Our Story

In a rapidly evolving world, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has emerged as a driving force of the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR), especially for developing countries like Uganda. Recognizing the potential of AI to accelerate healthcare innovation, this project was initiated by Makerere University in partnership with clinical, governmental, and research institutions to tackle pressing health challenges. With a focus on enhancing early and accurate disease screening, the project aims to lay the foundation for Uganda’s AI-driven healthcare future.

Our Vision

To transform healthcare in Uganda through the power of Artificial Intelligence, enabling accessible, early, and accurate disease screening while fostering an innovation-driven AI ecosystem for long-term health and economic impact.

Our Mission

To pioneer a national AI-driven healthcare platform that enhances disease screening, enables healthcare data sovereignty, and drives AI research and innovation. Through collaborations across academia, healthcare, and government, we aim to accelerate the development and adoption of AI solutions, ensuring Uganda’s leadership in the Fourth Industrial Revolution (4IR) for health.

Our Goal

We are guided by three primary objectives, each dedicated to advancing Uganda’s AI-driven healthcare landscape:

1. Develop an Integrated AI Disease Screening Platform

Focused on diseases with high public health impact—such as COVID-19, tuberculosis, cervical, and breast cancers—our AI platform utilizes cutting-edge models to improve screening accuracy and accessibility, especially in remote areas. Collaborating with partners like Mulago Hospital and the Uganda Cancer Institute, we develop AI models tailored to meet Uganda’s unique healthcare needs, enhancing diagnostic capabilities and patient outcomes.

2. AI Research & Innovation Hub

We are establishing an AI Research and Innovation Hub to serve as a National Centre for mentorship, technical support, and infrastructure, promoting AI-driven research and commercialization. The hub will offer a collaborative environment where AI talent can thrive, fostering innovations that address real-world challenges and build a foundation for long-term AI expertise in Uganda.

3. Commercialising AI-Driven Innovations

A core goal of our project is to walk at least three AI-powered solutions through the full commercialization process, transforming them from research prototypes into sustainable businesses. By supporting product refinement, market readiness, and business development, we aim to establish a thriving ecosystem for AI-driven solutions that can contribute to Uganda's economy while delivering accessible, impactful health interventions.