Tunisia will host the Telehealth Connect 2026 conference, a major international event focused on digital health, telemedicine, and artificial intelligence. The conference, scheduled for September 29 to October 1, 2026, will gather decision-makers, policymakers, experts, and innovators from around the world. They will discuss the future of digital health, telemedicine, and artificial intelligence, as well as the development of new care models. This event aims to facilitate dialogue and exchange of expertise on developing digital health systems.
Telehealth Connect 2026 is a platform for international dialogue and expertise exchange on digital health systems development. The event will feature official meetings, concrete partnerships, and workshops to move from strategic reflection to designing applicable projects and solutions. Key topics will include digital hospitals, AI in healthcare, digital infrastructure, interoperability between health systems, health data protection, cybersecurity, telemedicine, capacity building, and innovation support.
The conference will address several priority themes, including digital hospitals, AI in healthcare, and infrastructure. Interoperability between health systems, health data protection, and cybersecurity will also be discussed. Additionally, the event will focus on telemedicine, capacity building, and supporting innovation and start-ups. Telemedicine is seen as a tool to facilitate access to medical specialties, reduce geographical disparities, and promote health equity.
Artificial intelligence is expected to open new perspectives for diagnostic aid, data analysis, and decision-making. It will also improve the quality and efficiency of care while respecting responsibility, data protection, and human supervision principles. By hosting Telehealth Connect 2026, Tunisia aims to accompany the acceleration of healthcare digital transformation and strengthen its presence in shaping the future of global health.
Tunisia's goal is to move from strategic planning to operational implementation, supporting innovation and investment, developing partnerships, and leveraging international experiences to improve its healthcare system. The country has been actively engaging in digital health initiatives, including exploring new areas of cooperation with France and partnering with Huawei to modernize its healthcare system.
The event is expected to help Tunisia pass from strategic planning to operational implementation. This will be achieved by supporting innovation and investment, developing partnerships, and drawing on international experiences. These efforts aim to improve Tunisia's healthcare system and services.
With Telehealth Connect 2026, Tunisia reaffirms its commitment to accelerating digital health transformation. The conference will provide a platform for experts to share knowledge and experiences, ultimately contributing to improved healthcare services.
Key points
- Tunisia will host the Telehealth Connect 2026 conference from September 29 to October 1, 2026.
- The conference will focus on digital health, telemedicine, and artificial intelligence.
- The event aims to facilitate dialogue and exchange of expertise on developing digital health systems.
