AI 4 Health Incubation Grant
Accessing commercialisation support and seed capital
Email: ai4health@mak.ac.ug
Tel: +256773255121
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.
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:
Access to workspace, mentorship, and resources to develop your innovative solution towards commercialization.
Funding to conduct market research, product launch and market validation.
Guidance from industry experts and experts in AI and healthcare.
Connect with investors, healthcare professionals, and potential partners.
Participate in workshops and training sessions to enhance your business and technical skills.
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.
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.
If your project aligns with these criteria, we encourage you to apply and join us in advancing AI-driven solutions for a healthier future.
Your project should be at the prototype or Minimum Viable Product (MVP) stage, showcasing initial validation and potential for further development.
We are specifically looking for projects that leverage AI technology to innovate and solve real-world healthcare problems, improving outcomes and accessibility.
Your team should bring together diverse expertise, including technical know-how, business acumen, and domain-specific knowledge in healthcare.
We seek dedicated teams willing to commit to a one-year incubation program. Active participation in all program activities is essential to ensure the success of your project.
Start of Applications’ Submission
Application Deadline
Shortlist Announcement
Interviews
Program Starts
High-quality, AI-enabled health innovations aimed at bringing products closer to patients and address any pressing health challenges using Artificial Intelligence We’re looking for innovations that are solving toughest health challenges through artificial intelligence.
No, there is no fee required to apply.
All information submitted may be seen by the program team which includes review panel. All members of the program team are bound by confidentiality agreements. We will retain application materials of applicants (including applicants who are not selected) for up to two years.
Yes, you can submit more than one application provided they have separate use case.
Along with filling out the application, applicants are asked to submit a link to a 2-minute max video that describes the innovation (Mandatory).
The selection committee will include review panelists and judges from STI, Marconi, AI and partner organizations who understand the entrepreneurial journey and start-up ecosystem, including AI sector specialists.
The selection committee will meet to select the best (1) innovations in the initial screening based on:
Following selection, the program coordination team will conduct due diligence on the selected innovator to validate the legal status to ensure they are eligible to receive grant funding. Following due diligence, the innovator will be informed, finalized, and sign a program agreement.
