Egypt’s Grinta Expands to Primary Care With Citi Clinic Acquisition

Egyptian healthtech startup Grinta has announced its acquisition of Citi Clinic, a primary healthcare service chain based in Egypt, marking a strategic shift from B2B pharmaceutical distribution to direct patient care.

As part of this transition, Grinta has also secured a strategic funding round from Beltone Venture Capital and Raed Ventures, though the investment amount remains undisclosed.

By acquiring Citi Clinic, Grinta gains access to a network of over 150,000 patients, integrating offline and online healthcare services. This move reflects a broader industry trend, with major pharmaceutical players like McKesson and Walgreens also transitioning into direct-to-consumer healthcare services.

Beyond Egypt, Grinta is expanding its East African footprint, with plans to build a pharmacy chain in Tanzania and develop export partnerships with Egyptian pharmaceutical manufacturers.