WELCOME TO SALDA

The Southern African Laboratory Diagnostics Association is a body that represents laboratory medicine in Southern Africa and is a unified voice around IVD’s and a collaboration of multinational and local companies who distribute,supply and manufacture In Vitro Diagnostic tests. IVDs contribute to more than 70% of all medical diagnosis and can be used to decrease overall healthcare costs. We believe that broader access to innovative diagnostic tools will drive and support the healthcare paradigm. Our association aims to lead and highlight the relevance and impact of IVD, influence patient lives and wellbeing, improve access, and  propel the market within Southern Africa. We actively engage with necessary stakeholders, public, private, advocacy, patient groups about the value industry brings to patients.

Latest Industry News

01JUL

Low screening, weak referrals and high HIV rates drive cervical cancer in South Africa


Low screening coverage, late diagnoses, high HIV prevalence, and limited access to treatment and vaccines are driving cervical cancer cases and deaths in South Africa.
23JUN

How Community Champions are Strengthening the Response to TB


Every day, 148 people in South Africa die from tuberculosis (TB). TB is a preventable and curable disease, yet it continues to disproportionately affect vulnerable communities.
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18JUN

U.S. FDA approves Lenacapavir


Unitaid welcomes the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s approval of lenacapavir for HIV prevention – a promising tool that could reshape how those most at risk of infection can protect themselves. A twice-yearly injectable, lenacapavir has the potential to close major gaps in access, particularly for people underserved by existing tools.
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23JUN

How Community Champions are Strengthening the Response to TB


Every day, 148 people in South Africa die from tuberculosis (TB). TB is a preventable and curable disease, yet it continues to disproportionately affect vulnerable communities.