Formerly Africa Health

Where South Africa's healthcare industry meets, trades and does business

Name: World Health Expo Johannesburg
Start: 2026-10-06
End: 2026-10-08
Location: Gallagher Convention Centre

World Health Expo

Save the date: 6 - 8 October, 2026
Location: Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa

World Health Expo

Amplifying the reach

10000+

Professional visits

600+

Exhibitors

60+

Exhibiting countries

Indabas

Formerly Africa Health

Your trusted event, now where it matters most

The World Health Expo (formerly Africa Health) is returning to Johannesburg! After two successful years in Cape Town, we’re thrilled to bring the event back to Africa’s healthcare hub, making it more accessible and impactful for healthcare professionals across the continent. As the event evolves from Africa Health to the World Health Expo, its purpose remains the same: to be the premier platform for discovering innovations, gaining insights, and fostering connections that drive the future of healthcare.

Experience unmatched value at Africa’s premier healthcare platform
Benefit from enhanced access, scale, and business opportunities
Explore trade opportunities and market trends through expert-led Indaba sessions
Connect and grow within a thriving healthcare ecosystem

Meet the brands driving healthcare innovation forward

Discover exhibitors

2026 Exhibiting countries

2026 product categories

Connect with innovators. Discover new possibilities.

World Health Expo brings buyers and decision-makers together with healthcare and laboratory manufacturers and suppliers. Explore medical devices, diagnostics, laboratory technology and digital health, compare products and speak directly with potential partners. Whether you are sourcing for a hospital, clinic, laboratory or health system, WHX helps you build valuable relationships and make more informed purchasing decisions.

Medical devices & equipment

Disposables & consumer goods

Orthopaedics & physiotherapy

Imaging & diagnostics

Healthcare & general services

IT & solutions

Healthcare infrastructure

Wellness & prevention

Laboratory

World Health Expo

Show features

Indabas

Gain practical insights across three dedicated Indabas, exploring healthcare leadership, diagnostics, digital transformation, patient safety and quality improvement.

Lab zone

Explore the latest laboratory technologies, diagnostics, equipment and consumables from leading global suppliers, with live demonstrations and expert insights.

Wellness zone

Discover the latest in health, fitness, wellness and longevity, from preventive health and screening to wellness services and solutions for healthier livin

Connections Programme

Arrange one-to-one business meetings with relevant suppliers and solution providers for product sourcing, procurement, partnerships and networking.

Country pavilions

Explore a diverse international presence, bringing together healthcare brands and companies from countries around the world.

Industry workshops

Join practical sessions with healthcare and industry experts covering emerging trends, operational challenges and real-world solutions.

Unlock healthcare market access and leadership insights

Engage in dedicated forums shaping policy, accelerating investment and strengthening healthcare leadership across Southern Africa.

Healthcare Excellence Indaba

Day 1- 6th Oct
Indaba stage - Hall 2

Lab Leadership Indaba

Day 2- 7th Oct
Indaba stage - Hall 2

Quality Management & Patient Safety Indaba

Day 3- 8th Oct
Indaba stage - Hall 2

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World Health Expo

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Leading the discussion: Meet our chairs

Prof Edward Kunonga

Strategic Advisor,
Global Health, Durham,
United Kingdom

Healthcare Excellence Indaba
6 October

Prof Koleka Mlisana

Chief Executive Officer,
National Health Laboratory Service, Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa

Labs Leadership Indaba
in Partnership with NHLS
7 October

Prof Sabelile Tenza

Associate Professor,
School of Nursing Science, North-West University, Potchefstroom Campus, Potchefstroom, South Africa

Quality Management & Patient Safety Indaba
In partnership with COHSASA
8 October

"World Health Expo provided excellent opportunities to connect with current customers and suppliers while forming new partnerships across Africa. These collaborations are set to expand our markets and product range, driving significant growth for our company."

Estelle Coetzee

Export Sales Manager, Akacia Medical (Pty) Ltd

"It was very well planned, offering an array of business partnership opportunities for local companies. The event successfully connected global technology with local healthcare challenges, fostering collaboration and driving progress in the industry."

Shona Mason

Shona Mason, Sales Manager, Medproc CC

"It is a must-attend event if you want to expand your product range. It brings together world-class manufacturers and suppliers, making it easy to do business and discover innovative solutions under one roof."

Natalie Mipando

Director, Bioclinical Partners

World Health Expo in Johannesburg

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SADC healthcare market insights

Top challenges in healthcare procurement and how to overcome them

Healthcare procurement across SADC is evolving rapidly as healthcare systems face growing pressure to improve cost efficiency, supplier reliability and product availability.

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