Applications are open for AYA Innovation Challenge 2025. The AYA Innovation Challenge invites technology-driven firms and start-ups to develop digital health solutions focused on managing diabetes and hypertension in Ghana. Hosted by Innohub under the AYA‑Integrated Healthcare Initiative, the programme targets scalable solutions that enhance patient self-care, data monitoring and provider engagement.
The winning innovation will receive a grant of €100,000, pilot implementation in the Ashanti Region in partnership with the Ghana Health Service, and potential for national rollout.
AYA Innovation Challenge Benefits
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- €100,000 grant to scale your digital health solution
- Pilot opportunity in the Ashanti Region
- National visibility and potential patnership with Ghana Health Service
Who Can Apply
AYA is open to digital health firms, startups, and innovators with solutions focused on:
- Diabetes and hypertension self-management.
- Patient data collection, monitoring, or adherence tools.
- Decision-support systems for healthcare providers..
- Scalable solutions that enhance healthcare access and outcomes.
- Applicants must have a functional solution and demonstrate the ability to pilot in Ghana.
Eligibility Criteria for AYA Innovation Challenge
- Registered firms, start-ups or innovators with a digital health solution (software, app, platform) that addresses diabetes or hypertension.
- Solutions must be scalable, compatible with the Ghana Health Service infrastructure, and demonstrate ability to pilot in the Ashanti Region.
- Both local and international applicants may apply, provided there is a plan for local implementation and capacity transfer.
Key Dates
- Applications Open: 27 October 2025
- Application Deadline: 10 November 2025
- Shortlist Announcement: 15 November 2025
- Final Pitch & Winner Announced: 21 November 2025
How To Apply for AYA Innovation Challenge
Application Deadline: 10 November 2025
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