Susu was founded in 2019 by Bola Bardet after she lost her father to complications of a chronic health condition due to poor management. Her experience with her father’s condition inspired Bola to help others avoid the same fate. Alongside her co-founders, Laurent Leconte (Chief Technology Officer) and Sandrine Egron (Chief Operations Officer), Bola has built the startup to serve thousands of Africans.
The healthcare industry in Africa is currently facing a multitude of problems. A growing population increased lifespan, and urbanization have all contributed to a sharp rise in the mortality of chronic diseases like diabetes and hypertension. In addition, most people do not have access to quality healthcare and are in urgent need of solutions to manage their healthcare needs.
