Bridge for Billions is launching the Ghana Social Entrepreneurs in Healthcare Program to fast-track early-stage startups tackling some of the country’s most pressing medical challenges.
In partnership with Boehringer Ingelheim’s “Making More Health” initiative, the program offers a seven-month roadmap for innovators and a call to action for global mentors to help scale solutions where they are needed most.
Why It Matters
Early-stage health ventures often fail not due to poor ideas, but due to a lack of structured support and market linkages.
- The Target: Solutions addressing Cardio-Renal-Metabolic (CRM) diseases—including diabetes, heart failure, and chronic kidney disease.
- The Goal: Moving beyond “ideas” to create sustainable, investment-ready businesses that strengthen Ghana’s healthcare ecosystem.
What’s in it for Entrepreneurs
Selected founders will navigate a “venture-building journey” designed to bridge the gap between innovation and impact.
- Digital Tools: Access to the Bridge for Billions online platform for business modeling.
- The “Health Systems Sprint”: Expert-led guidance on navigating Ghana’s specific regulatory and market access pathways.
- Visibility: The program concludes with an in-person pitch event to connect with potential partners and investors.
The Call for Mentors
The program is simultaneously recruiting volunteer mentors to provide one-on-one strategic guidance.
“Mentorship plays a crucial role in helping early solutions become stronger, more relevant, and more sustainable.” — Margarida Soares, Senior Program Manager at Bridge for Billions.
The Perk for Mentors: A structured framework with flexible, remote engagement, making it accessible for busy professionals globally who want to drive social impact.
Go Deeper: Key Dates
- Deadline: Applications for both entrepreneurs and mentors close January 31, 2026.
- Duration: Seven months of incubation.
- Apply: Interested parties can register via the Bridge for Billions platform.
