In an increasingly technology-driven world, Africa is experiencing a new wave of digital transformation in healthcare, and women are leading the way. The African Women in Digital Health (AWiDH) initiative has just announced the six winners of its prestigious mentorship program. Selected from 337 candidates from 33 countries, these pioneers are using innovation to tackle some of Africa’s most pressing health challenges.

From data-driven disease tracking to mobile applications that improve access to healthcare, digital health is transforming how care is delivered across the continent. Yet, despite women comprising 70% of the healthcare workforce in Africa, their presence in digital leadership positions remains limited. The AWiDH Mentorship Programme, now in its second year, is working to change this. The programme identifies and supports young African women developing smart, scalable, and sustainable innovations in healthcare.

The African Women in Digital Health (AWiDH) initiative has just announced the six winners of its prestigious mentorship program. Chosen from 337 candidates from 33 countries, these pioneers are using innovation to address some of Africa’s most pressing health challenges. Among them is Rose Maeva Bilack Dongo from Cameroon, a rising star in the field of digital health solutions for maternal and child health. Her work focuses on using digital platforms to improve maternal health outcomes, particularly in rural areas where access remains limited.

Digital health is no longer a vision for the future; it’s a reality today. And women aren’t just participating—they’re pioneering it. Through initiatives like AWiDH, a new generation of African women is rewriting the history of public health, one innovation at a time. As the continent progresses, their voices and solutions will be essential in building resilient, equitable, and technology-driven health systems for all.

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