Dawa Mkononi
Founded
2020 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — Dawa Mkononi was established to digitize and improve access to pharmaceutical supply chains by enabling health facilities and pharmacies to procure quality medicines more efficiently, reduce stockouts, and simplify inventory management through a tech‑enabled B2B platform.
Founders & Leadership
Joseph Paul — Founder & CEO (leading the development of technology solutions focused on pharmaceutical procurement and healthcare supply chain innovation).
Location
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania — with operational reach across East Africa serving pharmacies, health facilities, and other institutional clients.
Industry
HealthTech / Digital Healthcare / Pharmaceutical Logistics — focused on improving medicine accessibility, supply chain transparency, and operational efficiency for healthcare providers via digital ordering, delivery, and financing tools.
Funding Stage
Seedstage — Dawa Mkononi has raised early seed funding (e.g., a round in January 2024) from investors including Axian, Villgro Africa, Warioba Ventures, Pontem Ventures, and Sanofi, positioning it as an early‑stage startup with backing from strategic partners.
Overview
Dawa Mkononi operates a digital procurement and supply platform that allows pharmacies and healthcare facilities to order authentic pharmaceutical products via a mobile/web app, pay securely (e.g., Selcom Pay), and receive timely deliveries — helping reduce stockouts and tackle counterfeit medicines. It integrates data‑driven ordering, credit‑financing options, and efficient logistics to improve medicine availability and support healthcare delivery across underserved communities.
Core Features & Capabilities
Digital Ordering Platform: Pharmacies and clinics can browse and order medicines from an extensive catalogue via the mobile or web app.
Credit‑Financing Support: Provides financing to help healthcare providers manage cash flow and maintain stock levels.
Secure Payments: Integrates secure digital payment options like Selcom Pay for seamless checkout.
Reliable Delivery: On‑time delivery services to facilities to prevent stockouts and ensure continuous access.
Inventory Tools: Features digital stock lists, order history tracking, and reorder functions to streamline pharmacy operations.
Target Market
Pharmacies & Health Facilities seeking reliable access to authentic pharmaceutical supplies with efficient ordering and delivery.
Healthcare Providers who need digital tools to manage inventory and reduce stockouts.
Institutional Buyers & Clinics looking for financing support and tech‑enabled procurement solutions.
Impact‑Focused Partners & Investors interested in supporting healthcare access and digital supply chain innovation in Africa.
Value Proposition
Dawa Mkononi modernizes the pharmaceutical supply chain by combining digital procurement, data insights, credit financing, and logistics execution — empowering pharmacies and health centers to reliably access quality medicines, reduce counterfeit exposure, optimize cash flows, and improve health outcomes across communities.