WHX NAIROBI & WHX LABS NAIROBI

　　The East Africa International Medical Devices and Laboratory Instruments & Equipment Exhibition (WHX NAIROBI & WHX LABS NAIROBI), a key event under Informa Markets—the world-renowned organizer of specialized trade shows—has long been the largest and most prestigious medical‑industry exhibition in Eastern Africa. In 2026, the show will celebrate its eleventh anniversary!

　　Formerly known as Medic East Africa and Medlab East Africa, this exhibition has been officially rebranded this year as World Health myExpo (WHX Nairobi & WHX Labs Nairobi). Over the past decade, it has grown into one of the most influential specialized trade shows for healthcare and laboratory solutions in East Africa, opening up new opportunities for the region’s medical sector. Each year, it brings together government agencies, healthcare professionals, medical device manufacturers, and distributors and agents to connect, transact, and learn at East Africa’s premier healthcare event—expanding global reach, generating new business, forging relationships with industry experts and potential clients, and showcasing cutting-edge products and services to the East African healthcare and medical laboratory communities.

(1) The market size is growing steadily: The East African medical equipment market is one of the fastest-growing regional markets in Africa. The market size is projected to exceed USD 1.4 billion by 2025 and is expected to maintain a compound annual growth rate of 7.83% from 2025 to 2029, reaching a total market value of USD 1.949 billion by 2029.

(2) Core Hub Role: The East African market is characterized by a “Kenya‑centered, regionally‑radiating” structure, with Kenya’s pivotal role significantly amplifying the actual influence of the regional market size. Kenya is the largest importer and exporter, and more than 80% of medical devices in countries such as Uganda and Tanzania are transshipped through Nairobi.

(3) Geopolitical and Economic Stability: Kenya is the leading force in the social and economic development of the six East African countries. With a total population of 53.33 million, it currently boasts a middle class accounting for 44.9%—a share far exceeding the East African average of 22.6%—making it one of the most politically stable and economically well‑grounded nations in sub‑Saharan Africa. At the same time, Kenya serves as a key trade transit hub in Eastern Africa, the sole pivot point for the Belt and Road Initiative on the continent, and one of the countries that has attracted the largest volume of Chinese investment.

(4) Excellent opportunities for product exports: Kenya has set “Vision 2030” as its core strategic goal, aiming to transform into a middle-income, newly industrialized country by 2030. The country is among the fastest-growing medical device markets in sub-Saharan Africa; however, due to limited manufacturing infrastructure, weak technological capabilities, and restricted access to raw materials, domestically produced medical devices remain scarce, leaving Kenya heavily reliant on imports. According to a report by the U.S. International Trade Administration, China is Kenya’s largest source of medical device imports. From an import‑demand perspective, diagnostic imaging equipment such as electrocardiographs and MRI scanners, consumables like syringes and bandages, and viral‑testing reagents all exhibit strong market potential in the Kenyan market.

2025 Exhibition Data:

✓ 200+ exhibitors ✓ 30+ participating countries

✓ Over 500 attendees ✓ More than 65 speakers

✓ 8,000+ industry professionals

 Medical Devices and Instrumentation: Medical electronic instruments, medical ultrasound equipment, medical X-ray devices, medical optical instruments, clinical laboratory analysis instruments, dental equipment and materials, equipment and instruments for operating rooms, emergency rooms, and examination rooms, single-use medical supplies, medical dressings and sanitary materials, various surgical instruments, medical health‑care devices and supplies, traditional Chinese medicine–based medical instruments and rehabilitation aids, hemodialysis equipment, anesthesia and respiratory equipment, and more.

 Household health products and small health devices: Home health care products, small household diagnostic, monitoring, and therapeutic devices, rehabilitation and physiotherapy equipment and supplies, electronic medical instruments, dental instruments, hospital office supplies, sports medicine products, and more.

 Medical Aesthetics and Skin Rejuvenation : Plastic surgery equipment and supplies, skin care technologies and products, laser therapy and repair technologies and equipment, etc.

 Medical laboratory products: Testing and analytical instruments, diagnostic equipment, reagents and consumables, laboratory equipment and instruments, single-use medical supplies, medical dressings and sanitary materials, biotechnology products, and more.

 Pharmaceuticals and Health Supplements: Pharmaceuticals, functional and all-natural products, health supplements, and more.

1. Complete the exhibition application form, ensuring that all information is accurate and error-free. 
2. Confirm the booth information, sign the exhibition contract, and pay the relevant fees as stipulated in the contract. 
3. Handle matters related to booth registration, banner production, the official exhibition catalog, rental of exhibition equipment and booth construction, as well as exhibit transportation. 
4. Prepare exhibition materials such as brochures, posters, and business cards. 
5. Confirm the list of exhibitors and coordinate their exhibition schedules. 
6. If a visa is required, promptly arrange the necessary visa procedures for all exhibition participants. 
7. During the implementation phase, systematically advance all exhibition-related tasks to ensure the project is successfully launched and executed. 
8. Upon completion of the project, arrange for the issuance of invoices.