Medequip Supports Future Optometrists Through Student Equipment Donations

At Medequip, we believe that investing in the future of healthcare starts with supporting the students who will one day care for our communities.

This year, Medequip proudly donated five Keeler student equipment sets to bursary optometry students across three South African universities, helping provide the essential practical equipment needed throughout their studies and clinical training.

The initiative forms part of our ongoing commitment to healthcare education and supporting the next generation of eye care professionals in South Africa.


We were also honoured to partner with the UKZN Foundation during one of the official student handovers, where members of the Medequip team had the opportunity to personally meet and encourage some of the inspiring students receiving the bursaries.


Practical training is a vital part of becoming an optometrist, and access to the correct equipment can make a significant difference in building confidence, developing clinical skills, and ensuring students are fully prepared for their future careers.


The gratitude and feedback received from the students reminds us exactly why initiatives like this matter.


“Receiving this equipment bursary will greatly support my studies by allowing me to perform clinical procedures with confidence and independence.” – Elihle Gumede, University of KwaZulu-Natal


“Being selected as a recipient of the Medequip Keeler bursary award, which includes equipment sponsorship, is an honour I am deeply grateful for, and it marks a truly life-changing milestone in my journey as an aspiring health-care practitioner.” – Luyanda Ngidi, UKZN


“With the help of this bursary and equipment, I will be able to practice more frequently and improve my confidence in clinical procedures such as retinoscopy and ophthalmoscopy.” – Thembeal Aphile UKZN


“I was absolutely overwhelmed with gratitude and joy when I received the news that I have been awarded the Medequip bursary, and I want to express my sincere thanks to Medequip Keeler for this incredible opportunity.” – Aniswa Ngobese, UKZN


“I am sincerely thankful to Medequip for the bursary and equipment that will help me build a strong foundation for my future career in Optometry.” – Nonkululeko Songo, University of Zululand


At Medequip, we are proud to support these future optometrists as they work towards making a meaningful impact in eye care across South Africa.


We look forward to continuing initiatives that empower students, strengthen healthcare education, and contribute to a brighter future for healthcare in our country.