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Press and media enquiries

Welcome to the Press Centre

This page is designed for journalists, media outlets, and communications partners covering World Health Expo in Johannesburg 2026.

Here you’ll find the latest press releases, official announcements, and access to approved media assets to support your coverage before, during, and after the event.

Total Radiology

World Health Expo returns to Johannesburg, bringing global healthcare leaders back to Africa’s commercial hub

Johannesburg, South Africa | X March 2026: South Africa remains one of Africa’s most developed healthcare markets, with healthcare expenditure accounting for approximately 8.8% of GDP and a rapidly evolving medical technology sector supporting hospitals, laboratories and healthcare providers across the region. The country’s established healthcare infrastructure and regional influence continue to position it as a gateway for healthcare innovation, investment and trade across Africa.

Total Radiology

WHX returns to Johannesburg as global medtech giants compete for South Africa’s R18.4bn (USD 1.12bn) medical device market

JOHANNESBURG, July 2026: South Africa’s healthcare economy is entering its most commercially concentrated phase yet, with global medical technology manufacturers accelerating their push for market share in a region now valued at over R18.4 billion (USD 1.12 billion) in medical devices alone and on track to reach R27.4 billion (USD 1.67 billion) by 2032.

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