Shalina Healthcare

What Shalina Healthcare does

Shalina Healthcare is a Dubai-headquartered pharmaceutical company that manufactures and distributes affordable healthcare products across Africa. Founded in 1982, the company has operated in African healthcare markets for over 40 years and currently reaches approximately 1 billion people across 25+ African countries, including Angola, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, South Africa, and Zambia, among others. Its core technology is a pharma manufacturing-and-distribution model that sources finished formulations from WHO GMP-approved facilities in India and China and delivers them through company-owned regional depots and direct distribution networks to pharmacies, hospitals, and healthcare providers.

The company's product portfolio comprises 50+ prescription and consumer health brands spanning 13 therapy areas, including anti-malarials (Shal'Artem, L-Artem Forte), antibiotics (Moxyclav, Omeshal, Zanitin, Eficef), anti-inflammatory and pain management (Ibucap, Ibucap Forte, Anaflam), cardiovascular and diabetes (Napril, Teleshal, Amlox, Gliben, Roshal), dermatology (Betasol, Epiderm, Canderm, Clozole, Ketazol), gastrointestinal (Polygel, PRAZOLE, Shalcer), respiratory (Shaltoux, Super Apeti), gynecology, anthelmintics (Tanzol), and consumer health adjacencies including oral care (Flodent), antiseptics (Germol), skincare (Monalisa), and infant nutrition (Optilait). The company also operates Shalina Diagnostics, a wholly-owned subsidiary providing diagnostic laboratory services.

Shalina generates revenue through one-time sales of pharmaceutical products distributed via its direct distribution network to enterprise buyers (hospitals, pharmacies) and SMB/individual consumers across Africa. Pricing is not publicly disclosed and is structured around an affordability-as-principle positioning. The GTM motion combines direct distribution (depot-to-pharmacy/hospital) with broader retail pharmacy channels, supported by digital marketing, HCP-focused webinars (Shalina MedSpace, Doctor's Webinars), and community outreach programs. The company is privately held with no disclosed institutional investors, funding rounds, or parent company.

Name

Shalina Healthcare

Legal name

Shalina Healthcare

Website

https://shalina.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1982

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

1,001–5,000 employees

Short description

Shalina Healthcare is a Dubai-headquartered pharmaceutical company that distributes affordable medicines and consumer health products sourced from WHO-approved facilities across 25+ African countries, serving the general African population with a 50+ brand portfolio spanning anti-malarials, antibiotics, cardiovascular, and nutrition.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Pharmaceuticals

NAICS

Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (3254), Pharmaceutical and Medicine Manufacturing (32541), Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers (42421), Drugs and Druggists' Sundries Merchant Wholesalers (424210)

SIC

Pharmaceutical Preparations (2834), Wholesale-Drugs, Proprietaries & Druggists' Sundries (5122)

akta.pro primary industry

Specialty Care Pharmaceuticals (HLAIAAAB)

akta.pro secondary industries

Health Supply Chain, Procurement & Access to Medicines (BPADAIAI), Pharmacy Front-End & Sundries Distribution (Health & Wellness, Personal Care, Convenience) (CRAOAHAG), Specialty Pharma & Biologics Distribution (GDP-compliant) (HLAGAMAD)

Keywords

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing
• Prescription medications
• Antimalarial treatments
• Consumer health products
• Pharmaceutical distribution

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Personnel, Infrastructure, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Pharmaceutical Product Sales: Revenue generated from the sale of prescription brands, everyday wellness products, and consumer health brands across African markets through direct distribution channels.

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

Shalina Healthcare manufactures (via third-party WHO-approved facilities in India and China), markets, and distributes a broad portfolio of branded pharmaceutical and consumer health products spanning 13 therapy areas, with a particular focus on anti-malarials, anti-infectives, cardiovascular, diabetes, dermatology, gastrointestinal, and respiratory treatments. The company reaches patients across 25+ African countries through a direct distribution network of regional depots, supplying pharmacies, hospitals, and healthcare providers with affordable prescription and everyday wellness brands.

Product overview

Shalina Healthcare operates as a pharmaceutical company offering a broad portfolio of prescription brands, everyday wellness products, and consumer health brands across Africa. The portfolio spans multiple therapeutic categories including Anthelmintics, Anti-Inflammatory, Anti-Infective, Anti-Malarials, Cardiac & Diabetes, Consumer Health, Dermatology, Gastrointestinal, Gynecology, Men's Health & Wellness, Nutraceutical, and Respiratory. The company provides prescription medications for conditions such as malaria (Shal'Artem), bacterial infections (Moxyclav, Omeshal, Zanitin), hypertension (Napril, Teleshal, Amlox), diabetes (Gliben), iron deficiency (Hemoforce), and dermatological conditions (Betasol, Epiderm, Canderm), alongside consumer health products including oral care (Flodent toothpaste), antiseptic products (Germol), and infant nutrition (Optilait). Shalina Diagnostics provides laboratory testing services. The company sources from WHO-approved production facilities in India and China and maintains distribution expertise across the African continent.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Shalina Diagnostics: State-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory services with the latest testing equipment and highly skilled team of technicians, scientists, and doctors.

Products and services

• Shal'Artem A prescription anti-malarial product used for the treatment of malaria, available as tablets, dry syrup, and dispersible tablets.
• L-Artem Forte Tablets A prescription anti-malarial tablet launched as a more economical artemisinin combination therapy option for the treatment of uncomplicated multi-drug resistant malaria.
• Ibucap A prescription analgesic used to treat general body pain, headache, period pain, migraine, dental pain, and back pain.
• Ibucap Forte Capsules A prescription analgesic launched as a more potent version of Ibucap for treatment of pain disorders such as dental pain, headache, neuralgia, fever, rheumatism, arthritis, and dysmenorrhoea.
• Moxyclav A prescription antibiotic used to treat a wide range of bacterial infections.
• Omeshal A prescription antibacterial medication used to treat a variety of bacterial infections, available as capsules, injection, and combination kits.
• Zanitin A prescription antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections of the respiratory tract, urinary tract, middle ear, sinus, skin, and dental infection.
• Eficef A prescription antibiotic used to treat bacterial infections in the respiratory tract, urinary tract, ears, throat, tonsils, and gonorrhoea.
• Shalbactam A prescription antibiotic used in combination with other antibiotics to treat severe infections.
• Napril A prescription antihypertensive containing Enalapril maleate, used to treat high blood pressure and heart failure.
• Teleshal A prescription antihypertensive used to treat high blood pressure and to reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke.
• Amlox A prescription medication used to treat hypertension (high blood pressure) and angina.
• Gliben A prescription antidiabetic used to control blood glucose levels in patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus.
• Roshal A prescription lipid-lowering medication used to decrease bad cholesterol levels and reduce the risk of heart attack or stroke.
• Hemoforce A prescription iron supplement used in the treatment and prevention of iron deficiency anemia caused by malaria, worm infection, or heavy menstrual flow.
• Anaflam A prescription anti-inflammatory used to treat headache, muscle and joint pain, neck pain, menstrual pain, dental pain, infection, or injury.
• Amidol A prescription analgesic used to provide relief from pain, fever, and headache associated with infection or injury.
• Betasol A prescription dermatological used to treat itching, redness, crusting, scaling, swelling, and discomfort of skin conditions such as resistant eczema and psoriasis.
• Canderm A prescription antifungal used to treat fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, and ringworm.
• Clozole A prescription antifungal used to treat fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infection.
• Epiderm A prescription dermatological used to treat inflammatory skin conditions associated with infections or at a risk of infections.
• Ketazol A prescription antifungal used to treat fungal skin infections such as athlete's foot, jock itch, ringworm, and yeast infection.
• Polygel A prescription gastrointestinal medication used in the treatment of gastric problems such as heartburn and indigestion.
• PRAZOLE A prescription proton pump inhibitor used to treat acid reflux and stomach ulcers.
• Shalcer A prescription gastrointestinal medication used to treat gastroesophageal reflux disease and ulcers in stomach or upper gut in patients requiring long-term treatment.
• Shaltoux A prescription respiratory medication used to treat cough and sore throat associated with common cold, flu, allergy, and other respiratory conditions.
• Super Apeti A prescription antihistamine used to treat allergic conditions such as hay fever (allergic rhinitis), hives (urticaria), and rashes.
• Tanzol A prescription anthelmintic used to treat pinworm, roundworm, hookworm, whipworm, threadworm, tapeworm, pork tapeworm infection, and hydatid cyst.
• Cevite A consumer-health multivitamin supplement designed to improve overall health.
• Optilait An advanced infant formula inspired by breast milk designed to provide advanced nourishment for growing babies, available in stages 1, 2, and 3.
• Flodent A consumer-health fluoride-based toothpaste which prevents cavities, leading to stronger teeth, and prevents bad breath.
• Germol A consumer-health range of antiseptic and disinfectant products providing protection from germs.
• Monalisa A consumer-health selection of skincare products known for deeply hydrating properties, offered in both lotion and cream formulations.
• Shalina Diagnostics State-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory services with the latest testing equipment and a highly skilled team of technicians, scientists, and doctors.

Segments1 record

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

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Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Cipla: Indian global pharmaceutical company with strong branded generics portfolio across Africa, particularly in anti-malarials, HIV, and respiratory. Directly comparable business model of sourcing from Indian manufacturing and distributing branded generics across African markets.
• Aspen Pharmacare: Largest African pharmaceutical company, headquartered in South Africa, with extensive manufacturing and distribution across the continent. Direct competitor in branded generics and consumer health across overlapping therapy areas in sub-Saharan Africa.
• Aurobindo Pharma: Indian generic pharmaceutical major with significant emerging markets presence, including Africa. Operates a similar model of branded generic manufacturing for African distribution across anti-infectives and chronic disease therapy areas.
• Strides Pharma Science: Indian pharmaceutical company focused on branded generics in emerging markets, with established African operations. Closely comparable in business model of manufacturing in India and distributing branded generics across African and other emerging economies.
• Emcure Pharmaceuticals: Indian pharmaceutical company with growing presence in Africa and emerging markets, focused on branded generics across women's health, anti-infectives, and cardiovascular. Comparable in geographic focus and branded generic distribution model.
• Lupin Pharmaceuticals: Indian pharmaceutical company with branded generics and established presence in Africa, the Middle East, and other emerging markets. Comparable business model with focus on anti-infectives, cardiovascular, and diabetes therapies.

Broad incumbents

• Viatris (formerly Mylan): Global pharmaceutical company with extensive presence in Africa through branded generics, ARVs, and women's health. Broader portfolio and global scale, but overlapping therapeutic categories and African distribution footprint make it a relevant comparable.
• Sanofi: Global pharmaceutical major with long-standing African presence across branded pharmaceuticals, vaccines, and consumer health. Competes in many of the same therapy areas (anti-malarials, diabetes, cardiovascular) with significantly broader resources.
• Novartis: Global pharmaceutical major with significant African operations through Novartis Social Business and Sandoz generics division. Operates across overlapping therapy areas (cardiovascular, respiratory, anti-malarials) with both innovative and generic offerings.
• Novartis (Sandoz division): Global generics division of Novartis with presence across African markets. Provides affordable generic alternatives in similar therapy areas and competes in public health tenders across the continent.

Market position

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

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• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/shalina-healthcare/?originalSubdomain=za
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Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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