Turn.io, a leading conversational platform that’s transforming how healthcare organisations connect with patients across the Global South, has announced the launch of its Health & AI Accelerator, a global programme for health organisations designed to advance the development of AI-powered healthcare solutions that expand health access, particularly in underserved communities.

The accelerator will support 10 high-potential health organisations to advance their digital health solutions using Turn.io's expertise in conversational technology and AI.  Participants will unlock over $320,000 in value through advanced tools, expert mentorship, and strategic support.

"The Chat for Health & AI Accelerator addresses a critical need in global healthcare, where billions lack access to quality health services. In the Global South, for many people WhatsApp is more than a messaging app - it’s the internet, and can be the primary digital front door to healthcare.  We're excited to announce the Chat for Health & AI Accelerator at a time of immense potential for AI to advance and improve access to quality healthcare at scale and at a low cost," said Lieze Langford, Head of Impact Accelerators at Turn.io.

Participants gain access to Turn.io's complete technology suite as well as mentorship from experts in AI, conversational technology, digital health, behaviour change, business modelling, and go-to-market strategy. The collaborative learning environment connects organisations solving similar challenges across different regions, enabling knowledge sharing and best practice development.

By programme completion, each organisation will have developed a working AI-enabled solution for their health service. 

The accelerator is open to health organisations with an existing health solution or service already helping patients or have concrete plans to reach significant populations. Ideal candidates demonstrate readiness to scale 10x their impact within the next year while maintaining sustainable business models.

Previous Turn.io Chat for Impact Health Accelerator participants have included Noora Health (India), Penda Health (Kenya), Armman’s Kilkari (India), ImpulsoGov (Brazil) and Nivi.io (Kenya). 

For more information about the Chat for Health & AI Accelerator visit - https://www.turn.io/accelerators/chat-for-health-ai-accelerator

Applications close at midnight on 31 July 2025.