About Liyana Healthcare

Our Corporate Identity

Pioneering Healthcare Excellence in East Africa

Established in 2013 by Dr. Girma Ababi and headquartered in Hawassa, Sidama Region, Ethiopia, Liyana Healthcare PLC has grown into a leading healthcare enterprise serving over 2 million patients across Ethiopia. With 1,500+ healthcare professionals and employees, we operate six major sectors comprising hospitals, diagnostic centers, pharmaceutical services, educational institutions, and manufacturing facilities. Our commitment to clinical excellence, innovation, and community service defines our journey toward becoming the premier healthcare provider in the Horn of Africa.

Performance metrics

Key Statistics & Accreditations

Quality

Medical Treatment

Personalized

Patient Care

Modern

Medical Facilities

24/7

Emergency Support

Fast & Accurate

Test Results

Safe

Comfortable Environment

Experienced

Medical Professionals

Advanced

Diagnostic Technology

Hawassa (Corporate HQ)

Dr. Girma Ababi

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

20+ Years Experience Founder

Ethiopian Quality AwardISO 9001:2015 Champion

Founder's Perspective

A Message from Leadership

Since founding Liyana Healthcare in 2013, our mission has been unwavering: to deliver compassionate, world-class healthcare to every patient while advancing medical education and innovation across Ethiopia. Today, with over 2 million patients served and a team of 1,500+ healthcare professionals, we are proud to be recognized as Ethiopia's first ISO-certified private healthcare organization and a consistent Ethiopian Quality Award champion. Our commitment to clinical excellence, ethical practice, and community service—demonstrated through our LUCS Foundation contributing 10% of annual profits—defines who we are. As we continue to expand, we remain dedicated to setting new standards for healthcare delivery in the Horn of Africa.

Dr. Girma Ababi

Founder & Chief Executive Officer

Our Foundation

Purpose & Principles

Driven by a clear vision and unwavering values, we are committed to transforming healthcare delivery across East Africa.

Our Vision

To be the leading, most trusted, and innovatively-driven healthcare institution in the Horn of Africa, setting standards for medical excellence, clinical outcomes, and community health impact.

Our Mission

To provide accessible, high-quality, and patient-centered healthcare services to communities across Ethiopia and the wider East African region through innovation, compassion, and clinical excellence.

Core Values

Compassion, Integrity, Respect, Excellence, and Innovation — guiding every interaction in our patient-centered approach.

Quality Promise

We adhere to international healthcare standards, utilizing advanced technology to ensure superior patient outcomes.

89.1%

Patient Satisfaction

120+

Medical Experts

24/7

Emergency Support

ISO 9001

Certified Operations

Top-Tier Standards

|ISO 9001:2015 Registered Clinical Operations|LUCS Foundation Partner

Trust & Responsibility

Quality, Culture & Social Impact

The principles, standards, and community commitments that shape how Liyana works and how it serves patients and society.

Operations

Quality Policy

Liyana Healthcare is committed to providing high-quality, safe, and effective healthcare services that exceed patient expectations. We maintain internationally recognized ISO 9001:2015 standards across all operations, implement evidence-based clinical protocols, conduct regular quality audits, and empower our staff to report and address quality concerns. Our quality framework ensures consistent delivery of excellent care, continuous organizational learning, and compliance with all regulatory and accreditation requirements.

Visible Standards

ISO-driven process discipline, continuous improvement, and patient safety are built into daily operations.

Identity

Corporate Culture

At Liyana, our culture is built on trust, continuous learning, and patient-centered care. We foster an environment where healthcare professionals are empowered to innovate, collaborate, and deliver their best work every day.

Patient-Centered Care: Every decision prioritizes patient safety, dignity, and outcomes.Clinical Excellence: We maintain rigorous quality standards and pursue continuous improvement in all clinical practices.Ethical Leadership: Integrity, transparency, and accountability guide our organizational behavior.Team Collaboration: Our diverse, multidisciplinary teams work seamlessly to deliver integrated care.Innovation & Research: We invest in medical research, technology, and professional development.Community Commitment: We actively contribute to the health and wellbeing of the communities we serve.

Community

CSR / Social Impact

Liyana Healthcare is deeply committed to giving back to society. Through LUCS, our dedicated community service foundation, we commit 10% of our annual net profit and 2% of daily sales to support underserved communities and individuals in need.

Health education and disease prevention programs in rural and underserved areas

Free/subsidized healthcare services for low-income patients

Scholarship programs for healthcare students from disadvantaged backgrounds

Community health outreach campaigns and health screenings

Our Prides

Things We Are Proud Of

Milestones and achievements that define our commitment to quality, innovation, and community service across Ethiopia and the Horn of Africa.

First Private Healthcare Provider in EQA

The first and only private healthcare provider actively participating in and recognized by the Ethiopian Quality Award (EQA) framework, demonstrating unwavering commitment to quality excellence.

Strategic International Partnership

Established a strategic private-to-private partnership with Korean Hospital, strengthening international collaboration, knowledge exchange, and advancement in specialized healthcare services.

First ISO 9001:2015 Certified Private Healthcare Organization in Ethiopia

Pioneering private healthcare organization in Ethiopia to obtain ISO 9001:2015 certification, reflecting internationally recognized standards in quality management and healthcare delivery.

LUCS — Liyana Universal Community Service Foundation

Our Journey

Milestones

From a single specialized center to a growing network of hospitals, colleges, and facilities — building healthcare capacity across Ethiopia since 2012.

2024milestone

EQA Recognition Milestone

Recognized as Ethiopia's first and only private healthcare provider actively participating in and championed by the Ethiopian Quality Award (EQA) framework for three consecutive years.

Ethiopia

2024milestone

EQA Recognition Milestone

Recognized as Ethiopia's first and only private healthcare provider actively participating in and championed by the Ethiopian Quality Award (EQA) framework for three consecutive years.

Ethiopia

2024expansion

Yanet General Hospital Expansion

Yanet Specialized Medical Center expanded into a comprehensive General Hospital offering full-range medical, surgical, diagnostic, emergency, and specialty healthcare services.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2024expansion

Yanet General Hospital Expansion

Yanet Specialized Medical Center expanded into a comprehensive General Hospital offering full-range medical, surgical, diagnostic, emergency, and specialty healthcare services.

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2024milestone

ISO 9001:2015 Certification

Became Ethiopia's first private healthcare organization to obtain ISO 9001:2015 certification across multiple operational units, setting new standards for quality management.

Ethiopia

2024milestone

ISO 9001:2015 Certification

Became Ethiopia's first private healthcare organization to obtain ISO 9001:2015 certification across multiple operational units, setting new standards for quality management.

Ethiopia

2026expansion

Yanet Advanced Diagnostic Center

Launched state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory offering advanced and specialized testing services including IHC, Molecular Diagnostics, and Histopathology.

Hawassa, Ethiopia

2026expansion

Yanet Advanced Diagnostic Center

Launched state-of-the-art diagnostic laboratory offering advanced and specialized testing services including IHC, Molecular Diagnostics, and Histopathology.

Hawassa, Ethiopia

2025expansion

Yanet Ophthalmology & Dental Specialty Clinic

Established specialized eye care and dental services using modern clinical technologies for comprehensive vision and oral health care.

Hawassa, Ethiopia

2025expansion

Yanet Ophthalmology & Dental Specialty Clinic

Established specialized eye care and dental services using modern clinical technologies for comprehensive vision and oral health care.

Hawassa, Ethiopia

2024expansion

Yanet General Hospital

Yanet Specialized Medical Center expanded into a General Hospital

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2024expansion

Yanet General Hospital

Yanet Specialized Medical Center expanded into a General Hospital

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2021expansion

Yanet-Liyana College of Health Sciences

Formation of Yanet-Liyana College of Health Sciences providing quality education and professional training through undergraduate and master's programs.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2021expansion

Yanet-Liyana College of Health Sciences

Formation of Yanet-Liyana College of Health Sciences providing quality education and professional training through undergraduate and master's programs.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2020milestone

Yanet Primary Hospital

Formation of Yanet Primary Hospital offering comprehensive primary healthcare services including outpatient care, emergency services, and maternal and child health services.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2020milestone

Yanet Primary Hospital

Formation of Yanet Primary Hospital offering comprehensive primary healthcare services including outpatient care, emergency services, and maternal and child health services.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2019milestone

Yanet Trauma and Surgical Specialized Center

Established Ethiopia's first private Trauma and Surgical Center, providing advanced emergency, trauma, and surgical care.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2019milestone

Yanet Trauma and Surgical Specialized Center

Established Ethiopia's first private Trauma and Surgical Center, providing advanced emergency, trauma, and surgical care.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2019milestone

Liyana-Oxy Oxygen Manufacturing Plant

Launched medical-grade Oxygen Manufacturing facility with 97.3% purity and production capacity of up to 600 oxygen cylinders per day.

Bishanguracha, Oromia, Ethiopia

2019milestone

Liyana-Oxy Oxygen Manufacturing Plant

Launched medical-grade Oxygen Manufacturing facility with 97.3% purity and production capacity of up to 600 oxygen cylinders per day.

Bishanguracha, Oromia, Ethiopia

2019milestone

Yanet Covid Center

Formation of Yanet Covid Center (later transitioned to Specialized Medical Center)

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2019milestone

Yanet Covid Center

Formation of Yanet Covid Center (later transitioned to Specialized Medical Center)

Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

2018expansion

Formation of Liyana Healthcare PLC

Liyana Healthcare PLC officially formed as parent organization consolidating all healthcare and related business units.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2018expansion

Formation of Liyana Healthcare PLC

Liyana Healthcare PLC officially formed as parent organization consolidating all healthcare and related business units.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2013milestone

Yanet Drugs & Supplies Wholesale

Formation of Yanet Drugs & Supplies Wholesale, marking the founding of Liyana Healthcare enterprise by Dr. Girma Ababi.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2013milestone

Yanet Drugs & Supplies Wholesale

Formation of Yanet Drugs & Supplies Wholesale, marking the founding of Liyana Healthcare enterprise by Dr. Girma Ababi.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2012milestone

Yanet Internal Medicine Specialized Center

Formation of Yanet Internal Medicine Specialized Center, the genesis of clinical services in Ethiopia's Southern Region.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

2012milestone

Yanet Internal Medicine Specialized Center

Formation of Yanet Internal Medicine Specialized Center, the genesis of clinical services in Ethiopia's Southern Region.

Hawassa, Sidama, Ethiopia

Accolades & Achievements

Recognition & Awards

National honors reflecting our commitment to quality, compliance, and responsible enterprise across Ethiopia's healthcare sector.

DQS GmbH (International Standards Body) • 2024

ISO 9001:2015 Certification

ISO 9001:2015 Certification for Provision of Support Services: Policy, Strategy, Planning and Performance Evaluation (Cert #40100294 QM15)

DQS GmbH (International Standards Body) • 2024

ISO 9001:2015 Certification

ISO 9001:2015 Certification for Provision of Human Health Services: Primary Hospital Service — General Medical Consultation and Treatment (Cert #40100296 QM15)

DQS GmbH (International Standards Body) • 2024

ISO 9001:2015 Certification

ISO 9001:2015 Certification for General Specialized Medical Consultation and Treatment in General Hospital Services (Cert #40100297 QM15)

Ministry of Revenue • 2024

Better Tax Law Compliance & Faithful Payment

Recognition from the Ministry of Revenue for demonstrating exemplary tax law compliance and faithful payment of obligations to the nation.

Ministry of Labour and Skills • 2023

Best Contribution to Decent Work & Industrial Peace

Gold Label Certificate awarded in recognition of Liyana Healthcare's best contribution to Decent Work, fair labor practices, and industrial peace.

Ethiopian Quality Award • 2022-2024

Ethiopian Quality Award (EQA) Champion

Three-year consecutive recognition from the Ethiopian Quality Award (EQA) framework. Liyana is the first and only private healthcare provider championed by EQA.

Pioneering Healthcare Excellence in East Africa