The Kenyatta International Convention Centre (KICC) will host the 10th World Health Expo Nairobi from September 16–18, 2026, bringing together over 5,500 healthcare leaders and 200+ global exhibitors across 30 nations.
Held under the patronage of the Ministry of Health, Kenya, this premier trade platform connects global medical brands with East Africa’s rapidly expanding market, projected to grow from USD 16.8 billion in 2025 to USD 23.6 billion by 2034.
Key Event Highlights:
- Quadrupled Footprint: The floor area has expanded to 4,500 sq.m, alongside a 22% increase in exhibitor participation year-over-year.
- Proven Economic Impact: Follows the commercial success of the 2025 gathering, which facilitated over USD 84.19 million in trade deals.
- Cross-Industry Networking: Serves as a central nexus for manufacturers, supply distributors, hospital procurement teams, logistics providers, and public policy leaders.
Addressing Regional Supply Demands
With Kenya dedicating 5.76% of its GDP to health spending (USD 327.76 per capita), Nairobi continues to serve as the region’s central logistics hub. The expo directly addresses East Africa’s import dependencies by featuring solutions across eight key sectors:
Featured Product Categories:
Medical Equipment | Disposables & Consumer Goods | Orthopedics & Rehab | Diagnostics & Imaging | Digital Health & IT | Healthcare Infrastructure | Lab Technology | Healthcare Services
As part of the WHX Africa portfolio, which includes sister events in Lagos and Johannesburg the Nairobi expo remains a vital catalyst for health supply chain connectivity and medical access across the continent.
