A curated networking experience bringing together healthcare buyers, distributors, suppliers, exhibitors and decision-makers to build relationships, explore partnerships and unlock new business opportunities.
Taking place on Day 1 and Day 2
6–7 October 2026
14:30–16:00
Gallagher Convention Centre Johannesburg,
South Africa
Dedicated networking sessions bringing together exhibitors with healthcare buyers, dealers, distributors, manufacturers, suppliers, and industry professionals.
Designed to make meeting relevant contacts simple, the sessions provide a relaxed and welcoming environment to start conversations, explore partnerships, and discover new business opportunities across the African healthcare market.
One room. Multiple opportunities to connect.
Sourcing new products, solutions and supplier partnerships.
Exploring new brands, products and distribution partnerships.
Showcasing solutions and seeking new markets and commercial partners.
Looking for solutions to support hospitals, clinics and laboratories.
Shaping healthcare strategy, investment and market development.
📆 Tuesday, 6 October 2026
⏲ 14:30 – 16:00
Start your WHX Johannesburg experience by meeting buyers, distributors, manufacturers, exhibitors and healthcare professionals from across the market. Introduce your organisation, understand what others are looking for and identify relevant contacts for follow-up during and after the event.
📆 Wednesday, 7 October 2026
⏲ 14:30 – 16:00
Connect with buyers, suppliers, distribution partners, exhibitors and healthcare stakeholders from across the market. Explore new partnerships, discuss business priorities and identify opportunities for future collaboration.
Disclaimer : Session times and location are subject to confirmation.
Disclaimer:
The Connections Programme is a curated networking experience with limited capacity. Registration for WHX Johannesburg does not automatically confirm participation. Relevant attendees will be contacted by the Connections team with further details.
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Register for WHX Johannesburg to be considered for the Connections Programme and connect with relevant healthcare professionals, partners and organisations from across the market.
Here are some of the most common questions we get about the Connections Programme.
The Connections Programme is a curated networking experience that brings together healthcare buyers, distributors, suppliers, exhibitors and industry professionals. It is designed to help participants build relevant relationships, explore partnerships, and identify new business opportunities.
The programme is suitable for healthcare buyers, procurement professionals, dealers, distributors, manufacturers, suppliers, exhibitors, healthcare providers, laboratory professionals and other industry decision-makers.
Participation is subject to relevance and available capacity.
First, register to attend WHX Johannesburg and complete the Connections Programme interest form. You may be asked to provide information about your organisation, role, business interests, and the types of contacts you are looking to meet.
No. Registration for WHX Johannesburg does not automatically confirm a place in the Connections Programme. Places are limited, and relevant participants will be contacted by the Connections team with further information.
Confirmed participants will receive an email from the Connections team with their session details, location and any information required before the event.
The sessions are currently scheduled for:
Day 1: Tuesday, 6 October 2026, 14:30–16:00
Day 2: Wednesday, 7 October 2026, 14:30–16:00
Session timings and location may be subject to confirmation.
Participants will be advised whether they are confirmed for one or both sessions. Session allocation may depend on capacity, audience relevance and business interests.
No formal one-to-one meetings are guaranteed. The programme provides a facilitated networking environment where participants can meet relevant contacts, exchange information and continue conversations after the event.
Participants can expect a welcoming introduction, facilitated networking, opportunities to meet different industry groups and time to discuss business priorities, supplier requirements and potential partnerships.
Information about participating companies may be shared where appropriate. However, attendance can change, and the programme does not guarantee access to specific individuals or organisations.
Exhibitors should confirm their participation at WHX Johannesburg and share their preferred markets, customer profiles and distributor requirements with the Connections team. This information will help support relevant outreach and introductions during the networking sessions.
Contact details will only be shared in accordance with applicable privacy requirements and participant consent. Participants are encouraged to exchange details directly during the session.