ABOUT US
Malaica is a health tech company dedicated to redefining maternal care in Kenya. By combining innovative technology with expert care and community support, we empower mums-to-be with the resources and guidance they need for a safe, informed, and joyful pregnancy journey. At Malaica, we believe that every mum deserves the highest quality of care, no matter where she is.
WHY PARTNER WITH US?
Shared Mission and Values: We seek partnerships with entities committed to advancing maternal and newborn health, empowering women, and fostering community well-being. Together, we can work towards a future where every mother has access to the care and support she needs.
Scalable Impact: Our innovative platform leverages technology to extend the reach and effectiveness of maternal healthcare services. By partnering with us, you’ll contribute to scalable solutions that have a tangible impact on maternal and infant health at both local and national levels.
Community-Centred Approach: Our care model is deeply rooted in the communities we serve. We work closely with local health providers to ensure our services are culturally appropriate and accessible. Partners benefit from our deep community connections and insights, helping to create initiatives that resonate with the people they are meant to serve.
Our mission
Our mission is to make pregnancy safe and joyful for millions of women. Our approach to maternal health combines personalised care, hybrid models, advanced technology, and community support to address the high maternal mortality rates in Sub-Saharan Africa. We offer a hybrid care model that includes online support and physical checkups, allowing mothers to receive support from Malaica throughout their pregnancy and delivery.
Our vision
We envision a world where every mum has access to the best maternal care, empowered by technology and guided by compassionate experts. Through continuous innovation, we aim to set new standards in maternal healthcare, ensuring that every pregnancy is a journey of support, confidence, and connection. At Malaica, we are more than just a health service—we are your partners and unwavering supporters. Let’s make your pregnancy the empowering experience it deserves to be.
MEET OUR FOUNDING TEAM:
Malaica was founded by a passionate team of healthcare and tech experts committed to transforming the pregnancy experience for women:
Dr Lorraine Muluka
With a Masters in Medicine with a specialisation in Obstetrics and Gynecology, Lorraine has a keen interest in innovating and improving the Kenyan healthcare system and has played key roles in several healthcare startups over the last decade. Her leadership steers Malaica’s mission to provide a seamless blend of expert care and innovative tech solutions.
Pascal Koenig
With an educational background in economics, Pascal has helped build three startups in the digital health space. The last one, a women’s health company Ava, supported couples to conceive. Pascal’s financial expertise in tech-driven healthcare systems plays a crucial role in delivering personalised care to mums across Kenya.
Victor Ndegwa
Victor, a Computer Science graduate from the University of Nairobi, has been passionate about computers since childhood. He started building software commercially in his teens, starting with a point-of-sale system for a local supermarket. Victor founded several tech companies, including software development consultancies and SaaS businesses. Driven by a desire to improve healthcare systems, he leads Malaica’s tech development, aiming to impact millions of women.
Isis Nyong’o
Isis has a bachelor’s degree in biology from Stanford and an MBA from Harvard. After management roles at Google and MTV, she ventured out to build the largest pregnancy and parenting community in Kenya called MumsVillage which later joined forces with Malaica.
Markus Gemuend
Markus is a global healthcare executive. He spent 16 years at Lonza Group Ltd, including as CEO, of the industry-leading CDMO, followed by 18 years at Genentech/Roche, the global leader in biotechnology and personalised healthcare. Among other key roles, Markus was the General Manager of Roche Sub-Saharan Africa. He gets inspired by catalysing new, innovative, disruptive approaches and business models that have the potential to deliver profound impact on customers, societies and economies. This is why he joined Malaica’s board of directors: To redefine how we deliver obstetric care.