World Future Health Africa 2024 is an event in Morocco, supported by the Moroccan Ministry of Health and Social Protection, the Ministry of Digital Transition and Administration Reform, and the Digital Development Agency, which will focus on the transformative potential of technology in addressing Africa’s healthcare challenges. This forum, held in partnership with the Africa CDC, Africa Healthcare Federation, and PATH, aims to propel innovative solutions for the continent’s unique healthcare needs.
The three-day health-tech investment exhibition, scheduled for May 29-31, 2024, in Marrakech, is expected to attract major hospital groups and African ministries. It aims to catalyse a new digital health agenda across the continent, in a market projected to grow by 11 per cent annually, reaching $9.5 billion by 2028 according to Statista.
World Future Health Africa 2024, presented by GITEX Health Tech 5.0, will accelerate public-private sector collaboration to enhance affordable and accessible healthcare for Africa’s 1.5 billion people. Morocco’s $3 billion investment in digitalising its healthcare sector in 2024 underscores the nation’s commitment to this cause.
His Excellency Khalid Aït Taleb, Minister of Health and Social Protection, highlighted the significance of digitising healthcare under King Mohammed VI’s leadership, focusing on personalised and secure medicine to reduce social and spatial inequalities. He emphasised the forum’s role in fostering public-private partnerships to bolster Africa’s health sector’s digital transformation.
When and where
- World Future Health Africa 2024 will take place in Morocco on the sidelines of GITEX Africa 2024 from 29 May 2024- 31 May 2024.
- Show timings: Wednesday, 29th May 2024 | 12.30pm – 6pm
- Thursday, 30th May 2024 | 10am – 6pm
- Friday, 31st May 2024 | 10am – 6pm
Key partners and participants
World Future Health Africa 2024 will unite leading healthcare entities such as the Africa CDC, Africa Healthcare Federation, and PATH with major hospital groups including Mayo Clinic, Mediclinic Group, and Aster DM Healthcare. Representatives from African Health Ministries, along with enterprises like Mediot, Abbott, IQVIA, Fujifilm, and FM6SS, will also participate, driving health tech innovation across the region.
H.E. Dr. Ghita Mezzour, Minister of Digital Transition and Administration Reform, emphasised the importance of digital health as part of Morocco’s national priorities. The event aims to foster tech-driven solutions that align with government initiatives, boosting innovation and public-private partnerships.
Sidi Mohammed Drissi Melyani, General Director of ADD, highlighted the strategic significance of co-locating World Future Health Africa with GITEX AFRICA Morocco. This synergy aims to showcase and accelerate digital health innovations, shaping the future of healthcare delivery across Africa.
Organisers and vision
Organised by KAOUN International, the international affiliate of Dubai World Trade Centre, GITEX AFRICA Morocco and World Future Health Africa represent a critical juncture for Africa’s health tech industry. Trixie LohMirmand, CEO of KAOUN International, emphasised the event’s potential to leverage emerging technologies like AI, data, and IoT to drive significant impact and fuel digital health transformation in the region.
This landmark forum will pave the way for a healthier and more prosperous Africa by uniting healthcare leaders and the tech ecosystem to solve existing challenges and shape future healthcare delivery.
For more details on the event, visit the website.
