Smart Applications International Clinches Top Innovation Award at 3i International Conference 2026
PHOTO: Harrison Muiru, Group Managing Director, Smart Applications International Ltd, receives the award from Gael Aliphon, Senior Manager Life (SWAN).
NAIROBI, Kenya, Apr 27 – Smart Applications International (Mauritius) has solidified its position as a pioneer in digital healthcare solutions, clinching the prestigious Product and Service Innovation of the Year award at the 2026 3i International Conference.
The event served as a global stage for industry leaders to address the evolving landscape of insurance and healthcare, with the accolade recognizing the firm’s commitment to driving transformation and operational excellence within the sector.
The award recognises Smart’s continued leadership in delivering innovative, technology-driven solutions that are transforming healthcare and insurance systems across Africa and beyond.
It reinforces the company’s commitment to building integrated platforms that enhance efficiency, strengthen accountability and improve outcomes for both insurers and healthcare providers.
The 3i International Conference brings together global industry leaders to explore emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities shaping the future of insurance.
This year’s discussions focused on the growing role of artificial intelligence, the need for stronger insurer provider collaboration and the importance of unlocking value through integrated digital ecosystems.
Smart Applications International Group was represented at the forum by Harrison Muiru, Group Managing Director, Esther Muiruri, Group Director, Insurance Business and Yan Jouan, Country Manager, Mauritius.
The delegation actively contributed to high-level discussions on the real-world impact of AI in healthcare, advancing collaboration across the insurance value chain, and leveraging digital platforms such as MediSmart and Smart Insure to drive system-wide efficiency.
Harrison Muiru,Group Managing Director while speaking following the recognition said the recognition is a strong validation of our commitment to delivering meaningful, technology-led transformation in healthcare and insurance.
“As systems grow in complexity, the need for intelligent, integrated platforms becomes even more critical. Our focus remains on building solutions that not only improve efficiency, but also strengthen trust, transparency and collaboration across the entire ecosystem”, said Mr. Harrison Muiru.
Yan Jouan, country manager, Mauritius emphasized that resilient healthcare systems rely on a combination of intelligent digital infrastructure and strong local expertise.
He highlighted that solutions like MediSmart and SmartInsure help insurers automate processes, reduce costs, and scale sustainably while maintaining human oversight.
Additionally, The award highlights Smart’s growing footprint in international markets and its role as a trusted partner in advancing digital transformation within the insurance and healthcare sectors.
Further, Through solutions such as MediSmart and Smart Insure, the company continues to enable seamless service delivery, enhance claims management, and support data-driven decision-making.
As global conversations increasingly shift toward the practical application of AI and digital technologies, Smart Applications International remains at the forefront driving innovation that delivers measurable impact for institutions and the populations they serve.
