Now · Theme: Innovating Healthcare
DREAM 2.0
DREAM 2.0 expands the programme beyond the original Mount Kenya University pilot — bringing students from four universities into one healthcare innovation community.
Participating universities
Four universities. One theme.
- Pilot · DREAM 1.0
Mount Kenya University
MKU
- Joined DREAM 2.0
University of Nairobi
UON
- Joined DREAM 2.0
Kenyatta University
KU
- Joined DREAM 2.0
Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology
JKUAT
- Universities
- 4
- Participants
- [NUMBER]
- Projects
- [NUMBER]
Programme components
Design thinking, IP and data science — together.
DREAM 2.0 equips innovators with the skills to move a healthcare idea toward real-world impact.
Design Thinking
Learn how to move from assumptions to human-centred solutions.
Intellectual Property
Understand the fundamentals of protecting and developing innovative ideas.
Data Science
Explore how data can inform healthcare innovation and decision-making.
Mentorship
Learn from professionals and experienced innovators.
Innovation Development
Move ideas from concept toward practical solutions.
Pitching & Presentation
Learn to communicate an idea clearly and convincingly.
Timeline
The DREAM 2.0 journey.
Dates will be confirmed by the secretariat.
Phase 1
Applications
The call for project submissions opens to students at participating universities.
[DATE]
Phase 2
Selection
The secretariat and reviewers assess submissions and select participants.
[DATE]
Phase 3
Orientation
Selected innovators are welcomed into the programme and meet their cohort.
[DATE]
Phase 4
Design Thinking
Innovators learn to frame problems around the people who experience them.
[DATE]
Phase 5
Masterclasses
Sessions on intellectual property, data science and healthcare innovation.
[DATE]
Phase 6
Mentorship
Teams work with experienced professionals to test and sharpen their ideas.
[DATE]
Phase 7
Innovation Development
Ideas move from concept toward a practical, testable solution.
[DATE]
Phase 8
Final Pitch
Finalists present their innovations to a panel of judges.
[DATE]
Phase 9
Awards & Recognition
Outstanding innovators and ideas are celebrated and recognised.
[DATE]
Who should apply?
Are you a university student who wants to solve healthcare challenges?
DREAM is designed for students interested in:
- Healthcare
- Technology
- Research
- Innovation
- Entrepreneurship
- Data
- Design
- Leadership
Eligibility criteria coming soon.
The secretariat will publish full eligibility requirements before applications open. Register your interest and we'll let you know the moment they're confirmed.
Application information
How to apply.
- 1
Register your interest
Join the list and we'll email you when applications open.
- 2
Submit your application
Tell us about yourself, your team, the problem and your proposed solution. Your progress is saved as you go.
- 3
Selection
The secretariat and reviewers assess every submission.
Applications open: [DATE] · Close: [DATE]
From problems to possibilities
Connect. Build. Innovate.
Whether you're a student with an idea, a professional with expertise, or an organisation that believes in young talent, there's a place for you in DREAM.