Nigeria’s OneHealth among five African startups vying for The Meltwater Equity Prize

The MEST Africa Challenge (MAC), an Africa-wide pitch competition for early-stage technology startups, has announced the top 5 Regional Winners who will compete for the grand prize of $50,000 in equity. They are: Letaji (Kenya): It is an online marketplace streamlining the process of purchasing building materials. It connects homeowners, contractors, and hardware stores directly with top suppliers.

Chestify AI (Ghana): This innovative platform enhances patient care by facilitating seamless connections and support among clinical professionals.

OneHealth (Nigeria): At the forefront of health tech, OneHealth offers an integrated platform for virtual consultations, connecting patients with doctors and diagnostic centers while managing prescriptions and test results online.

Sanya (Senegal): A visionary in IT edutainment, Sanya creates a unique blend of educational and entertainment digital products, fostering a community-based approach to tech learning for companies.

Koa Academy (South Africa): Pioneering the future of online education, Koa Academy stands at the forefront in South Africa with its innovative approach to digital learning.

The finalists are expected to pitch for the winning prize money at the end of January, an event that will be organized and hosted by MEST Africa.