Bridge for Billions has opened applications for the Ghana Social Entrepreneurs in Healthcare Program, inviting both early-stage healthcare innovators and volunteer mentors to apply. Created in collaboration with Making More Health, an initiative by Boehringer Ingelheim, this impact-driven program aims to accelerate healthcare solutions that address critical diseases and strengthen the entrepreneurial ecosystem in Ghana.
The seven-month incubation program supports ventures developing innovative responses to Cardio-Renal-Metabolic (CRM) diseases—including diabetes, heart failure, stroke, chronic kidney disease, obesity, and related health challenges. Through structured digital tools and personalized guidance, selected entrepreneurs will refine their business models, validate their impact, and accelerate their path to sustainable growth.
Many early-stage health ventures never reach sustainability due to a lack of structured support and ecosystem linkages at the earliest stages. This program is designed to address that gap by combining a structured digital journey, hands-on mentorship, and expert-led learning grounded in Ghana’s healthcare context.
Selected entrepreneurs will receive:
A structured, online venture-building journey delivered through Bridge for Billions’ digital platform
Dedicated mentor support through one-on-one sessions to hone strategic thinking and operational plans
Expert-led sessions tailored to healthcare entrepreneurship in Ghana
A Health Systems Sprint, guided by leading experts in Ghana’s healthcare ecosystem, focused on helping ventures strengthen their approach to partnerships, market access pathways, and ecosystem engagement
An in-person closing pitch event bringing together entrepreneurs, mentors, ecosystem experts, and potential partners for connection and visibility
In parallel, Bridge for Billions is also seeking volunteer mentors to join the program’s mentorship community. Mentors will work directly with Ghanaian entrepreneurs to provide guidance, feedback, and encouragement throughout the incubation journey. This opportunity is ideal for experienced professionals passionate about social impact, healthcare innovation, and entrepreneurial support.
Volunteer mentors can expect:
A structured mentoring framework with resources to guide entrepreneurs effectively
Flexible, online engagement enabling participation from anywhere in the world
A certificate of participation recognizing commitment to mentoring and skill development
The opportunity to make a meaningful impact by supporting solutions that improve health outcomes
“We’re committed to supporting Ghana’s healthcare entrepreneurs—and we know that mentorship plays a crucial role in helping early solutions become stronger, more relevant, and more sustainable,” said Margarida Soares, Senior Program Manager at Bridge for Billions.
The call for applications for both entrepreneurs and volunteer mentors is open now and will remain so until January 30, 2026. Prospective applicants can register and submit applications through Bridge for Billions’ online platform. To apply and read more information, please visit:
https://programs.bridgeforbillions.org/ghana-social-entrepreneurs-in-healthcare-entrepreneurs/
About Bridge for Billions
Bridge for Billions (Bridge) is a global social enterprise that empowers early-stage entrepreneurs and drives the growth of local ecosystems. By providing comprehensive entrepreneurship support, mentorship, and community, Bridge fosters growth and collaboration, with a strong focus on making entrepreneurship support more inclusive and accessible. Operating in the U.S., Europe, and Latin America, Bridge has been active in Africa since 2019, driving ecosystem development and incubation across more than 10 African countries.
About Making More Health
Making More Health is a long-term initiative by Boehringer Ingelheim that aims to create healthy, thriving, and self-sustaining communities worldwide through a systemic approach, including partnerships and grants. Through collaboration with social entrepreneurs, the initiative drives social innovation within the communities it serves and among its own employees.
