Formerly Africa Health

Where the market meets momentum

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

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World Health Expo

Amplifying the reach

10000+

Professional visits

600+

Exhibitors

60+

Exhibiting countries

Indabas

Formerly Africa Health

Why attend

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.

Seamless access for all
Easier access with Johannesburg’s central location ensuring convenience for healthcare professionals across Africa
Connect with industry leaders
Broader networking opportunities to connect with influential leaders, decision-makers, and innovators in Africa’s healthcare hub
Explore cutting-edge solutions
Larger platform showcasing cutting-edge solutions and industry advancements in a dynamic and thriving environment
Unlock growth opportunities
Strategic business growth opportunities to engage with Africa’s healthcare market and unlock meaningful partnerships

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Who you’ll connect with

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

Clinical directors
Department heads
Laboratory managers & supervisors
Pathology heads

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

Ministries of Health
Regulators
Public Health laboratory authorities

NGOs & development agencies
Investors
HealthTech integrators

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
ROOM 1 - Indaba (Show floor)

Lab Leadership Indaba

Day 2- 7th Oct
ROOM 1 - Indaba (Show floor)

Quality Management & Patient Safety Indaba

Day 3- 8th Oct
ROOM 1 - Indaba (Show floor)

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Conference 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

Meet the innovators of 2026 edition

Exhibiting Countries

WHX in Johannesburg

Exhibit where business happens

WHX in Johannesburg 2026 returns to the commercial heart of African healthcare. Download the Exhibitor Brochure to understand the audience, opportunities and business outcomes available to exhibitors and sponsors.

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2026 product categories

Connecting innovators with buyers to accelerate growth

World Health Expo is where healthcare and laboratory suppliers meet the buyers who matter. From medical devices, diagnostics, and lab technologies to digital health, every sector connects with decision-makers ready to source, invest, and partner. If your solutions power hospitals, clinics, laboratories, or health systems, this is your stage to grow market share and close deals.

Medical devices & equipment

Disposables & consumer goods

Orthopaedics & physiotherapy

Imaging & diagnostics

Healthcare & general services

IT & solutions

Healthcare infrastructure

Wellness & prevention

Laboratory

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"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

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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