Didida to Host Digital Health Hackathon in Uganda

We are excited to announce the launch of a series of nine events aimed at citizens, students, and businesses, starting with a hackathon in Kampala, Uganda. Scheduled for June 28th and 29th, 2025, at Makerere University Campus, this hackathon marks the beginning of our initiative to foster innovation in digital health.

A hackathon is a dynamic event where participants collaborate in teams to prototype innovative solutions. These teams compete to develop the most effective prototypes that address real-world health challenges using digital tools such as software, apps, mobile devices, and data-driven solutions.

Participants, ranging from software developers and data scientists to business strategists and healthcare professionals, will unite in this collaborative environment. Often meeting for the first time, team members not only tackle technological challenges but also experience a profound social and professional journey.

The hackathon will focus on leveraging digital solutions to tackle health issues prevalent in Africa, particularly infectious diseases. This initiative underscores Didida’s commitment to harnessing Africa’s youthful energy to drive impactful change. Participants will gain invaluable experience in prototyping MVPs (Minimum Viable Products) and validating solutions for real-world problems, aiming to achieve product-market fit.

For Didida, which is dedicated to developing innovative diagnostic tools for Africa and supporting education through 17 PhD scholarships, organizing this hackathon is a natural extension of our mission. It represents our commitment to digital health and empowering Africa’s youth through hands-on learning and entrepreneurship opportunities.

Join us at Makerere University Campus as we embark on this transformative journey to shape the future of digital health in Africa.