Senegal has emerged as Francophone Africa's digital leader, with the "Smart Senegal" strategy driving healthcare digitization. As the country launches major projects for electronic health records and telemedicine, pharmacies and hospitals need software solutions that support French language and integrate with regional systems. This guide compares the best pharmacy and hospital management software for Senegal and Francophone West Africa in 2026.
Senegal & Francophone Africa Healthcare Technology 2026
Key developments shaping the market:
- Six Digital Health Projects: Senegal launching EHR, telemedicine, HIS, pharmaceutical digitization
- Digital Health Law: New legislation governing health data and digital systems
- Smart Senegal Strategy: National digital transformation including smart health services
- French Language: Primary language for healthcare software interfaces
- XOF Currency: West African CFA Franc used across WAEMU countries
- Orange Money/Wave: Mobile money platforms dominating payments
- WAEMU Integration: West African Economic and Monetary Union healthcare cooperation
Top Pharmacy Software in Senegal 2026
1. PharmaPOS by MedSoftwares
PharmaPOS offers comprehensive pharmacy management with French language support for Francophone Africa.
Key Features for Senegal:
- Pricing: XOF 300,000 - XOF 1,000,000 one-time (no monthly fees)
- Language: Full French interface support
- Currency: West African CFA Franc (XOF) native
- Mobile Money: Orange Money, Wave, Free Money integration
- Offline Mode: Full operation during power/internet issues
- Inventory: FEFO expiry tracking, pharmaceutical compliance
- Multi-Branch: Centralized management for pharmacy chains
- Regional: Deployable across WAEMU countries
Francophone Africa Advantages:
- Complete French language interface
- XOF pricing - no currency conversion
- No recurring monthly fees
- Offline capability for infrastructure challenges
- Scalable across Francophone West African countries
2. Kera Health (Senegal)
Kera Health is a Senegal-based health tech startup building an AI-driven healthcare platform.
Key Features:
- AI-Driven: Advanced AI-powered health platform
- Unified Platform: Medical records, lab results, pharmacy, insurance unified
- Local Development: Senegal-based company
- Innovation: Cutting-edge health technology approach
Considerations:
- Emerging platform - verify current feature availability
- Contact for pricing structure
- Check pharmacy-specific module depth
3. Helium Health (Regional)
Helium Health operates across multiple African countries including Senegal.
Key Features:
- Coverage: Nigeria, Ghana, Liberia, Senegal
- EMR: Electronic medical records with offline capability
- Hospital Management: Comprehensive HMS tools
- Regional: Pan-African presence
Considerations:
- Primarily English-focused - verify French support depth
- Subscription-based pricing model
- Stronger presence in Anglophone markets
Pharmacy Software Comparison - Senegal
| Feature | PharmaPOS | Kera Health | Helium Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | XOF 300K-1M one-time | Contact vendor | Subscription |
| French Interface | ✅ Full French | ✅ Native French | ⚠️ Verify depth |
| XOF Currency | ✅ Native | ✅ Local | ⚠️ May need config |
| Orange Money/Wave | ✅ Integrated | ⚠️ Verify | ⚠️ Varies |
| Offline Mode | ✅ Full offline | ⚠️ Check | ✅ Available |
| Standalone Pharmacy | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Part of platform | ⚠️ Part of HMS |
Top Hospital Management Software in Senegal 2026
1. HospitalOS by MedSoftwares
HospitalOS provides comprehensive hospital management with full French language support.
Key Features for Senegal:
- Pricing: XOF 500,000 - XOF 2,500,000 one-time license
- Language: Complete French interface
- Modules: OPD, IPD, Laboratory, Pharmacy, Billing
- Mobile Money: Orange Money, Wave patient payments
- EMR: Electronic medical records in French
- Offline: Critical operations without internet
- Telemedicine: Ready for Senegal's telemedicine initiatives
2. Senegal Government HIS Initiative
Senegal's government is implementing a national Hospital Information System (HIS).
Key Features:
- Scope: National healthcare digitization
- Projects: EHR, telemedicine, HIS, pharmaceutical digitization
- Timeline: Digital health law implementation by 2026
- Coverage: Public health facilities primary target
Considerations:
- Primarily public sector focus
- Private facilities need compatible solutions
- Integration opportunities for third-party software
3. Kera Health Platform
Kera Health's AI-driven platform includes hospital management capabilities.
Key Features:
- AI Integration: AI-powered diagnostics and analytics
- Unified Records: Integrated patient information system
- Insurance: Insurance system integration
- Innovation: Emerging health tech leader in Senegal
4. Helium Health HMS
Helium Health provides hospital management across their African markets.
Key Features:
- Pan-African: Multi-country deployment experience
- EMR: Comprehensive electronic medical records
- Offline: Offline-capable design
- Expansion: Growing Francophone presence
5. 7thCare Technology
7thCare is expanding pilot projects into Francophone West Africa.
Key Features:
- Markets: Nigeria, Kenya, Ghana with Francophone expansion
- Digital Records: Health record management
- Growth: Expanding regional footprint
Hospital Software Comparison - Senegal
| Feature | HospitalOS | Kera Health | Helium Health |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pricing | XOF 500K-2.5M one-time | Contact vendor | Subscription |
| French Interface | ✅ Complete | ✅ Native | ⚠️ Partial |
| AI Features | ⚠️ Basic analytics | ✅ AI-driven | ⚠️ Varies |
| Telemedicine | ✅ Ready | ✅ Integrated | ✅ Available |
| Offline Mode | ✅ Yes | ⚠️ Check | ✅ Yes |
| Local Presence | ✅ West Africa | ✅ Senegal-based | ⚠️ Regional |
Why Senegalese Facilities Choose MedSoftwares
1. Complete French Language Support
Full French interface ensures staff comfort and efficiency - critical for Francophone healthcare settings.
2. XOF Native Pricing
Pricing in West African CFA Franc eliminates currency conversion complexity across WAEMU countries.
3. Orange Money & Wave Integration
Native integration with Senegal's dominant mobile money platforms for seamless patient payments.
4. One-Time Licensing
No monthly fees - important for facilities managing budgets in the Francophone healthcare context.
5. Offline Capability
Works during power and internet outages common in some areas of Senegal and the region.
6. WAEMU Regional Scalability
Deploy across Francophone West Africa: Senegal, Côte d'Ivoire, Mali, Burkina Faso, Benin, Togo, Niger with consistent XOF pricing and French support.
Francophone West Africa Expansion
MedSoftwares solutions are deployable across WAEMU countries:
- Senegal: Digital health leader with Smart Senegal strategy
- Côte d'Ivoire: Largest Francophone West African economy
- Mali: Growing healthcare digitization needs
- Burkina Faso: Healthcare sector development
- Benin: Digital transformation initiatives
- Togo: Healthcare modernization efforts
- Niger: Healthcare infrastructure development
Implementation in Senegal
For Pharmacies:
- Contactez-nous for XOF pricing
- French interface configuration
- Orange Money/Wave integration
- Staff training in French
- Go-live with support
For Hospitals:
- Facility assessment
- Module selection aligned with Senegal HIS initiatives
- Telemedicine capability setup
- French language staff training
- Phased implementation
Conclusion
Senegal's position as Francophone Africa's digital health leader creates opportunities for modern healthcare software adoption. PharmaPOS and HospitalOS offer complete French language support, XOF pricing, and mobile money integration that Francophone facilities need, with offline capability and one-time licensing that fits regional realities.
Contactez MedSoftwares today for a demonstration and XOF pricing for your Senegalese or Francophone African facility.
