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Health-Tech Raises $12M to Digitize Africa's Pharmacies
InnovationMay 22

Health-Tech Raises $12M to Digitize Africa's Pharmacies

A health-tech company serving over 12,000 pharmacies across Africa and the Middle East just secured $12 million to expand its AI-powered platform that's transforming how hospitals and pharmacies get medical supplies. Aumet has already processed five million transactions worth over $1 billion, and now it's bringing its system to public hospitals across Jordan.

Google News - Africa Innovation3 min read
Nigeria's Top 100 Tech Leaders Honored for Industry Growth
Community HeroesApr 26

Nigeria's Top 100 Tech Leaders Honored for Industry Growth

YNaija has released its 2026 list celebrating 100 people shaping Nigeria's booming tech ecosystem. The honorees span fintech, health tech, food delivery, and more, showcasing the depth of innovation across Africa's largest economy.

Google News - Nigeria Tech Startup2 min read
Finland and NY's Largest Hospital Partner on Health Tech
SolutionsMar 25

Finland and NY's Largest Hospital Partner on Health Tech

New York's biggest healthcare system just teamed up with Finland to bring cutting-edge medical innovations to American patients. Finnish health tech companies will now test their solutions in real-world clinical settings across Northwell Health's 28 hospitals.

Regional: finland innovation (FI)2 min read
Nigeria's First Lady Calls for Global Health Investment
Health & WellnessApr 9

Nigeria's First Lady Calls for Global Health Investment

Senator Oluremi Tinubu is rallying nations to invest in science-backed health systems and collaborative solutions. Her World Health Day message champions the One Health approach that connects human, animal, and environmental wellbeing.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Apple Expands Health Features to 160+ Countries
Health & WellnessMay 22

Apple Expands Health Features to 160+ Countries

Apple just made life-saving health tools available to millions more people worldwide, including hearing tests and sleep monitoring. The tech giant's latest expansion brings vital health features to India, Italy, and Taiwan.

Google News - Technology2 min read
Kitchener Health Tech Gets $5.8M, Creates 60 Jobs
SolutionsFeb 26

Kitchener Health Tech Gets $5.8M, Creates 60 Jobs

Two medical technology companies in Kitchener just secured nearly $6 million in provincial funding that will support 60 jobs and bring AI-powered healthcare innovations to patients worldwide. The investment shows how Ontario is betting big on homegrown health tech solutions.

Google: jobs created announcement2 min read
Swedish Fund Backs 10 African Women's Health Tech Startups
InnovationMay 8

Swedish Fund Backs 10 African Women's Health Tech Startups

Ten homegrown tech startups across Africa and Asia just won $100,000 each to bring reproductive healthcare to millions of women who can't reach a clinic. They're using AI, chatbots, and smartphones to solve problems governments haven't fixed yet.

Google News - Africa Innovation2 min read
Hong Kong and Finland Partner on Health Tech Innovation
InnovationMay 13

Hong Kong and Finland Partner on Health Tech Innovation

Hong Kong and Finland are joining forces to advance life and health technology research, combining Finland's digital health expertise with Hong Kong's world-class medical research capabilities. The collaboration opens new pathways for breakthrough treatments and medical innovations that could benefit millions across Asia and beyond.

Regional: finland innovation (FI)3 min read
UAE Gets $75M Health Tech Hub for Preventive Care
Health & WellnessMay 7

UAE Gets $75M Health Tech Hub for Preventive Care

Abu Dhabi is becoming a global center for preventive healthcare after landing a $75 million investment that will bring advanced health monitoring and research to the region. The partnership between WHOOP and Mubadala will establish the UAE's first international biomarker testing lab and launch Arabic health apps for millions.

Google News - Uae Innovation3 min read
Mental Health First Aid Grant Guide Helps Communities Expand
Health & WellnessMay 28

Mental Health First Aid Grant Guide Helps Communities Expand

A new comprehensive guide shows organizations how to secure funding for Mental Health First Aid programs, making mental health education more accessible to communities nationwide. The step-by-step resource covers everything from finding grants to writing winning applications.

Google News - Mental Health Success3 min read
Apple Watch Redefined Health Tech Under Tim Cook
InnovationApr 22

Apple Watch Redefined Health Tech Under Tim Cook

As Tim Cook prepares to step down in September, his greatest legacy may not be iPhones or Macs but how the Apple Watch transformed wearable health technology. The device pioneered FDA-cleared health screening features that have literally saved lives and reshaped how millions monitor their wellbeing.

The Verge Science2 min read
Canada Fast-Tracks Homegrown Health Tech to Patients
InnovationMar 19

Canada Fast-Tracks Homegrown Health Tech to Patients

A new partnership in Canada is helping medical innovations reach patients faster by connecting inventors directly with hospitals and doctors. The collaboration could strengthen healthcare while keeping innovation dollars in Canada.

Google News - Innovation Technology3 min read
Assam's Health Platform Serves Millions With Zero Silos
SolutionsJan 29

Assam's Health Platform Serves Millions With Zero Silos

A homegrown digital system in Assam transformed fragmented health data into a unified platform serving millions. The result: maternal deaths cut nearly in half and 100% digital payments to community health workers.

The Better India3 min read
100+ Groups Push WHO to Treat Gun Violence as Health Crisis
Community HeroesMar 4

100+ Groups Push WHO to Treat Gun Violence as Health Crisis

A global coalition of over 100 organizations from 40 countries is calling on the World Health Organization to treat gun violence as a preventable public health emergency, not just a criminal justice issue. The movement, inspired by survivors like South African activist who lived 40 years with a gunshot disability, aims to save lives through the same public health approach that reduced tobacco deaths worldwide.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read
Yale's Health Innovation Hub Scales Solutions Globally
InnovationFeb 5

Yale's Health Innovation Hub Scales Solutions Globally

Yale School of Public Health is turning medical research into real-world solutions that work at scale. Through its new Future of Health Innovation Hub, students and faculty are launching startups that have already reached 30 countries and helped millions access better healthcare.

Google News - School Innovation3 min read
Africa CDC and UNFPA Unite to Transform Women's Health
Health & WellnessFeb 13

Africa CDC and UNFPA Unite to Transform Women's Health

Two major health organizations just joined forces to revolutionize healthcare access for millions of African women and adolescents. The partnership will bring life-saving innovations, better health products, and data-driven solutions to communities across the continent.

Google News - Africa Innovation3 min read
UN and Africa CDC Partner to Boost Women's Health Innovation
Health & WellnessFeb 17

UN and Africa CDC Partner to Boost Women's Health Innovation

Two major health organizations just joined forces to transform healthcare for women and adolescents across Africa. The partnership will use data and innovation to improve health outcomes for millions.

Google News - Africa Innovation2 min read
WHO Honors 6 Health Heroes Bridging Care Gaps Worldwide
Health & WellnessMay 21

WHO Honors 6 Health Heroes Bridging Care Gaps Worldwide

Six health champions from five continents received top global honors for bringing lifesaving care to the world's most underserved communities. Their work proves that innovation and compassion can transform health systems from the ground up.

AllAfrica - Health3 min read
Nigeria Trains 78,000 Health Workers in Two Years
Health & WellnessMar 9

Nigeria Trains 78,000 Health Workers in Two Years

Nigeria has trained 78,000 frontline health workers in just two years and expanded health insurance to nearly 22 million people. The dramatic improvements show how focused investment can transform healthcare access for millions.

AllAfrica - Health2 min read
Wild Blueberries Boost Heart Health in Hours, Study Finds
Health & WellnessJan 28

Wild Blueberries Boost Heart Health in Hours, Study Finds

A sweeping review of 24 years of research reveals wild blueberries can improve blood vessel function within hours and support heart health, gut health, and memory with regular intake. The tiny berries work through multiple pathways, with gut bacteria playing a surprising starring role.

Health Daily2 min read

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