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WORLD HEALTH SUMMIT 2026

From Crisis to Resilience: Innovating for Health

WHS Regional Meeting 2026 Wraps Up in Nairobi

Over three days, more than 80 sessions and contributions from over 400 speakers, including 16 ministers, explored practical approaches to strengthening health systems across Africa. With more than 3,000 participants from 80+ countries, the meeting highlighted the value of collaboration across sectors and regions, linking regional priorities with the global health agenda.

A key outcome of the meeting was the strong emphasis on advancing health sovereignty across the continent. Discussions highlighted the importance of greater ownership, mutual accountability, and global partnerships based on equal footing.

3,000+
Participants
80+
Countries
400+
Speakers
16
Health Ministers
80+
Sessions

Side Event at the 79th World Health Assembly

During the World Health Assembly, the World Health Summit will bring together leaders and experts from across sectors to explore how innovation can strengthen health systems and resilience. Under the 2026 leitmotif "From Crisis to Resilience: Innovating for Health," the side event will discuss shared challenges and approaches to building more equitable and future-ready health systems. The event will be followed by a reception.