DAR ES SALAAM, Sept. 5 -- FROM electronic medical records and digital health platforms to advanced diagnostic equipment and datadriven decision-making, technology is rapidly changing the way healthcare is delivered around the world.

What was once largely dependent on paper records, physical files and face-toface consultations is increasingly becoming a digitally connected system in which patient information can be captured electronically, health trends analysed in real time and healthcare professionals supported by technology in diagnosis, treatment and follow-up.

The transformation is particularly important for countries seeking to expand access to quality healthcare while dealing with growing populations, limited resources and shortag...