William Mapham

Dr. William Mapham MBChB FCOphth has a diverse professional background in ophthalmology and health advocacy, currently serving as CEO of Vula Mobile since January 2012. Previous roles include Ophthalmology Registrar at Stellenbosch University (2013-2017) and Ophthalmology Medical Officer at various hospitals, including Port Elizabeth Provincial Hospital and Uitenhage Hospital. Dr. Mapham also held the position of Director of Communications and Advocacy at the Reproductive Health & HIV Research Unit, where a significant multimedia campaign on health issues was produced. Educational credentials include an MBChB from the University of Cape Town and advanced programs in Ophthalmology from Stellenbosch University, as well as business and innovation studies at Stanford University and MIT.