Smart Applications International Secures Global Award for Digital Health Innovation
Harrison Muiru, Group Managing Director, Smart Applications International Ltd, receives the award from Gael Aliphon, Senior Manager – Life (SWAN).
–Kenyan-based health-tech giant, Smart Applications International, has bagged the prestigious Product and Service Innovation of the Year award at the 3i International Conference 2026 held in Mauritius.
The award, presented during the global forum convened by the Insurers Association of Mauritius, recognises the firm’s leadership in delivering technology-driven solutions that are currently transforming healthcare and insurance systems across Africa and beyond.
The 3i International Conference is a high-level summit that brings together global industry leaders to explore emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of the insurance sector.
This year’s discussions were dominated by the growing role of Artificial Intelligence (AI), the necessity for stronger insurer–provider collaboration, and the urgency of unlocking value through integrated digital ecosystems.Smart Applications International (Mauritius) was cited for its commitment to building integrated platforms that enhance efficiency, strengthen accountability, and improve outcomes for both insurers and healthcare providers.
The company was represented at the forum by a high-level delegation including Harrison Muiru, Group Managing Director; Esther Muiruri, Group Director for Insurance Business; and Yan Jouan, the Country Manager for Mauritius.
Speaking after receiving the accolade, Harrison Muiru noted that the recognition serves as a validation of the company’s mission to provide meaningful, technology-led transformation in the regional healthcare landscape.
“This recognition is a strong validation of our commitment to delivering meaningful, technology-led transformation in healthcare and insurance. As systems grow in complexity, the need for intelligent, integrated platforms becomes even more critical,” Muiru stated.
He further emphasised that the company’s focus remains on building solutions that do not just improve operational efficiency, but also foster trust and transparency across the entire healthcare ecosystem.
On his part, Yan Jouan, the Country Manager for Mauritius, highlighted the importance of blending digital infrastructure with local expertise to build resilient systems. He pointed out that the company’s flagship products, MediSmart and SmartInsure, are at the forefront of this digital revolution.
“Resilient healthcare systems rely on a combination of intelligent digital infrastructure and strong local expertise. Solutions like MediSmart and SmartInsure help insurers automate processes, reduce costs, and scale sustainably while maintaining essential human oversight,” Jouan explained
.The delegation actively participated in plenary sessions discussing the real-world impact of AI in healthcare and how digital platforms can be leveraged to drive system-wide efficiency.
The award underscores Smart Applications’ growing international footprint and its role as a trusted partner in the digital transformation of the insurance and healthcare sectors.
By enabling seamless service delivery and data-driven decision-making, the firm continues to support institutions in managing claims and improving service to the general population.
As global conversations shift toward the practical application of AI, Smart Applications International remains positioned at the forefront of innovation, driving measurable impact for both public and private health institutions.
