The Tunisian Minister of Health opened the TeleHealth Connect Tunisia 2026 conference on September 29, 2026, in Tunis. The event gathered experts and representatives from nearly 35 countries and international organizations. The conference aims to discuss practical solutions for bringing specialized medicine to remote areas, accelerating diagnosis, and improving patient care.
Over three days, participants will engage in discussions on various topics, including telemedicine and digital health. Tunisia has shared its experience in digital healthcare, highlighting over 120,000 remote radiology exams and more than 3,000 patients benefiting from remote clinics. The country continues to develop its digital services, including cancer screening and citizen-focused digital services.
The Minister of Health emphasized the priority of facilitating treatment, protecting patient data, and developing artificial intelligence with Tunisian expertise that combines medical and engineering skills. The conference is expected to conclude with the adoption of the "Tunis Declaration," supporting a fair, safe, and humane digital health transition that preserves data sovereignty and serves citizens everywhere.
The conference is taking place in the context of Tunisia's ongoing efforts to enhance its digital health capabilities. Recently, the country launched the "October Pink" national campaign for early breast cancer screening. The campaign started on September 30, 2026, with an event on Habib Bourguiba Street in the capital.
The Tunisian Minister of Health has also been engaging in discussions with his counterparts from neighboring countries to strengthen cooperation in telemedicine. Recent meetings with ministers from Algeria, Mauritania, and Libya focused on developing partnerships in remote healthcare.
The international conference has garnered significant attention, with various stakeholders participating to share knowledge and best practices in digital health. The event provides a platform for countries to exchange experiences and explore opportunities for collaboration in the field of telemedicine.
As the conference progresses, participants are expected to share insights on the latest advancements and innovations in digital healthcare. The discussions will likely focus on strategies for implementing effective telemedicine programs, addressing challenges, and leveraging technology to improve healthcare outcomes.
Key points
- The conference aims to adopt the "Tunis Declaration" to support a fair, safe, and humane digital health transition.
- Tunisia has made significant progress in digital healthcare, with over 120,000 remote radiology exams and 3,000 patients benefiting from remote clinics.
- The Minister of Health emphasized the importance of facilitating treatment, protecting patient data, and developing artificial intelligence with Tunisian expertise.
