HealthTech Hub Africa (HTHA) has announced its 2025 Accelerator Program, which aims to empower African health startups. 

The Novartis Foundation launched this initiative on December 31, 2024, to integrate innovative health technologies into public health systems across the continent.

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Supporting health innovations

HTHA will support selected startups through a comprehensive 10-month program. Participants will engage in investment readiness masterclasses, mentorship, and networking opportunities with public and private sector partners.

The focus areas include cardiovascular health, breast cancer, and data-driven decision-making. 

Dr Ann Aerts, Head of the Novartis Foundation, emphasised the importance of collaboration, stating, “By fostering a conducive environment for knowledge exchange, this collaboration seeks to empower health tech innovators”.

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Addressing health challenges

The program aims to tackle significant health challenges African nations face, where limited resources often hinder access to quality healthcare.

Since its inception, HTHA has supported 68 organisations across 17 countries, impacting over 2.35 million beneficiaries and creating more than 830 jobs.

Dr Babatunde Omilola from the African Development Bank noted, “This collaboration will develop actionable recommendations that address capacity gaps for health technology innovations in Africa”.

With a physical base in Kigali, Rwanda, HTHA continues to drive innovation and scalability in health tech solutions, making strides towards better healthcare access for underserved communities across Africa.