5 Young Cameroonian Tech Founders Revolutionizing Healthcare and Agriculture in 2025

Meet five under-30 Cameroonian tech entrepreneurs who are transforming healthcare, agriculture, and infrastructure across Africa. From AI-powered farming to lifesaving blood logistics, these young founders are using innovation to drive social impact in 2025.

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5 Young Cameroonian Tech Founders Revolutionizing Healthcare and Agriculture in 2025

Cameroon's startup ecosystem is experiencing unprecedented growth, driven by innovative young entrepreneurs who are leveraging technology to solve critical local challenges. These emerging tech leaders, all under 30, are transforming sectors from healthcare to agriculture across Central Africa. Here are five Cameroonian founders making significant impact in 2025.

The Rise of Cameroon's Tech Startup Scene

With over 60% of Cameroon's population under 25, the country has become a hotbed for youth-driven innovation. These young entrepreneurs are addressing pressing issues including healthcare access, food security, and digital infrastructure while creating measurable social impact across West and Central Africa.

1. Sally Njoh: Transforming Community Healthcare with HappyMe Health

Sector: Digital Health & Nutrition
Founded: 2022
Location: Mile 4 Limbe, Cameroon

Sally Njoh, a biomedical science graduate from Moliwe near Limbe, co-founded HappyMe Health to address chronic illness management in underserved communities. Her startup provides affordable nutritious meals and free health screenings, specifically targeting diabetes and hypertension patients.

Key Achievements:

  • Reached 11 communities across Southwest and Littoral regions
  • Conducted health screenings for over 1,200 individuals
  • Currently managing care for 235 patients in partnership with Mile 1 Regional Hospital
  • Focuses on diabetic-friendly meal alternatives and health education

HappyMe Health's innovative approach combines nutrition science with community outreach, improving early diagnosis and treatment in areas with limited healthcare infrastructure.

2. Jean Lobe Lobe: Pioneering Telemedicine with Waspito

Sector: Telemedicine & Digital Health
Founded: 2020
Funding: $2.7 million seed round (2022)

Jean Lobe Lobe, a Cameroonian engineer and "4th Industrial Revolution" advocate, created Waspito to bridge healthcare gaps through mobile technology. The platform connects patients with doctors via smartphone consultations and offers home lab sample collection services.

Platform Features:

  • Video consultations with healthcare professionals
  • Home-based lab testing and sample collection
  • Digital health results delivery
  • Anonymous health Q&A community forum

Impact Metrics:

  • Served over 15,000 patients across Cameroon
  • Reduced travel requirements for medical consultations
  • Expanded beyond Cameroon following successful seed funding
  • Improved healthcare access in rural areas lacking specialists

3. Brandon Wanguep: Solving Navigation Challenges with FindMe

Sector: GeoTech & Digital Mapping
Founded: 2020
Base: Dakar, Senegal (Cameroonian co-founded)

Brandon Wanguep's FindMe addresses a critical infrastructure gap in African cities: the lack of standardized addresses. The mobile app generates precise geo-addresses for homes, businesses, and hospitals, potentially saving lives by helping emergency services locate destinations quickly.

Recognition and Awards:

  • Forbes Africa 30 Under 30 recipient
  • Winner of 2023 Dakar Innovation Days hackathon
  • Forbes Africa "Startup of the Year" 2023 winner
  • Expanding across multiple African capitals

FindMe's social impact extends beyond convenience—the platform helps ambulances reach patients faster and improves delivery services across urban Africa.

4. Adamou Nchange Kouotou: AI-Powered Agriculture with AgrixTech

Sector: AgriTech & Artificial Intelligence
Founded: 2018
Funding: $500,000 seed funding

Adamou Kouotou, a telecom engineer with an MBA from Berlin, co-founded AgrixTech to empower smallholder farmers through AI-driven crop management. The platform uses artificial intelligence to diagnose plant diseases and recommend treatments.

Technology Features:

  • AI plant disease diagnosis with 99% accuracy
  • Photo/video-based crop analysis
  • Multi-language support (English, French, Pidgin, Wolof)
  • Integrated loan facilitation for farmers

Measurable Impact:

  • Serves over 1,100 farmers across Cameroon, Nigeria, and Ghana
  • 40% female farmer participation
  • Reduces crop losses by up to 30%
  • Helps farmers secure microfinance through digital record-keeping

5. Melissa Bime: Saving Lives with Infiuss Blood Bank Platform

Sector: Healthcare Logistics
Founded: 2015 (at age 18)
Location: Yaoundé, Cameroon

Melissa Jane Bime, a nurse-turned-entrepreneur, launched Infiuss to address Cameroon's critical blood shortage crisis. The digital platform connects hospitals and blood banks, enabling rapid blood delivery for emergency situations.

Platform Operations:

  • SMS and call-based blood requests
  • Real-time blood supply database across hospitals
  • Motorcycle courier delivery network
  • Focus on emergency situations (childbirth, sickle-cell crises)

Life-Saving Results:

  • Transported over 230 liters of blood to six hospitals by 2018
  • Hundreds of lives saved through timely blood transfusions
  • Winner of 2018 Pierre Castel Prize for sustainable development
  • Scaling across Africa with proven impact model

The Future of Cameroon's Tech Innovation

These five founders represent the growing potential of Cameroon's tech ecosystem. Their ventures demonstrate several key trends:

Sector Focus Areas:

  • Healthcare Technology: Telemedicine, nutrition, blood logistics
  • Agricultural Innovation: AI-powered crop management
  • Infrastructure Solutions: Digital mapping and addressing

Common Success Factors:

  • Addressing genuine local problems with measurable solutions
  • Leveraging mobile technology for accessibility
  • Creating sustainable business models with social impact
  • Building partnerships with established institutions

Supporting Cameroon's Startup Ecosystem

The success of these young entrepreneurs highlights the importance of continued investment in Cameroon's innovation infrastructure. With new incubators, funding opportunities, and international recognition, the country is positioned to become a major tech hub in Central Africa.

Key Opportunities:

  • Expanded access to seed funding and venture capital
  • Mentorship programs connecting local and international experts
  • Government policies supporting tech innovation
  • Educational initiatives in STEM and entrepreneurship

Conclusion: Technology for Social Good

Sally Njoh, Jean Lobe Lobe, Brandon Wanguep, Adamou Kouotou, and Melissa Bime exemplify how young Cameroonian entrepreneurs are using technology to create positive social change. Their startups have collectively served thousands of patients, farmers, and community members while creating sustainable employment opportunities.

As Cameroon's youth population continues to drive innovation, these founders serve as inspiring examples of how local solutions can address global challenges. Their success stories demonstrate that with the right support, young African entrepreneurs can build world-class technology companies that transform lives and communities.


Stay Connected with Cameroon's Tech Revolution

Are you inspired by these innovative Cameroonian founders? Want to stay updated on the latest tech trends, startup opportunities, and digital innovation across Central Africa?

Visit www.codees-cm.com for:

  • In-depth coverage of Cameroon's growing tech ecosystem
  • Exclusive interviews with emerging entrepreneurs
  • Latest funding opportunities and startup resources
  • Tech tutorials and development insights
  • Networking opportunities with local innovators

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