Background

The Artificial Intelligence in Health Incubation Grant Program is an initiative led by STI Pathogen Labs, focused on advancing AI-driven health innovations in Uganda. In collaboration with the Science, Technology, and Innovation Secretariat (STI), Marconi Lab, and AI Lab Makerere, this program supports the commercialization of AI-based health technologies.

Serving as an early-stage business incubator, the program aims to transform AI health-tech innovations, products, and processes into viable, scalable businesses capable of significantly impacting the health sector.

One selected innovator will receive exclusive support, including grant funding, specialized training, technical assistance, and investor-readiness coaching. This initiative empowers entrepreneurs to develop sustainable, impactful ventures in health technology.

Program Overview

The program will incubate one innovative project with a prototype or Minimum Viable Product (MVP) through a structured one-year incubation process. It will offer business development support and seed funding to facilitate product development and market expansion for the chosen solution.

The program will offer a comprehensive support package that includes:

• One-Year Incubation:  Access to workspace, mentorship, and resources to develop your innovative solution towards commercialization.
• Initial Capital (Pre-seed):  Funding to conduct market research, product launch and market validation
• Expert Mentorship:  Guidance from industry experts and experts in AI and healthcare.
• Networking Opportunities:  Connect with investors, healthcare professionals, and potential partners.
• Workshops and Training:  Participate in workshops and training sessions to enhance your business and technical skills.

We have a total of UGX 100M to 250M in funding available.

Who is eligible to apply?

We invite startup companies and innovative teams to apply for our grant program, designed to support projects that leverage Artificial Intelligence to address critical healthcare challenges.

Startups/Innovators should possess the following attributes:

• Stage: Innovations with a prototype or Minimum Viable Product (MVP).
• Focus Area: Projects that leverage Artificial Intelligence to address healthcare challenges.
• Team: A team with diverse skills, including technical, business, and domain expertise.
• Commitment: Willingness to commit to the one-year incubation program and actively participate in all activities.

If you are part of a startup or you are an innovator with a project that aligns with these goals, we encourage you to apply and be part of advancing AI-driven solutions for a healthier future.

NB: This grant is restricted to Ugandan startups/innovators

Application Deadline: Monday 23^rd September 2024

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