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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 2d

Self-Reliance formula?

Local Excellence + Dtic + Catalyze!

This partnership makes SA trade inclusive & fun.
Day 2 @EngageTradeAfrica is connecting ordinary SANs to extraordinary global deals! 🇿🇦

#MDMSA #Durban #PlayYourPart #SouthAfrica

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 2d

MDMSA’s Rx for Self-Reliance?

Partnerships & Dtic fuel!

Dr. Gobinca (YMS Med) met us for local supply help.

We’re connecting the deals (and the grants)!

South Africa, the doctor is in.

#MDMSA #Dtic #SAHealth #SouthAfrica

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 2d

Durban’s Day 2: We found the key to SA’s self reliance. It’s not superpowers, it’s partnerships!

African deals mean jobs & quality local content.

Even Mrs. Khan agrees our standards are sweet! 😉

#MDMSA #EngageTradeAfrica #Trade #SouthAfrica

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 2d

MDMSA Executive Director Ashraf Ismail is at Engage Trade Africa,driving meaningful partnerships for self reliant SA manufacturing.

Local talent + African & global partners = the future! 🚀

#EngageTradeAfrica #MadeInSA #Partnerships #SouthAfrica

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 4d

Our Chairlady is at Engage Trade Africa forging partnerships so epic, the economy will finally make sense! 😂

Self-reliance for SA means local goods & global/African allies.

Cohesion is the new key!

#MDMSA #Trade #Durban #SA #SouthAfrica

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 4d

MDMSA Chairlady Simone Rudolph Shortt is at Engage Trade Africa! Durban's the spot for building a self-reliant SA.

Local manufacturers + global/African partners = 🚀. (Yes, she's planning the takeover!) 😂

#MDMSA #Partnerships #SouthAfrica #SouthAfricanTourism #EngageTradeAfrica

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 4d

MDMSA's Simone Rudolph-Shortt (too focused to pose! 😅) at Engage Trade Africa!

Driving self reliance & export for SA MedTech.

Connect with us in Durban!

#MDMSA #EngageTradeAfrica #MadeInSA #Export #MedTech #AskaMan #Molefe #SouthAfrica

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 7d

MDMSA at BIO Africa Convention vibe: Electric! ⚡️

Durban is the hub for African MedTech self reliance.

Missed it? ➡️ Plan for 2026!

#MedTech #MadeInSA #Durban #BIOAfrica

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 7d

MDMSA Chair Simone Rudolph-Shortt is hunting local manufacturers!

Let's boost #SelfReliance.

(She's focused—sorry for the camera dodge! 😉)

#MedTech #MadeInSA #SouthAfrica #MedTechMzansi #BioAfrika

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 15d

Akacia Medical & MDMSA are at the Gauteng Export Symposium,powered by the Gauteng Province & DTIC South Africa.

See SA made medical devices boost local & diaspora markets!🌍

#MDMSA #GautengExports #AkaciaMedical #MedicalDevices #dtic #SouthAfricaInnovation #AfCTFA

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 15d

See the future of healthcare! 😉

MDMSA unveils top SA made medical devices at the Gauteng Export Symposium (dtic supported).

A boost for local markets & the African diaspora.

#MedicalTech #MadeInSA #MDMSA #SouthAfrica #MedicalDevices

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · 29d

Strategic meeting with Qatar Chamber & the dtic on strengthening SA-Qatar trade.

Focused on long term export growth & sustainable partnerships.

Ms Zanelli Sani led our team.

Warm Qatari hospitality was key!

#SouthAfrica #Qatar #EconomicPartnership #GlobalTrade #Doha

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 26

SA innovation on the global stage! 😉

MDMSA manufacturers successfully showcased their medical devices at the @QatarChamber during the supported Outward Selling Mission.

Great progress for trade and strong relations!
#SouthAfrica #Qatar #MDMSA #Trade #MedicalDevices

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 26

South Africa making strides!

Huge thanks to Qatar Chamber for their incredible hospitality and support staff who assisted our MDMSA manufacturers at their product exhibition.

Great teamwork for strong SA-Qatar trade!

#SouthAfrica #Qatar #MDMSA #Hospitality #Trade

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 25

South Africa making strides!

#MDMSA manufacturers showcased their innovative products at the Qatar Chamber of Commerce, fostering new connections and future business.

A great step for SA-Qatar trade!

#SouthAfrica #Qatar #MDMSA #Trade #Innovation

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 25

South Africa is making strides! 😉

From Sept 20-24, the DTIC & Qatar Chamber held an Outward Selling Mission.

#MDMSA manufacturers successfully met Qatari counterparts, paving the way for more business and shared prosperity. 😊

#SouthAfrica #Qatar #Trade #Business

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 15

The future of your smile is here. 3D digital scanning improves dental outcomes with precision and comfort, ending messy impressions.

It’s a game changer for South Africa's dental care. Talk to your dentist about it.

youtu.be/Q1y8gL5bc_w?...

#DigitalDentistry #SAhealth #3DScanning

Aoralscan Elite - IPG (intraoral photogrammetry) Scanner from SHINING 3D Dental

YouTube video by SHINING3D Dental

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 12

An excellent opportunity!

#MDMSA presented virtually at the Consulate General of India,Johannesburg.

We discussed "mutually beneficial reciprocal opportunities" for medical devices between South Africa & India,a global hub for quality,affordable healthcare.

#SouthAfrica #India #MedicalDevices

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 9

POV: You're at the forefront of medical innovation.

NGL, the da Vinci surgical system is a game changer.
It gives surgeons precision and 3D vision. It's revolutionizing patient care.

Check it out here: youtu.be/M4eclQcqhH0

#MDMSA #RoboticSurgery #MedTech #SouthAfrica #MedicalDevices

Do you know how the da Vinci robotic system works?

YouTube video by Intuitive

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 8

The evolution of surgery is here! 🤖

From open procedures to minimally invasive techniques, robotics like the da Vinci system are giving surgeons 3D vision and precision.

A game changer for patient recovery!

youtu.be/IZpO5ol182o #MDMSA #RoboticSurgery #MedTech #Innovation #SouthAfrica

The Evolution of Surgery | A Freethink Original Video

YouTube video by Intuitive

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 6

Anton Coetzee met Honourable Minister Parks Tau at IATF 2025.

You could say the discussion on exporting SA medical devices into Africa had serious Rizz!

That's influence and charm!

#FYI : It's how business gets done.

#MDMSA #IATF2025 #AfCFTA #Rizz #SouthAfrica

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 6

Building the future of African trade!

Our Treasurer, Anton Coetzee, met with Minister Mpho Parks Tau @dc_anc at IATF 2025 in #Algeria.

They're discussing how to export medical devices into Africa under the #AfCFTA . The future is bright!

#IATF2025 #MadeInSA #AfricanUnion

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 5

We're in Algiers for the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2025)!

#MDMSA is here to take South African made medical devices into the AfCFTA market, in collaboration with Afreximbank and the African Union .

A gateway to new opportunities for African healthcare. #IATF2025 #SouthAfrica #AfricanBusiness

Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 5

Ever wonder how surgical medical devices like robots are made?The da Vinci system from Intuitive has roots in automotive manufacturing.Lean production and robotics combine for less pain and faster recovery for patients.
Check it out here: youtu.be/_WsgJznDVIc?...

#SurgicalRobotics #SouthAfrica

How are surgical robots made? Go behind the scenes.

YouTube video by Intuitive

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Ashraf Ismail @theashrafismail.bsky.social · Sep 4

It's a wrap!

Thanks, Thandiwe, for all your help at WHX.

We hope to see all our members, exhibitors, and visitors again next year.

#MDMSA #WHXCapeTown #ThankYou #SeeYouNextYear