Futurize Sets the Stage for its HealthTech Summit and Demo Day in Nairobi
Nairobi, Kenya – October 23, 2024 – Futurize, in collaboration with ALX Ventures, is thrilled to announce the Futurize HealthTech Demo Day & Summit 2024, taking place on November 22, 2024, at ALX, Nairobi. The platform brings together 12 top startups from the FuturizeU HealthTech Incubator and the ALX accelerator program to pitch their groundbreaking healthcare solutions to a panel of investors, healthcare professionals, and industry leaders.
The Demo Day marks the culmination of the FuturizeU Incubator and ALX accelerator program, where participating startups went through an intensive bootcamp of workshops and mentoring. "By working closely with ALX Ventures, we’ve created an environment where startups don’t just survive—they thrive, gaining the tools to scale, the networks to grow, and the support needed to bring real healthcare solutions to communities across Africa," says Rhea Singhla, CEO of Futurize.
In addition to the startup pitches, the summit also features thought leadership panels and networking opportunities, highlighting the latest trends and investment prospects in healthtech.
Futurize partnered with AstraZeneca through the A.Catalyst Network for the FuturizeU healthtech incubator to mentor and support the startups. Deepak Arora, Country President of the African Cluster at AstraZeneca, emphasized, "It has been a privilege to witness the journey of the startups in the FuturizeU Innovation Program. The dedication of our team members at the Africa Health Innovation Hub in mentoring these young innovators has been truly inspiring. From ideation to launch, we have supported them every step of the way. I am confident that their innovative solutions will make a significant impact across the African healthcare landscape. The future is bright, and I look forward to seeing these startups thrive."
For the first time, founders from Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Tanzania, and Egypt will gather in Nairobi to present their solutions, underscoring the growing momentum in Africa’s healthtech sector. The Demo Day highlights the diverse, emerging talent from across the continent, with innovators focusing on practical, high-impact solutions to healthcare challenges.
Hatem Werdany, Egypt Country President at AstraZeneca, echoed this excitement, stating, "Innovation is the driving force of progress, and I am incredibly proud of the startups in the FuturizeU Innovation Program. Our team members at the Egypt Health Innovation Hub have been instrumental in guiding these visionary entrepreneurs through the incubator. Their groundbreaking solutions are a testament to their hard work and creativity. As we support them from ideation to launch, I am excited to see how they will transform the healthcare landscape in Egypt. Together, we are building a brighter future."
This exclusive, invite-only event will be a landmark moment for healthtech in Africa. To register your interest, please visit: www.futurize.studio.
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