information.

Core Services

End-to-End Digital Health Solutions

From infrastructure to application, we deliver comprehensive solutions that connect, integrate, and empower health systems across Uganda.

Doctor and patient reviewing health data on a tablet

Resilient Digital Health Connectivity

Robust telecommunications infrastructure including broadband, satellite, and last-mile connectivity solutions designed for the most remote health facilities.

Interoperable Health Technology

Standards-based platforms built on OpenHIE and HL7 FHIR that unify fragmented health data into a seamless, interoperable ecosystem.

Digital Health Equipment & Delivery

Telemedicine platforms, remote diagnostic tools, and digital health equipment that bring specialist care to underserved communities.

Equitable & Inclusive Access

Human-centered solutions that dismantle barriers to digital health, with user-centric design that prioritizes accessibility for all populations.

Our Approach

Four Pillars of Impact

Every initiative is anchored in principles that ensure sustainability, scalability, and genuine community benefit.

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Community-Centered

We listen, understand, and co-design with the communities we serve, ensuring solutions are contextually relevant and locally owned.

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Standards-Based

Aligned with WHO SMART guidelines and Digital Public Infrastructure principles for maximum interoperability and longevity.

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Partnership-Driven

Collaborative ecosystems with government, NGOs, and private sector partners that amplify impact beyond any single organization.

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Equity-Focused

The most vulnerable and underserved communities come first. Every decision is filtered through the lens of reducing inequality.

Strategic Impact

Aligned with Global Goals

Our work directly contributes to the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, creating measurable impact across multiple dimensions.

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SDG 3

Good Health & Well-being

Improving healthcare access and outcomes through connected digital health infrastructure reaching the most remote facilities.

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SDG 9

Industry, Innovation & Infrastructure

Building resilient telecommunications networks and interoperable technology systems that form the backbone of digital health.

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SDG 10

Reduced Inequalities

Targeting underserved and marginalized populations to ensure equitable access to digital health tools and services.

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SDG 17

Partnerships for the Goals

Fostering collaborative ecosystems across government, civil society, and private sector to maximize collective impact.

Who We Serve

Empowering Every Stakeholder

From frontline health workers to national policy makers, our solutions are designed to serve the entire health ecosystem.

Doctor consulting with a patient at a clinic

Healthcare Providers

  • Hospitals and specialist facilities
  • Rural health centers (HC II-IV)
  • Community health workers and VHTs
Professionals in a formal government policy meeting

Government Agencies

  • Ministry of Health
  • Ministry of ICT and National Guidance
  • District and local government health offices
Community group gathered around a table for health planning

Social Service Organizations

  • Non-governmental organizations (NGOs)
  • Community-based organizations
  • International development partners
Health worker conducting community outreach

Insurers & Financing Bodies

  • Health insurance providers
  • Claims processing organizations
  • Health financing and donor agencies
Why Choose OCA

What Sets Us Apart

A unique combination of technical depth, local insight, and unwavering commitment to equity.

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Holistic Expertise

From laying fiber to deploying FHIR-compliant platforms, we cover the full spectrum. Our end-to-end capabilities mean a single partner for infrastructure, software, and capacity building.

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Deep Contextual Understanding

As a Ugandan company, we bring unmatched local knowledge. We understand the terrain, the culture, the regulatory landscape, and the real-world constraints that international firms often overlook.

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Global Standards, Local Application

We build on OpenHIE, HL7 FHIR, and WHO SMART guidelines, ensuring our solutions are interoperable, future-proof, and aligned with global best practices while being tailored for local needs.

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Equity First, Always

We measure success not by deployment count but by impact on the most vulnerable. Every technical decision is evaluated through the lens of reducing inequity in health access.

Get In Touch

Let's Build a Healthier Uganda Together

Collective action drives lasting change. Whether you are a government agency, NGO, health facility, or technology partner, we invite you to join us in building connected, equitable health systems for every Ugandan community.

Kampala city skyline at sunset, Uganda
Kampala, Uganda