Cairo to Host Africa Health ExCon 2026, Strengthening Healthcare Collaboration Across the Continent from June 15–18
Cairo, Egypt – The Egyptian Authority for Unified Procurement, Medical Supply, and the Management of Medical Technology (UPA) has announced that Cairo will host the fifth edition of Africa Health ExCon 2026. This premier healthcare exhibition and conference, taking place from June 15 to 18, 2026, at the Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC), is held under the patronage of His Excellency President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi. The event is organized in partnership with the Africa Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC).
Significance of Africa Health ExCon 2026
The upcoming edition aims to significantly enhance Africa’s health security agenda, aligning with the African Union Agenda 2063 and Egypt Vision 2030. The conference will focus on promoting sustainable development and addressing critical operational gaps within the healthcare sector. It is expected to attract over 400 local, regional, and international companies, along with more than 45,000 visitors, including healthcare experts, policymakers, and industry leaders from around the globe.
Participants will have the opportunity to engage in over 21 specialized conferences, strategic dialogue sessions, and intensive technical workshops. These activities are designed to transform healthcare challenges into actionable investment and development opportunities.
Themes and Initiatives
Dr. Hisham Stait, Chairman of the Egyptian Authority for Unified Procurement, highlighted that Africa Health ExCon has become a vital platform for advancing health sovereignty across the continent. The fifth edition will be themed “Health Sovereignty in Africa: Leadership, Resilience, and Self-Reliance.” The focus will be on localizing medical manufacturing, strengthening healthcare supply chains, and fostering strategic partnerships to support Africa’s journey toward self-sufficiency.
This year’s event will also mark the inauguration of Egypt’s Strategic Medical Warehouses Project, a key initiative aimed at enhancing pharmaceutical and health security. Additionally, the conference will reaffirm support for the African Pooled Procurement Mechanism (APPM), which is headquartered in Egypt, thereby strengthening continental healthcare integration and improving access to essential medical products.
Addressing Current Challenges
Dr. Kamal Ebeid, Executive Director of Africa Health ExCon, emphasized the need for stronger coordination and collective action to tackle escalating challenges such as epidemics, public health emergencies, supply chain disruptions, and funding constraints. He noted that the conference serves as a practical platform for decision-makers, healthcare experts, and international partners to exchange knowledge, develop solutions, and drive decisions that will shape the future of healthcare in Africa.
The agenda will focus on delivering actionable solutions in digital transformation, artificial intelligence, and healthcare innovation. Discussions will also explore new models for enhancing African health security, including the strategic role of medical warehouses and the APPM as essential tools for improving healthcare access in a sustainable manner.
Participation and Collaboration
The 2026 edition will see unprecedented participation from Egypt’s leading healthcare authorities and institutions as strategic partners. This collaboration reflects the country’s integrated healthcare ecosystem and unified efforts to advance health development agendas at both national and continental levels.
Participating entities include the Ministry of Health and Population, the Egyptian Authority for Unified Procurement, the Egyptian Drug Authority, the General Authority for Healthcare Accreditation and Regulation (GAHAR), the General Authority for Healthcare (GAH), and the Universal Health Insurance Authority (UHIA). Universities, teaching hospitals, regulatory bodies, and other key stakeholders will also be involved, positioning Africa Health ExCon as a premier platform for the healthcare decision-making community across the continent.
Building on Previous Success
This high-level collaboration builds on the record-breaking success of the fourth edition in 2025, which attracted healthcare and trade leaders from 100 countries, including over 375 international CEOs and government decision-makers. The 2025 event featured a comprehensive scientific program with 32 scientific conferences, 21 workshops, and 428 panel discussions, involving 1,410 speakers. Additionally, 387 exhibitors showcased the latest healthcare innovations, supported by 25 sponsors and 24 international partners.
With a strong foundation established, the fifth edition of Africa Health ExCon is set to deepen strategic partnerships, accelerate growth in the pharmaceutical and healthcare sectors, and contribute to a more resilient and sustainable healthcare future for Africa.
For more information, visit the official announcement here.
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Published on 2026-06-07 15:58:00 • By the Editorial Desk
