Dis-Chem

Dis-Chem is South Africa’s leading health and retail partner, dedicated to making quality healthcare more affordable, convenient, and inclusive for all. With a mission of Better Health Starts Here, Dis-Chem is redefining healthcare by connecting people, products, and services across a growing ecosystem. This includes a nationwide network of pharmacies, clinics, and retail outlets, along with expanding insurance and digital health offerings. Innovation is at the core of Dis-Chem’s progress, with bigly labs by Dis-Chem, their dedicated innovation hub, leveraging technology, data, and design thinking to create smarter and more personalized care. Dis-Chem Health and Dis-Chem Life make private healthcare and life cover more accessible through smart, AI-driven underwriting and health insights. The company’s Better Rewards loyalty program offers customers instant savings on essentials, enhancing their health investment.

Dis-Chem’s commitment to sustainability is evident through the Dis-Chem Foundation, which improves access to healthcare and supports healthier communities nationwide. By integrating health and sustainability, Dis-Chem is making healthcare more human, more connected, and better for everyone. The company’s extensive ecosystem and focus on innovation make it a key player in the South African healthcare landscape.

Founded in 1978, Dis-Chem has grown to employ 9,798 people, with its headquarters in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. As a public company, Dis-Chem continues to expand its reach and impact in the health and retail sectors.