Mr. Munya Chivasa

Mr. Munya Chivasa is a dynamic professional specializing in health entrepreneurship initiatives at the Mastercard Foundation, based in Accra, Ghana. His role involves fostering innovation and supporting entrepreneurial ventures in the healthcare sector across Africa. Munya Chivasa currently serves as the Health Entrepreneurship Lead at the Mastercard Foundation. His work focuses on empowering health entrepreneurs to develop and scale solutions that address critical healthcare challenges in emerging markets.

His expertise includes:

• Health entrepreneurship
• Innovation management
• Biochemistry and pharmacology
• Intellectual property management

Professional Contributions

Before joining the Mastercard Foundation, Munya was the Head of the Merck Accelerator Program, where he played a pivotal role in supporting startups in the healthcare sector. His leadership helped numerous startups navigate the complexities of the healthcare market, providing them with the resources and mentorship needed to succeed.

Entrepreneurial Ventures

Munya has a strong track record of supporting and mentoring health tech startups. His initiatives at the Mastercard Foundation aim to create a nurturing ecosystem for health entrepreneurs, facilitating access to funding, mentorship, and strategic partnerships.