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Formerly Africa Health

World Health Expo returns to Johannesburg

World Health Expo

Amplifying the reach

8,000+

Attendees
600+

Exhibitors
60+

Exhibiting countries
20+

Conferences

World Health Expo in Johannesburg

Africa’s leading medical event

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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—offering you unparalleled access to key decision-makers and one of the fastest-growing healthcare markets in the world. As we evolve from Africa Health to the World Health Expo, our mission is to provide the ultimate platform for driving business growth, building impactful partnerships, and showcasing innovations that will shape the future of healthcare across the continent.

Secure high-value deals with influential decision-makers on the show floor

Showcase your cutting-edge solutions to a targeted audience of healthcare leaders

Expand your business footprint by connecting with Africa’s most dynamic healthcare market

Forge lasting partnerships and unlock new growth opportunities across the continent

World Health Expo

Who you’ll meet

Executive leadership

Hospital CEOs & COOs
Private health group directors
Laboratory directors & senior managers

Clinical & operational leaders

Clinical directors
Department heads
Laboratory managers & supervisors
Pathology heads

Procurement & supply chain

Procurement heads
Group purchasing organizations
Agents & importers
Lab equipment & consumables buyers

Policy & governance

Ministries of Health
Regulators
Public Health laboratory authorities

Development & investment

NGOs & development agencies
Investors
HealthTech integrators

2026 product sectors

Solutions attendees are looking for

Showcase your products and services to thousands of ready-to-buy professionals across the healthcare ecosystem.

Medical equipment & devices

Disposables & consumer goods

Orthopaedics & physiotherapy

Imaging & diagnostics

Healthcare & general services

IT systems & solutions

Healthcare infrastructure & assets

Wellness & prevention

Laboratory

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“Establishing our brand in the medical systems space is a priority, and World Health Expo brings together healthcare providers, doctors, and clients on one platform. It allows for valuable face-to-face engagement, and we look forward to returning next year.”

Helen Brown
General Manager , Fujiflim South Africa Medical Systems

“This year, we saw broader customer engagement, with strong interest across diagnostics and imaging. We connected with public and private sector stakeholders, partners, and end users. The show was vibrant and a great decision for us. We look forward to returning next year.”

Ayanda Swana
Country Head—Siemens Healthineers South Africa

“This show is key for us as a major industry player. It allows us to showcase our work and stay connected to where the industry is heading. It’s a well-organised, eye-opening event with meaningful discussions, and we look forward to being back next year.”

Neol Molusi
External Affairs Lead South Africa, Roche Diagnostics South Africa

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Show Highlights

WHX Cape Town 2025: A Year of Innovation and Collaboration

Celebrating three days of knowledge-sharing, networking, and groundbreaking healthcare solutions - see you next year, 13–15 October 2026!

Day 2 at WHX Cape Town was filled with energy, innovation, and insightful connections!

From engaging product demos and interactive sessions to thought-provoking conferences, attendees explored the latest in healthcare and lab solutions. Don’t miss your last chance to experience it all - visit us tomorrow and be part of Africa’s largest healthcare gathering.

That’s a wrap for Day 1 at WHX Cape Town & WHX Labs Cape Town!

Day 1 at WHX Cape Town & WHX Labs 2025 was inspiring! Africa’s #1 healthcare & lab event kicked off with buzzing halls, bold conversations, and bold visions shaping the future of African healthcare.

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Exhibit and benefit your business by meeting the best healthcare and medical laboratory professionals

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Sign-up today to be a part of the South African region’s largest healthcare and medical laboratory exhibition and congress.

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WHX Johannesburg

Gallagher Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa

Opening times

Tuesday, 6 Oct, 2026: 9am - 5pm

Wednesday, 7 Oct, 2026: 9am - 5pm

Thursday, 8 Oct, 2026: 9am - 4pm

WhatsApp (Message only): +20223226982
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Phone: +20223226904
Support hours: 9am-5pm Egypt time, Sunday to Thursday.

About us

World Health Expo is the world's leading healthcare platform for deeper learning, building relationships and doing business across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our commitment to data privacy

WHX is committed to safeguarding your privacy and will never sell or provide any personal data (including email, phone, address) to any third parties. Any third party claiming to sell or have access to attendee information should be treated as fraudulent and reported immediately.

About us

World Health Expo is the world's leading healthcare platform for deeper learning, building relationships and doing business across the healthcare ecosystem.

Our commitment to data privacy

World Health Expo returns to Johannesburg

WHX Cape Town 2025: A Year of Innovation and Collaboration

Celebrating three days of knowledge-sharing, networking, and groundbreaking healthcare solutions - see you next year, 13–15 October 2026!

Day 2 at WHX Cape Town was filled with energy, innovation, and insightful connections!

From engaging product demos and interactive sessions to thought-provoking conferences, attendees explored the latest in healthcare and lab solutions. Don’t miss your last chance to experience it all - visit us tomorrow and be part of Africa’s largest healthcare gathering.

That’s a wrap for Day 1 at WHX Cape Town & WHX Labs Cape Town!

Day 1 at WHX Cape Town & WHX Labs 2025 was inspiring! Africa’s #1 healthcare & lab event kicked off with buzzing halls, bold conversations, and bold visions shaping the future of African healthcare.

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