MIT Innovation Challenge for Africa
About the opportunity:
Millions of people across Africa still struggle to get quality healthcare, from limited access to primary care to a shortage of health workers. This challenge from MIT Solve is aimed at innovators building practical, technology-driven ways to close those gaps and grow their impact.
The challenge is open to solutions that are already working, in areas such as primary healthcare, digital health, AI and fairer access to essential health services. Selected teams get funding of at least US$25,000, with the chance of additional prizes. They also join a nine-month programme of mentorship and technical support, and gain access to global partners, investors and innovation networks.
It suits early-stage and growing health ventures that have moved beyond the idea stage and want money, guidance and connections to scale.
Who can apply:
- HealthTech startups
- Social enterprises
- Innovators with working solutions to healthcare challenges
- Solutions focused on areas such as primary healthcare, digital health, AI and equitable access to essential services
What you get:
- Funding of at least US$25,000, with opportunities for additional prizes
- A nine-month support programme with mentorship and technical assistance
- Access to global partners, investors and innovation networks
- Opportunities to strengthen and scale your solution
Official link: Use the Apply button on this page to go straight to the official application. Always confirm the latest details and requirements on MIT Solve’s official page before applying.
Reminder: Use the “Never miss this deadline” box at the top of this page to add the deadline to your Google Calendar or Apple / Outlook calendar, so you don’t miss it.
Tip: Show evidence that your solution already works, such as users reached or pilot results, since the call is for working solutions rather than ideas.
