Tunisia is hosting the TeleHealth Connect 2026 conference from September 29 to October 1, bringing together representatives from over 30 countries, international organizations, and experts in the field of digital health. The conference aims to define strategies, develop partnerships, and strengthen governance and financing mechanisms in digital health. Minister of Health Mustapha Ferjani met with his Algerian, Mauritanian, and Libyan counterparts on the sidelines of the conference to discuss cooperation in telemedicine, healthcare personnel training, and expertise exchange.
The conference focuses on transforming the healthcare sector through digitalization, artificial intelligence, data, and technology. Participants will examine the future of digital health, telemedicine, data governance, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and financing. The goal is to improve healthcare services and make them more accessible to citizens. The Tunisian government aims to enhance patient care and bring healthcare services closer to citizens through this conference.
Minister Ferjani's discussions with his counterparts centered on developing cooperation in telemedicine, training healthcare personnel, and exchanging expertise. These efforts aim to improve patient care and make healthcare services more accessible. The conference provides a platform for countries to share experiences and expertise in digital health.
The three-day conference will feature discussions on various topics, including the future of digital health, telemedicine, artificial intelligence, data governance, cybersecurity, infrastructure, and financing. Participants will also explore ways to strengthen international partnerships in digital health. The conference seeks to identify mechanisms for reinforcing partnerships and promoting cooperation in digital health.
TeleHealth Connect 2026 has attracted representatives from over 30 countries, international organizations, and experts in digital health. The conference provides a unique opportunity for stakeholders to come together and discuss the challenges and opportunities in digital health. By sharing experiences and expertise, participants aim to find innovative solutions to improve healthcare services.
The conference is taking place at a time when the healthcare sector is undergoing significant transformations. The use of digital technologies, artificial intelligence, and data analytics is becoming increasingly important in improving healthcare services. Tunisia's hosting of the conference demonstrates its commitment to enhancing digital health cooperation and improving healthcare services for its citizens.
The outcomes of the conference are expected to contribute to the development of digital health strategies and partnerships in Tunisia and beyond. By strengthening governance and financing mechanisms, countries can improve the accessibility and quality of healthcare services. The conference will help identify areas for cooperation and knowledge sharing in digital health.
Key points
- Tunisia hosts TeleHealth Connect 2026 to enhance digital health cooperation
- Conference aims to define strategies, develop partnerships, and strengthen governance in digital health
- Minister of Health discusses cooperation with Algerian, Mauritanian, and Libyan counterparts
