Lifesten Health is a Rwandan-based health tech startup that focuses on promoting wellness by providing personalized health management solutions through its mobile application. Founded in 2022 by Stephen Ogweno, and Peace Iraguha, Lifesten Health has rapidly grown to become one of the most innovative health tech startups in Rwanda.
In 2022, Lifesten Health participated in the Hanga Pitch Fest, a pitching competition organized by the Rwandan government’s innovation agency, the Rwanda Development Board. The competition aimed to identify and showcase promising startups in Rwanda and help them gain exposure to potential investors and partners.
As the winner of the Hanga Pitch Fest, Lifesten Health received funding and support to help scale its operations and expand its reach. The startup plans to use the investment to improve its mobile application, hire additional staff, and expand its operations .
The journey to the Hanga Pitch Fest was not easy for Lifesten Health. It required months of preparation, market research, and product development to create a pitch that would stand out in a competition with over 200 participants. The Lifesten team put in long hours and hard work, refining their business plan, perfecting their pitch, and developing a prototype of their product that would impress the judges.
The hard work paid off when Lifesten Health won first prize, becoming Rwanda’s startup of the year. The judges were impressed with Lifesten Health’s unique approach to wellness management, and its potential to improve healthcare in Rwanda and beyond.
“We are thrilled and honored to have won the Hanga Pitch Fest,” said Peace Iraguha, co-founder, and COO at Lifesten Health. “This is a validation of the hard work and dedication of our team, and it gives us the confidence to continue pursuing our vision of empowering individuals to take charge of their health and wellness.”
Looking ahead, Lifesten Health has an ambitious vision to transform healthcare in Africa by using technology to promote wellness and prevent chronic diseases. The startup is on a mission to empower individuals to take charge of their health and make informed decisions about their well-being.
In conclusion, Lifesten Health’s journey to winning Rwanda’s startup of the year is a testament to the power of hard work, dedication, and innovation. The startup’s unique approach to wellness management has the potential to transform healthcare in Africa and beyond, and we look forward to seeing what the future holds for Lifesten Health.