WHX Nairobi and WHX Labs Nairobi to Convene Healthcare Leaders, Policymakers, and Innovators in Response to Kenya’s Escalating Healthcare Workforce Deficit
Nairobi, Kenya | June 2025 — As Kenya’s population edges toward 63 million by 2030, the nation faces a critical shortage of healthcare workers. With only 7,650 new health professionals graduating annually, a recent World Health Organization (WHO) report reveals Kenya needs an additional 70,000 healthcare workers to meet its citizens’ growing demands. Without swift intervention, the shortfall could surge to 114,000 by 2030 and a staggering 170,000 by 2035.
To address this challenge, WHX Nairobi and WHX Labs Nairobi, East Africa’s largest healthcare and laboratory exhibition, will return from 6–8 October 2025 at the Kenyatta International Convention Centre. Organized alongside the Ministry of Health and backed by Africa CDC, Kenya Healthcare Foundation, and the Kenya Medical Association, these events aim to unite over 8,000 attendees, 300 exhibitors, 20 counties, and 65+ international speakers for impactful discussions and innovations.
Previously known as Medic East Africa and Medlab East Africa, these events are now part of the World Health Expo (WHX) network, promoting sustainable healthcare solutions across the continent.
WHX Nairobi and WHX Labs Nairobi will serve as catalysts for improved healthcare delivery in East Africa, bringing together hospital administrators, laboratory specialists, policymakers, and investors to advance patient care systems and medical workforce development.
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The 2025 edition will also launch the Healthcare Leaders Ministerial Roundtable, endorsed by President William Ruto and the Ministry of Health. This high-level forum will tackle strategies for resolving Kenya’s healthcare workforce crisis, expanding clinical education, enhancing lab science training, and encouraging rural health services.
“Kenya’s pursuit of Universal Health Coverage (UHC) relies on resilient Primary Health Care systems. I believe the WHX Nairobi roundtable will catalyze scalable, people-focused healthcare solutions for Africa,” said Desta Lakew, Group Director of Partnerships at AMREF Health Africa.
Notable dignitaries expected include:
Hon. Deborah Barasa , Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change & Forestry
Hon. Mary Muthoni Muriuki , Principal Secretary for Health
Hon. Lee Kinyanjui , Cabinet Secretary, Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry
Dr. Mazyanga Mazaba , Regional Director, Africa CDC
Hon. Beatrice Askul Moe , Cabinet Secretary, East African Community Affairs
Over three days, WHX Nairobi will feature CPD-accredited sessions on:
• Healthcare Policy & Investment
• Digital Health Innovations
• Primary Health Care Advancements
• The Leaders Forum (in partnership with the Ministry of Health)
Meanwhile, WHX Labs Nairobi will offer insights into:
• Clinical Microbiology & Parasitology
• Molecular Diagnostics & Genomics
• Lab Management and Workforce Strategy
This year’s events will also unveil impactful social programs:
Rays of Hope , a partnership with IAEA and GE Healthcare to improve radiology services and cancer care.
Women 50/50 , a gender equity leadership campaign led by Philana Mugyenyi advocating for women in healthcare leadership roles.
International pavilions from Egypt, South Africa, and Brazil will showcase the latest in healthcare technology and services.
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Healthcare leaders, investors, and policymakers are invited to be part of East Africa’s most influential healthcare summit.
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About World Health Expo (WHX)
WHX Nairobi and WHX Labs Nairobi belong to the global World Health Expo series, hosting 15 major exhibitions and over 110 conferences annually, engaging more than 600,000 healthcare professionals worldwide.
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