Africa is rapidly adopting 3D printing to transform healthcare. Homegrown companies are producing affordable, customized medical solutions, improving access and outcomes.
Here are the top 5 African-led medical 3D printing companies:
— MedAdd (South Africa): Central University of Technology initiative producing affordable 3D-printed implants, prosthetics, and surgical tools for local hospitals.
— FabLab Ghana (Ghana): Uses 3D printing to develop medical solutions, including low-cost respirator masks, supporting hospitals across Ghana.
— Mentis 3D (South Africa): Offers fast, reliable 3D printing services for healthcare and other industries, with a platform for nationwide orders and deliveries.
— Akhani 3D (South Africa): Agile manufacturing service bureau combining traditional and advanced 3D printing to create medical and industrial parts.
— Additive Manufacturing Africa (South Africa): Provides 3D printing services, training, and facilities, helping scale local production of medical and industrial products.
These African-founded companies are leading medical 3D printing on the continent, driving innovation and making healthcare solutions more accessible.
This ranking features African-founded and African-led companies active in medical 3D printing. Selection was based on innovation, operational impact, and contribution to healthcare delivery. Information was verified from company reports and trusted sources, updated August 2025.
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