Villgro Africa Health Equity for Africa Program 2025; Are you leading a health-focused business in Africa that’s making a real difference? The Health Equity for Africa Programme could be the boost your venture needs to scale and serve more people.
Backed by Boehringer Ingelheim and Villgro Africa, this high-impact initiative supports enterprises that improve health access across Sub-Saharan Africa—through a blend of funding, expert guidance, and strategic exposure.
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A Two-Phase Journey of Growth and Impact

This programme is built to nurture businesses across 12 months, broken into two intensive phases:
Phase 1: Incubation (6 months)
- Weekly one-on-one coaching with portfolio managers and subject matter experts
- Monthly group workshops on business models, strategy, and investment readiness
- Final pitch presentation to determine who progresses to the next phase
- Access to grants (needs-based) during this stage
Phase 2: Acceleration (6 months)
- Focused 2-week coaching blocks with industry specialists
- Group sessions with key players in the African health ecosystem
- Research and funding tools to scale your business
- Direct investor meetings linked to Boehringer Ingelheim and Villgro
- Showcase opportunity at the Making More Health Together event in Germany
What You Stand to Gain
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Selected businesses will receive:
- Up to $80,000 in grant funding
- A full year of business coaching and mentoring
- Investor introductions and networking opportunities
- Ongoing business development sessions
- A chance to present your work on a global stage at MMH Together
This is more than just funding—it’s a pathway to stronger impact, visibility, and sustainability.
Are You Eligible?
Your business must meet the following criteria:
Operate for profit and be based in at least one African country
Generate minimum $250,000 in annual revenue
Have been in operation for at least three years
Serve at least 60,000 people annually with health solutions
Plan to raise $1 million or more in the next year
Have a solid team with proven experience
Comply with all health regulations and funding standards
Be able to track health and financial outcomes with a working plan
Be focused entirely on impact within Africa
Deadline to Apply
Applications close on 30 April 2025
Don’t wait—this is a competitive programme designed to uplift Africa’s most promising health innovators.
How to Apply

Ready to scale your impact?
Submit your application via the Villgro Health Equity Programme application form
For full details, visit the Villgro Africa programme page.
Be sure to read all sections carefully before completing your form.