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AI in Healthcare Hackathon 2025 — What a Start! We kicked off our journey into Innovating for a Healthier Future with the AI in Healthcare Hackathon by Orbit Health & Orbit Innovation Hub, held on August 8–9, 2025. Brilliant young minds came together to solve real healthcare challenges, collaborate with experts, and showcase innovative AI solutions. The energy, creativity, and passion we witnessed were truly inspiring. This was just the first step—stay tuned as we continue building on these ideas, creating opportunities, and driving transformation through the power of AI in healthcare. Together, we’ll make innovation count.

If you're interested in building a community, organizing events where people can meet and shape their ideas, and have a background in the business and startup ecosystem, we want you to join our team as a Community Development Program Coordinator. Orbit Innovation Hub is looking for a qualified professional to join us as a Community Development Program Coordinator. Use the Google Form link to apply, and make sure to check the job description and requirements in the document below before you apply. Job description: https://shorturl.at/7GTWh Application link: Click here to apply: https://forms.gle/qZVR4ZzkWNTau8cC6

AI in Healthcare Hackathon 2025 We’re excited to launch the AI in Healthcare Hackathon by Orbit Health & Orbit Innovation Hub on August 8-9, 2025! If you’re passionate about solving real healthcare challenges, this hackathon is your chance to collaborate with experts, develop innovative AI solutions, and compete for valuable prizes and mentorship opportunities. Innovating for a Healthier Future! Application deadline: August 6, 2025 Application link:https://forms.gle/XvNsA1bwVkXVVjLK8

On July 19, the SEED-OIH Program’s Cohort Five Women-Focused Incubation Graduation and Community Development Event took place in Hawassa and Bahir Dar, lighting up both cities with innovation, inspiration, and impact. The day was filled with powerful startup pitches, creative showcases, and meaningful conversations about strengthening local innovation, economic inclusion, and grassroots-led development. This milestone marks more than just a graduation; it's a celebration of women driving change, building businesses, and shaping the future of their communities. The Sustainable Employment through Entrepreneurship and Enterprise Development (SEED) Program, a 5-year initiative led by the Entrepreneurship Development Institute (EDI) in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, aims to create 1 million jobs for youth and women in Ethiopia.

Orbit Innovation Hub is seeking a dynamic Communication Manager to lead our messaging, enhance our brand, and tell the compelling stories of innovation and entrepreneurship in Ethiopia. If you're passionate about shaping narratives and driving impact, we want to hear from you! Apply now: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdFKsvZLPMU2rcCAHzCRTarWvxJTvPR1HF9xckLdKFbXE1hBA/viewform?usp=header Application deadline: July 31, 2025 Join us in empowering start-ups and MSMEs! #CommunicationManager #JobOpportunity #OrbitInnovationHub #Ethiopia #Hiring

Call for Startup Trainers – SEED Program | OIH Incubation Cohort 6 The SEED Program is launching Cohort 6 of the OIH Incubation sessions in Axum, Bishoftu, Gonder, Kombolcha, and Welkite, aimed at supporting early-stage startups. We’re looking for qualified trainers to deliver practical, hands-on sessions for aspiring and emerging entrepreneurs. The 9-module curriculum includes: * Entrepreneurial Mindset * Business Model Development * Marketing & Branding * Financial Management * Pitching & Investment Readiness ...and more In-person trainings in the five cities Focused on startup growth and sustainability If you have experience training startups or running your own, we encourage you to apply. 📄 ToR and registration link: 🔗 https://forms.gle/o4jUzFbDiKgCrjVG8 Please share with your network of startup trainers and ecosystem builders!

Join us on July 19 for the Cohort Five Graduation in Bahirdar and Hawassa cities a celebration of the inspiring journey of women-led start-ups who have completed the SEED-OIH Incubation Program. This event brings together aspiring entrepreneurs, local changemakers, and community leaders to reflect on the impact of the program and to celebrate innovation, resilience, and growth. Come connect, share ideas, and witness how the program has empowered early-stage founders to build impactful, sustainable businesses. Date: Saturday, July 19, 2025 Register now and be part of the celebration! RSVP Bahirdar:https://forms.gle/GuxDkqjNm2jrW5EL8 RSVP Hawassa: https://forms.gle/npYNS1sTbShqY8ky6

Job Alert! Are you a passionate Digital Marketing Executive ready to drive digital growth and empower MSMEs? Orbit Innovation Hub is looking for you! Join our team in Addis Ababa to develop strategies, create engaging content, manage social media, build online communities, and accelerate business development. We want to hear from you! Apply by July 10, 2025! Job Description: https://drive.google.com/file/d/16tezI-J3jva72lyhTdXMuyQ5bMk9_hOX/view?usp=drive_link Application form: https://forms.gle/wSCm62vxrwEYbChC8