Empowering Africa’s Future: Announcing the Intel Community Reach Program 2.0
Following the resounding success of the 2024 Intel Community Reach Program, Intel is thrilled to announce the launch of the 2nd Edition of the Community Reach Program. Building on last year’s momentum, this new edition invites innovators, entrepreneurs, and organizations across African Union member states to harness the power of AI and broadband connectivity to transform underserved communities.
A Glimpse into Last Year’s Success
In 2024, the Intel Community Reach Program received an overwhelming response, with 436 applications from 35 African countries. The selected seven groundbreaking projects spanned critical sectors such as education, healthcare, agriculture, and digital skills readiness. Notably, the program placed a special emphasis on women in technology—with 115 women-led applications and 30 outstanding women-led projects participating in the U.S. Department of State-sponsored Academy for Women Entrepreneurs (AWE).
Among the standout projects were:
SnooCODERED by Tinydavid Limited (Ghana): An AI-powered emergency healthcare logistics platform enhancing response efficiency.
Urban Mobility Innovation by Global Light Services Africa (Côte d’Ivoire): Leveraging AI and IoT to power electric vehicles.
SAVE & Pindo by EXUUS Ltd (Rwanda): Empowering rural communities with financial literacy training via Voice AI in Kinyarwanda.
BESHTE by the University of Embu (Kenya): A chatbot raising awareness on HIV/AIDS and gender-based violence.
Literacy Enhancement by Nyansapo Foundation (Kenya): Empowering teachers with AI tools to boost foundational literacy and numeracy.
Maarifaeducation by Africa Edu Holdings: Establishing learning centers for vulnerable populations.
Ghetto to Glory by Petabyte Esports Company Limited (Nigeria): A video gaming initiative inspiring underserved youth toward positive change.
These projects not only exemplified innovative solutions but also underscored Intel’s commitment to fostering impactful change in Africa. Partnerships with key stakeholders, including Prosper Africa and Modus Africa VC, ensured these initiatives received the necessary support to scale and make a lasting community impact.
What’s New in Community Reach Program 2.0?
The 2nd Edition of the Intel Community Reach Program is designed to expand on the incredible achievements of last year. This new edition will continue to support projects that address critical challenges in sectors such as education, healthcare, agriculture, fintech, environmental services, and digital skills readiness—all empowered by AI and broadband connectivity. Key enhancements include:
Expanded Support: Increased technical support, capacity building, and consultancy services to ensure selected projects achieve sustainable impact.
Greater Inclusion: Continued focus on women-led initiatives and innovative ideas from diverse regions across Africa.
Streamlined Application Process: A simplified and user-friendly digital application platform to make participation easier and more accessible.
Why You Should Apply
If you’re an organization, enterprise, startup, or institution committed to using technology to solve pressing social challenges, the Intel Community Reach Program 2.0 is your opportunity to make a significant impact. Whether your project is focused on transforming education, improving healthcare delivery, or empowering communities through digital innovation, Intel is here to support your vision every step of the way.
Join a Community of Innovators
By participating in the Intel Community Reach Program 2.0, you’ll join a vibrant network of innovators and thought leaders who are actively reshaping the future of Africa. Past participants have benefited from the program’s integration into broader initiatives, such as Intel® Liftoff for Startups and the Intel Skills for Innovation Program, ensuring long-term growth and success.
Applications for the Intel Community Reach Program 2.0 are now open. We invite you to take this opportunity to showcase your innovative solution and drive digital transformation in your community. Visit our website for detailed eligibility criteria, application guidelines, and to submit your proposal.
Deadline: June 13th 2025
About Intel
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