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Together for a healthier world

Partnering to advance health equity in Africa

Name: World Health Expo - Cape Town
Start: 2025-09-01
End: 2025-09-03
Location: Cape Town International Convention Centre

9 - 10 December, 2025

WHX Leaders Africa

Welcome to WHX Leaders Africa

Following the resounding success of our inaugural event in Kigali, Rwanda, WHX Leaders Africa formerly International Ministerial Health Summit will be we are delighted will take place from 9-10 December 2025 in Accra, Ghana. Under the esteemed patronage of His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of Ghana, WHX Leaders will bring together heads of state, health ministers, policymakers, and private- public pioneers to collaborate, strategise, and unlock Africa’s healthcare potential.

2024 overview

The numbers

350

C-suite leaders
60

Renowned speakers
25

High-impact sessions
15

Health ministers

"It's a pleasure to join you today, as the topic is very dear to all our hearts, especially those working in the health sector. There is nothing more important than the lives of people and their health."

Hon. Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana
Minister of Health, Rwanda

Image of Hon. Dr. Yvan Butera, Minister of Health, Rwanda

"Let's think boldly, engage fully, and work together to create a healthier, more equitable world. The actions we take today will strengthen healthcare systems for a resilient tomorrow. "

Hon. Dr. Yvan Butera
Minister of State for Health, Rwanda

“We are thrilled to be hosting the 2nd WHX Leaders Africa Summit in Accra this December. We are expecting 2,000 VIP guests, including healthcare leaders, policymakers, and global organisations, to discuss and catalyse sustainable investments in Africa’s healthcare sector.”

Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh
Minister of Health, Ghana

2024 esteemed visionaries

The summit brought together an elite gathering of ministers.

Hon. Dr. Sabin Nsanzimana

Minister of Health

Rwanda

H.E. Dr. Ahmed El-Sobky

Chairman

Egypt Health Authority, Cairo, Egypt

Dr. Ahmed Ogwell

Vice President of Global Health Strategy

UN, Foundation, Washington, USA

Dr. Babatunde Omilola

Head of Division,

Human Development - Agriculture, Human and Social Development Complex, African Development Bank, New York, USA

Hon. Benjamin Hounkpatin

Minister of Health

Benin

Hon. Dr. Charles Senessie

Deputy Minister of Health,

Sierra Leone

Hon. Dr. Deborah M. Barasa

Cabinet Secretary,

Ministry of Health, Kenya

Hon. Dr. Esther Utjiua

Muinjangue,

Deputy Minister of Health, Namibia

Hon. Prof. Dr. Ibrahima Sy

Minister of Health,

Senegal

Dr. Mazyanga Lucy Mazaba

Regional Director,

Africa CDC, Nairobi, Kenya

Hon. Mduduzi Matsebula

Minister of Health,

Eswatini

Prof. Nicaise Ndembi

Deputy Director General of IVI Africa Regional Office (IARO),

Africa CDC, Maryland, USA

Dr.Sameh El Saharty

Senior Health Policy Advisor,

The World Bank, Commissioner, Lancet Global Health Commission on People Centered Care for UHC, Washington, USA

Hon. Selibe Mochoboroane

Minister of Health,

Lesotho

Hon. Yolanda Awel Deng

Minister of Health,

South Sudan

What to expect in 2025

Prepare for an extraordinary journey at WHX Leaders Africa 2025, where Africa’s brightest minds and boldest innovators will come together to transform and redefine the future of healthcare. This groundbreaking event will inspire collaboration, spark visionary ideas, and drive actionable solutions to shape a healthier, more resilient Africa.

500+

Senior-level attendees

100+

International speakers

20+

African Health Ministers

WHX Leaders: Ghana

The programme at a glance

The WHX Leaders Africa 2025 summit is the continent’s premier platform for heads of state, ministers, industry pioneers, and global investors, coming together to drive transformative action in healthcare. This high-level gathering will unlock strategic investments, forge powerful alliances, and shape policies to build resilient, world-class healthcare systems for Africa’s future. More than just a conference, this summit is a catalyst for lasting change, setting the stage for groundbreaking healthcare advancements across the continent.

Monday, 8 December

Arrival of guests into Accra
Welcome networking evening at Kempinski Hotel
Gold Coast City

Wednesday, 10 December

Health security for Africa
Africa’s healthcare in 2050
Building the future of African healthcare
The African health revolution
Advancing women’s health in Africa
Investing in centres of excellence
Cultivating the next generation of healthcare leaders

Wednesday, 10 December

The digital health revolution
Forging strategic alliances
The silent epidemic
Unmasking the invisible
Balancing profit and purpose
A roadmap for transforming African healthcare investment

Opportunities

Ministerial addresses

Health Ministers from across the continent will share key policies and strategic action plans, focusing on healthcare investment, innovative solutions, impactful initiatives, and strengthening infrastructure to drive sustainable progress across the continent.

Keynote presentations

Keynotes will be delivered by expert speakers from across Africa and the globe and will highlight important challenges and opportunities within the healthcare landscape.

Networking activities, meet the speakers and companies

This exclusive event will have curated 1:1 networking opportunity where the audience can meet with key healthcare stakeholders from across the world

Panel discussions

Interactive and insightful panel discussions with leaders from across the entire healthcare ecosystem will debate and come up with actionable solutions.

Who attends?

WHX Leaders

President

Prime Minister

Secretary of State

Hospital Cluster Directors

Governors

Directors of healthcare facilities

Investors

Ministers of Trade

Heads of State

CEOs of healthcare facilities

Join the Leaders in Ghana

Catalysing Africa’s health revolution through investment, innovation, impact and infrastructure

View the 2025 agenda

Event brochure

Catalyse African healthcare

Your guide to WHX Leaders Africa in Ghana is here. Get the full agenda, speaker lineup, and exclusive opportunities

Download event brochure

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Platinum partners

Gold partners

Silver partners

Impact partners

Media partner

WHX Leaders Africa

Accra, Ghana

Opening times

Tuesday, 9 Dec: 9am - 5pm

Wednesday, 10 Dec: 9am - 5pm

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Phone: +20 223226904
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

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