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Batswadi Pharmaceuticals (Pty) Ltd. operates as a clinical research company.
Batswadi was founded by CEO, Christopher Whitfield and Hennie Visser, Batswadi (meaning parent in Tswana) aims to increase Africa’s access to innovative products, diagnostics, devices and services.
Batswadi’s strategic partnerships with key stakeholders enable it to deliver economic benefits to its shareholders while simultaneously increasing African access to innovative products and technologies.
The management team has extensive experience in launching and marketing innovative products in the South African pharmaceutical market. Their experience in the evolution of the market provides deep understanding of critical developments expected into the future.
Batswadi specializes in clinical trials from phases II, III and IV.
The company focuses on four platforms: biotechnology, pharmaceuticals, diagnostics and clinical research. We further provide innovative medical companies with a presence in Africa, as well as the required infrastructure to launch their products on the continent.
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