
In a powerful interview by The School of Hard Knocks that’s been making waves online, U.S. billionaire Henry Kaestner shared a bold conviction:
“Nine of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies will be in Africa. And yet, Africa receives less than 0.5% of global private equity and venture capital.”
It’s a reality that’s both shocking and promising.
While traditional investors continue to circle saturated Western markets, Kaestner – along with a growing wave of forward-thinkers – is pointing toward Africa as the most overlooked investment opportunity of our time. With a youthful population, rapid mobile adoption, and an urgent need for infrastructure, Africa is not just catching up – it’s leapfrogging.
A New Healthcare Era Is Emerging
At XRP Healthcare, we didn’t wait for the headlines to validate our direction. We saw the trend before it became obvious. We focused on real-world impact – acquiring on-the-ground pharmacies in Uganda, integrating AI-powered mobile healthcare, and preparing for a public listing on the TSX Venture Exchange (TSXV) to unlock global capital.
We’re not just building a company – we’re building a healthcare movement fit for the future of Africa.
From Local Pharmacies to AI-Driven Care
Africa’s healthcare challenges are well documented – fragmented infrastructure, medicine stockouts, and limited access in rural areas. But instead of treating these as barriers, XRP Healthcare sees them as an opportunity to transform.
• We’ve acquired multiple retail and wholesale pharmacies, forming a strong foundation for consolidation
• Our XRPH AI App is built to deliver localized, intelligent health insights directly to patients
• We’ve activated a U.S. pharmacy savings program, accepted at over 68,000 locations – proving our vision is global
Why the Numbers Matter
For investors with vision, the numbers behind Africa’s healthcare market speak louder than any pitch:
• Africa’s healthcare sector is projected to reach $259 billion by 2030
• The continent is home to 1.4 billion people, yet accounts for less than 1% of global health expenditure
• There is a shortage of over 600,000 pharmacy outlets across Sub-Saharan Africa
• 50% of Africans lack access to essential healthcare services, despite growing demand
• 9 of the world’s 20 fastest-growing economies in 2025 will be in Africa
• Private equity and venture capital funding into Africa remains under 0.5% of global allocation
This isn’t just a gap. It’s an open runway.
With rapid urbanization, mobile-first populations, and rising middle-class income, Africa is becoming one of the most scalable markets for health innovation on the planet.
The IPO Catalyst
With our upcoming IPO on Canada’s TSX Venture Exchange, XRP Healthcare is taking the next leap – offering investors a chance to get in early on a company with:
• Tangible revenues
• Real-world utility
• A mission grounded in solving one of Africa’s biggest systemic challenges: healthcare
This Isn’t Aid. This Is Scale.
Like Henry Kaestner, we believe Africa’s time is now. But we’re not here to donate. We’re here to build, acquire, and scale.
The best investment opportunities often lie in the places no one’s looking – until it’s too late.
XRP Healthcare is already there.
Credit: The School of Hard Knocks
Watch the full interview: https://youtu.be/pS31sNpncKw?si=cQNDtR9BdwMAgFNV