Morocco to host GITEX future health Africa 2026 in Casablanca

Tuesday 07 April 2026 - 11:25

By: Dakir Madiha

Morocco to host GITEX future health Africa 2026 in Casablanca

GITEX Future Health Africa 2026 will take place in Casablanca from May 4 to 6, bringing together policymakers, healthcare professionals, technology firms, and investors to examine the future of healthcare systems across Africa.

The event is organized by Ministry of Health and Social Protection, the Mohammed VI Foundation for Science and Health, and KAOUN International. Organizers expect more than 15,000 participants from over 30 countries.

More than 300 companies will exhibit, alongside around 200 startups presenting digital health solutions. The program includes over 100 speakers and 50 international investors, reflecting strong interest in Africa’s evolving healthcare sector.

The opening day will focus on financing healthcare systems and improving policy coordination. Discussions will examine funding gaps, strategies to expand universal health coverage, and the role of data and epidemiological intelligence in public health planning.

The second day will center on hospital transformation through the Future Hospitals Forum. Sessions will address how healthcare facilities are shifting toward integrated digital systems. Key topics include infrastructure modernization, cybersecurity, and the use of artificial intelligence in diagnostics, laboratory systems, and teleradiology.

The final day will explore patient-centered care through the Future Care Forum. Participants will examine integrated care models, data governance, and interoperability between health platforms. Workforce challenges, patient experience technologies, and ethical frameworks for AI in healthcare will also be discussed.

Professor Youns Bjijou of the Mohammed VI Foundation for Science and Health said the challenge extends beyond infrastructure. He noted that meeting the needs of a growing population requires systemic transformation, including digital integration and improved service delivery.

The event aligns with Morocco’s broader healthcare reform program. The country has committed $2.4 billion to expand and modernize its health sector. Authorities plan to digitize all patient records by 2030 and achieve full system integration by 2028. Plans also include upgrading 70 regional hospitals by 2027 and strengthening partnerships with international digital health stakeholders.

Amine Tehraoui said technology plays a central role in improving care quality, optimizing resources, and ensuring equitable access to services across regions.

Healthcare markets across Africa are also expanding. In North Africa, the medical devices market is projected to reach $5.08 billion by 2030, while the digital health market could reach $2.33 billion by 2029. In East Africa, inpatient care is expected to grow to $6.5 billion by 2029 as hospital capacity increases.

Registration for the event is open to participants across sectors, including startups, companies, and institutions seeking to engage in Africa’s health technology ecosystem.