Africa is entering a defining moment in its healthcare journey as global leaders, policymakers, investors, and innovators prepare to gather in Accra for one of the most influential health events on the continent. The World Health Expo (WHX) Leaders Africa Summit, scheduled for December 9–10, 2025, is set to bring
“ Hosting WHX Leaders Africa in Accra reflects Ghana’s commitment to driving the continent’s health transformation. This Summit provides an essential platform to align policy, innovation, and investment, ensuring that every African has access to quality healthcare. Through collaboration and strategic partnerships, we can build resilient systems that serve both current and future generations ”
together more than 350 high-level participants from across Africa and around the world. This major gathering, hosted at the Kempinski Hotel Gold Coast City, reflects a growing global recognition of Africa’s rising influence in shaping the future of healthcare.
The Summit will be inaugurated by H.E. John Dramani Mahama, who is expected to open the event that will unite Heads of State, Ministers, global investors, industry pioneers, and multilateral partners in a powerful two day dialogue focused on transforming healthcare systems across the continent. The event is being held under his patronage, signaling the importance Ghana places on advancing health innovation, investment, and long term system resilience.
The theme for the 2025 edition, “Catalysing Africa’s Health Revolution through Investment, Innovation, Impact and Infrastructure,” captures the urgency and ambition behind the Summit’s mission. It reflects a continental shift toward building stronger, more sustainable healthcare systems capable of meeting the needs of rapidly growing populations while addressing long-standing challenges such as access to care, disease prevention, and health security.
Ghana’s Minister for Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, emphasized the country’s commitment to driving this transformation. The Summit builds on the success of its inaugural edition, with the 2025 gathering expected to shift from dialogue to measurable action. According to Solenne Singer, Vice President of Informa Markets, Healthcare, “WHX Leaders Africa provides a unique platform to align policy, investment, and innovation.
By connecting visionaries, governments, and investors, we are building the foundation for Africa’s health revolution and delivering impact that will shape generations.” Her statement reflects the growing belief that Africa is not only ready for large-scale transformation but is already laying the groundwork for a new era of health advancement.
Over the two days, attendees will explore opportunities to strengthen health security, expand local manufacturing, and scale sustainable healthcare solutions that can reach underserved communities across the continent. Day 1 will focus on mobilizing investment and strengthening healthcare infrastructure, bringing together governments, investors, and partners to shape policy reforms and investment frameworks that support long-term transformation. Day 2 will highlight innovation, equity, and health security, with discussions centered on technology, youth-driven innovation, and disease prevention as key drivers of equitable healthcare access and resilient systems.
The Summit’s agenda reflects Africa’s growing leadership in global health transformation. With increasing investment in digital health, biotechnology, pharmaceutical manufacturing, and health infrastructure, the continent is positioning itself as a hub for innovation and collaboration. The WHX Leaders Africa Summit serves as a powerful platform for accelerating this momentum, bringing together diverse stakeholders to forge partnerships that can deliver real, lasting impact.
As Africa continues to rise as a global force in healthcare innovation, events like the WHX Leaders Africa Summit play a crucial role in shaping the policies, investments, and collaborations that will define the continent’s future. The gathering in Accra is more than a conference—it is a catalyst for change, a meeting point for global and regional leaders, and a bold step toward building world-class healthcare systems that can support generations to come.
With its focus on investment, innovation, and sustainable development, the Summit is poised to influence not only Africa’s healthcare landscape but also global health priorities. As the world looks toward new solutions for health security, equitable access, and resilient systems, Africa’s leadership and vision are becoming increasingly central to the global conversation. The WHX Leaders Africa Summit stands as a testament to this growing influence and marks a pivotal moment in the continent’s journey toward a healthier, more prosperous future.
