Kenya has launched a new regional initiative in East Africa aimed at tackling wellness challenges in Eastern Africa through technology and cross-border collaboration. Dubbed “Go Healthy with Taiwan 2025,” the campaign invites East African institutions, startups, and SMEs to submit proposals on how to apply Taiwanese health tech solutions to local needs in fitness, cycling, and smart healthcare.
Led by Taiwan’s International Trade Administration (TITA) and organised by the Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), the initiative marks a growing effort by Taiwan to promote its health innovation capabilities abroad, while fostering community-driven solutions in partner countries.
Three winning proposals will each receive a US$30,000 prize, while the top six teams will be flown to Taiwan for a “Go Healthy Tour”, a curated, behind-the-scenes experience of Taiwan’s health tech ecosystem. The tour includes site visits, product demos, and networking opportunities with leading Taiwanese companies.
“The ‘Go Healthy with Taiwan’ initiative reflects our shared commitment to advancing health and wellness in East Africa through innovation, collaboration, and quality. By bringing together Taiwan’s world-class health technologies and local expertise, we aim to create solutions that not only meet today’s needs but also inspire a healthier future for communities across the region.” said Michael Lin, Director, Taiwan Trade Centre, Nairobi
Taiwan is a global leader in several areas relevant to the campaign’s focus:
- Fitness & Sports Technology: Taiwanese innovations in this sector range from AI-enabled training systems to connected workout equipment, designed to enhance personal and population-wide wellness.
- Cycling: As a global manufacturing hub for high-performance bicycles and a leader in urban cycling infrastructure, Taiwan promotes cycling as a sustainable and health-positive mode of transport.
- Smart Healthcare: Taiwan’s Medtech sector is known for its advanced diagnostic platforms, telemedicine capabilities, and wearable technologies. An example includes Acer’s wearable health monitors, which have already been adopted by leading hospitals worldwide, demonstrating Taiwan’s capacity to reshape healthcare delivery and preventive care models.
Participation is made simple via the SurveyCake platform, designed for ease of submission. Detailed guidelines and case examples—such as Acer’s wearable health monitors already adopted by leading hospitals worldwide—are available on the official campaign website to support proposal development.
Proposal Deadline: August 14, 2025
Campaign Website: https://go-healthy.growthpad.co.ke
