About

Dialysis Association of South Africa

Our History

From Concept to Collective Voice

The Dialysis Association of South Africa (DASA) was founded in August 2012 with a clear and urgent mandate: to unify and empower the private dialysis sector.

The Association was established by three pioneering founding members: Noeleen Philipson (from National Renal Care), Esme De Beer (an independent practitioner), and Claire Anderson (from B. Braun Avitum). Their collective experience recognized the critical need for a single, authoritative voice to represent providers and secure the future of quality dialysis care.

Driving Mission and Vision

From its inception, DASA’s work has been driven by a clear Vision: to positively shape healthcare policies through representation and collaboration with national stakeholders. This vision immediately translated into a comprehensive Mission focused on strategic collaboration, legislative advocacy, and promoting global best practices.

Every objective, from seeking direct representation on relevant associations to creating a unified communication channel, was established to ensure the sustainability of the industry and uphold the commitment to quality access to life-saving care for patients across South Africa.

Today, DASA continues to build on the foundation laid in 2012, serving as the essential collective medium for providers and a key partner in the country’s healthcare dialogue.

Our Mission

The objectives of the Association is to organise, manage and regulate in relation to its Members all matters affecting Private Dialysis Providers.
Future Security
We secure the future of private dialysis through strategic collaboration with governing bodies.
Balanced Focus
We prioritize national interests while factoring in regional and global developments.
Global Knowledge
We promote international liaison to bring global best practices in healthcare access to South Africa.
Upholding Standards
We maintain structures for governance and monitoring, ensuring transparent and responsible leadership.
Legislative Advocacy
We conduct rigorous advocacy, supporting or opposing legislative measures to protect members’ interests.
Unified Voice
We create a collective voice for all members to address critical issues of access to care.
Direct Representation
We actively seek direct representation on all associations that affect our members.
Official Communication
We serve as the primary medium for communication between members, government, and the public.

Our Vision

Unify and Empower
To bring all Private Dialysis Providers together, strengthening their collective position in healthcare.
Collective Representation
To act as a single, authoritative voice, effectively communicating the sector’s needs to regulators
Innovative Engagement
To foster new ways for members to collaborate, share knowledge, and drive industry progress.
National Collaboration
To work closely with government and key national stakeholders to achieve lasting policy impact.
Shaping Policy
To ensure access to quality dialysis care and positively influence the future direction of healthcare policies.

Meet the Board

Dialysis Association of South Africa Leadership

Tebogo Malele

Chairperson
Nephromed Kidney Centre/
WestRand Dialysis
Managing Director ​

Karishma Singh

Deputy Chairperson
B. Braun
Avitum
Managing Director ​

Dr. Noeleen Phillipson

Treasurer​
Life Healthcare
Renal ​
General Manager

Edmund Jacobs

Secretary
National Renal Care
(NRC)
HR Executive
Esme de Beer (Independent Practitioner) 
Claire Anderson (B. Braun PTY LTD) 
Robert Souter (National Renal Care PTY LTD) 
Noeleen Phillipson (National Renal Care PTY LTD)
Chairperson: Robert Souter
Deputy Chair: Nick Finn
Treasurer: Nozipho Tladi  
Secretary: Tebogo Malele  
Chairperson: Riyas Fadal
Deputy Chair: Robert Souter
Treasurer: Nozipho Tladi  
Secretary: Tebogo Malele 
Chairperson: Tebogo Malele 
Deputy Chair: Karishma Singh 
Treasurer: Noeleen Phillipson  
Secretary: Edmund Jacobs