Ilara Health, a Kenya-based health-tech startup, is reducing its workforce as part of an operational review and reorganisation.
In a statement issued late last week, the start-up stated that the decision was made due to current market conditions and financing dynamics, including a reversal of investment pledges and delays in payout.
As a result, the company aims to considerably cut its present personnel, assuring service continuity for clinics and patients.
Since 2019, the venture-backed company has been delivering affordable diagnostics, digitalisation, and healthcare financing assistance. The company is now reviewing all parts of its operations, with an emphasis on cash-generating business lines, it stated.
Those who may be affected have been notified, and a 30-day consultation period has commenced in compliance with Kenyan employment law, it said.
Emilian Popa, founder and CEO of Ilara Health commented: “This is a difficult moment for our team, especially in light of recent strides we have made in the business.
“We know that any potential job losses have a real impact on people’s lives. Our colleagues are at the heart of Ilara, and we are committed to supporting them through this period.”
“In addition, we are also resolutely focused on service delivery through the Ilara Health network, and our priority remains, as ever, to underserved communities who need access to essential healthcare services in Kenya.”
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