Faith Kuya, CEO, to Speak at Viva Technology 2025 in Paris

Paris, France – June 3, 2025 – SafeSip, a Tanzanian health tech startup revolutionizing access to clean water, is proud to announce that its CEO, Faith Kuya, will be speaking at Viva Technology 2025 in Paris next week. Held from June 11–14, the summit is Europe’s largest tech and startup event, bringing together global innovators, investors, and thought leaders to shape the future of technology.

As part of the AfricaTech Awards, SafeSip has been recognized among the Top 3 HealthTech startups, and is the only Tanzanian company represented in the Top 45 across all innovation categories.

Faith Kuya will not only present SafeSip’s innovative work in health tech—especially the $5 SafeSip Straw that filters 99.99% of pathogens from drinking water—but will also share the stage with some of the world’s most influential tech leaders, including:

Jensen Huang, CEO & Founder, NVIDIA

Sarah Friar, CFO, OpenAI

Vanessa Wyche, Director, NASA Johnson Space Center

Amanda Craig, Global Director, Microsoft

Cliff Obrecht, Co-founder, Canva

“It’s an incredible honor to represent SafeSip on such a global stage,” said Faith Kuya. “I’m excited to share our story, learn from global leaders, and show the world the power of African-led innovation in solving real-world health challenges.”

About SafeSip
SafeSip is a Tanzanian health tech company on a mission to make clean water accessible for all. Its flagship product, the SafeSip Straw, is a compact, eco-friendly filter that lasts five years and provides up to 1,500 liters of safe drinking water. By reducing the risk of waterborne disease and cutting healthcare costs, SafeSip is delivering impact at both the individual and community levels.