2nd Annual
HealthTech Connect 2026
South Africa’s healthcare system is undergoing a rapid, technology-driven transformation. Digital health is no longer experimental; it has become a strategic enabler of national health goals.
29 October 2026
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From AI-powered diagnostics and precision genomics to digital mental health, wearables, and cybersecurity, technology is reshaping clinical workflows, expanding access to care, and strengthening system resilience across the country.
The 2nd HealthTech Connect 2026 convenes South Africa’s public and private sector leaders, CIOs, health IT professionals, clinicians, innovators, and investors to tackle a pressing challenge:
How do we translate digital capability into a connected, trusted, and people-centered health system on a national scale?
About HealthTech Connect
Digital innovation in healthcare is no longer optional, it is essential. As South Africa advances toward Universal Health Coverage (UHC) and contends with systemic challenges like workforce shortages, chronic disease burdens, and health equity gaps, digital tools offer new solutions. However, the journey is not without barriers: data privacy concerns, fragmented infrastructure, cybersecurity threats, and regulatory complexities are real and pressing. HealthTech Connect 2025 will address these issues head on while showcasing transformative technologies and success stories that are shaping the next era of care.
Why attend HealthTech Connect 2026
South Africa’s health system faces both opportunities and pressures as digital transformation accelerates:
Advancement of AI Adoption
AI adoption is rapidly advancing in diagnostics, clinical triage, and administrative workflows to address workforce shortages and improve early detection.
Wearables and Remote Monitoring
Wearables and remote monitoring are shifting care from hospitals to homes, enabling preventative care and chronic disease management.
Genomics & Precise Medicine
Genomics and precision medicine emerge as national strategic capabilities, enabling locally relevant treatment for HIV, TB, cancer, and rare diseases.
Cybersecurity in Digital Health Systems
Cybersecurity is mission-critical as health systems digitize; data breaches threaten patient privacy, system trust, and national confidence.
Expansion of Contactless Consultations
Digital mental health platforms are expanding access to therapy and support in the context of high mental health burden and limited resources.
This event brings together policymakers, healthcare executives, IT leaders, investors, and innovators to move from isolated innovation to system-wide, measurable impact.
Key Themes
- IAI & Clinical Accountability – Building trust and safety in AI-driven care.
- IGenomic Innovation for Local Populations – Precision medicine for South Africa’s unique healthcare needs.
- IDigital Mental Health Access – Teletherapy, chatbots, and immersive platforms.
- IRemote Monitoring & Preventative Care – Wearables, home monitoring, and data-driven interventions.
- ICyber Resilience in a Digitized Health Sector – Protecting patient data and IT infrastructure.
- IInteroperable Health Data Ecosystems – Seamless connectivity between hospitals, PHC, and insurers.
- INHI-Aligned Digital Infrastructure – Enabling national-scale digital transformation.
- IEthical Governance, Consent & Trust – Ensuring transparency and patient-centered care
HealthTech Connect 2025, brings together a dynamic and diverse community of leaders and innovators from across the healthcare ecosystem in South Africa. The event is designed for professionals driving transformation in health systems, technology, and policy. Attending delegates will represent. • Public and Private Hospitals • Pharmaceutical and Medtech Companies • Insurance Providers • Government Agencies and Regulatory Bodies • Provincial and National Health Departments • Major Laboratories and Research Institutions • Global Health Organizations and NGOs
Target Audience
Target audience includes the following:
- C-Suite & IT Leaders: CIOs, CTOs, CEOs, COOs, CMOs, CISOs in private and public healthcare organisations
- Digital Health Innovators: HealthTech startups, telemedicine platforms, AI/ML solution providers, medical device developers
- Government & Policy Makers: Public Health Leaders, NHI strategists, regulators (SAHPRA, DOH officials), municipal health officers
- Clinical & Health Professionals: Doctors, Nurses, Pharmacists, Radiographers, Dentists, Laboratory Technicians, Allied Health Professionals, Community Health Workers (CHWs), Midwives, Physiotherapists, Psychologists
- Health Sector Support Staff: Hospital Administrators, Receptionists, Data Capturers, IT Support, Medical Records Officers, Cleaners, Porters
- Corporate & Workplace Health Professionals: Occupational Health Practitioners, Employee Wellness Coordinators, PHC Administrators, Safety Officers
Who Should Attend
- Government & Public Health: National & Provincial Departments of Health, Regulators, Standards Bodies
- Healthcare Providers: Public & Private Hospitals, Clinics, PHC Networks
- Health IT & Digital Leaders: CIOs, CTOs, CISOs, Health Informatics, Solution Architects
- Pharma, MedTech & Clinical Research: Executives, Innovators, Research Organizations
- Investors & Funders: Donors, DFIs, Impact Investors, Venture Capitalists
- HealthTech Innovators & Startups: Entrepreneurs, Scale-Ups, Solution Providers
- Academia & Research: Universities, Public Health Researchers, Data Scientists
- Clinicians & Practitioners: Doctors, Nurses, Radiographers, Pharmacists, Community Health Workers
- Corporate & Workplace Health: OHS Managers, Employee Wellness Experts
- Patient Advocates & Health Equity Champions
This gathering is ideal for leaders and changemakers dedicated to advancing the future of healthcare through innovation, strategic collaboration, and cutting-edge technology.
Here’s why you should attend
• Gain strategic foresight on emerging Healthtech trends and innovations.
• Build partnerships with leaders from government, tech, academia, and industry.
• Discover solutions for real challenges in diagnostics, care access, and workforce enablement.
• Engage with pioneers driving digital transformation in South Africa and beyond.
• Acquire actionable tools to support your organization’s digital health goals.
• Shape the conversation on ethical, equitable, and sustainable digital health.
Being Part of South Africa’s HealthTech Future
Whether you’re a policymaker, technologist, provider, or entrepreneur, HealthTech Connect 2026 offers a powerful platform to shape the future of healthcare. Join us in Johannesburg to learn, collaborate, and lead.
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