Timbuktoo HealthTech Accelerator Program Kicks Off in Kigali, Rwanda with 40 Promising Startups
Kigali, Rwanda - The highly anticipated Timbuktoo HealthTech Accelerator Program has officially launched in Kigali, Rwanda, with 40 innovative startups selected for its inaugural cohort. The program, which aims to revolutionize healthcare in Africa, has received blessings from the Presidency of Rwanda.
In a speech, a representative from the Presidency emphasized the government's commitment to supporting entrepreneurship and innovation in the health sector. This endorsement reinforces Rwanda's reputation as a hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.
Jabangwe PNN, former Ecocash Zimbabwe CEO, echoed the sentiment, urging the startups to "Make no small plans." Her words of wisdom resonated with the selected entrepreneurs, who are poised to transform the healthcare landscape.
Timbuktoo's origins are as inspiring as its mission. Started in a coffee shop in m, New York 2019 between Ahunna Eziakonwa, Assistant Secretary General and Director of UNDP Regional Bureau for Africa and Ms Jabangwe. Today, it has evolved into a vibrant ecosystem nurturing healthtech innovation in Africa.
The 40 selected startups represent a diverse range of healthtech solutions, including:
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These startups will benefit from Timbuktoo's comprehensive accelerator program with the help of startup bootcamp , featuring:
- Mentorship from industry experts
- Access to funding and investment opportunities
- Networking with key stakeholders
- Guidance on regulatory compliance
Over the next few months, these innovators will refine their solutions, scaling their impact and improving healthcare outcomes across Africa.
As Timbuktoo's journey continues, its impact is expected to resonate across the continent, transforming lives and communities.
Timbuktoo is a HealthTech accelerator program empowering African entrepreneurs to revolutionize healthcare.
