African Tech Innovators Deserve Greater Support to Thrive
- Tom Kinyanjui, CEO of Neural Labs Africa, emphasizes the need for greater support for technology innovators from Africa to advance progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals.
- Neural Labs utilizes computer imaging and AI to diagnose diseases in real time, aiming to enhance access to diagnostics.
- Investment and support for tech innovators in Africa have improved, but challenges such as lack of trust in experimental technology and the perception of Africa as a risky environment remain.
The article highlights the importance of supporting technology innovators from Africa to advance progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals. It emphasizes the need for increased funding, mentorship, and access to networks and resources. Investing in entrepreneurial education, strengthening infrastructure, and promoting collaboration through open-source technologies are also crucial. Such support would have a profound impact on achieving health-related SDGs and strengthening the healthcare sector.
