The China-West Africa Medical and Health Industry Expo is an essential annual event that brings together major stakeholders from the healthcare sector through an engaging summit and exhibition. Building on the success of the 2024 HCOWA West Africa Medical and Health Industry Investment Summit and Expo, the 2025 edition will continue to strengthen, diversify, and energize the collaboration between China and Africa in the medical and healthcare industries. This expo serves as a dynamic platform designed to connect Chinese hospitals, doctors, manufacturers, and products with the rapidly growing West African market. By facilitating multi-dimensional collaborations across trade, technology, academia, industry, and project development, the event will promote deeper partnerships and foster shared growth within the healthcare sector.
Hon. Mrs. Justina Marigold is the Central Regional Minister, prior to this position, she served as the Municipal Chief Executive for Agona west Municipal Assembly, 2017-2021. Hon Justina Marigold Assan is a professional Teacher. She attended Ola College of Education, Cape Coast where she obtained 3 Year Cert ‘A’, she then proceeded to the University of Education, Winneba for her 1st and 2nd Degree, Bachelor of Education Degree in Home Economics and Master of Philosophy (Mphil) Home Economics. She is a strong advocate for women empowerment and has made a lot of presentations on this at local and international conferences. Also, she has mentored a lot of girls who are now doing very well in several fields. Hon. Mrs. Justina Marigold Assan is married with three (3) children. At her leisure,she enjoys reading, sewing, participating in seminars and cooking.
Prof OU Yamei, is the Chinese Director of the Confucius Institute at the University of Cape Coast (CIUCC). In this event, she will serve as the Charity Ambassador who will be responsible for representing HCOWA in liaising with health institutions, ensuring donations are appropriately allocated, coordinating events or initiatives to support the donation efforts, and possibly even personally delivering donations or engaging with recipients to understand their needs firsthand.
The 2024 HCOWA West Africa Medical and Health Industry Expo was an exciting event, uniting governments, health experts, manufacturers, doctors, and investors to shape West Africa’s healthcare future. With engaging discussions, innovative product displays, and abundant opportunities for collaboration, this expo marked a major milestone for the region’s health industry. Check out the highlights!
The Health Community of West Africa (HCOWA), in its bid to address healthcare disparities in the West African sub-region, hosted the 2024 HCOWA West Africa Medical Industry Investment Summit and Expo at the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre.
The 2025 China-West Africa Medical and Health Expo and Summit will feature a series of key activities, events, and parallel sessions designed to foster collaboration, innovation, and partnerships between the health sectors of China and West Africa. Here’s a breakdown of the exciting events and activities planned
Delegates will visit leading hospitals across Ghana to gain insights into the healthcare system and explore opportunities for collaboration and knowledge exchange
The official opening ceremony will mark the start of the event, with keynote speeches and a ceremonial ribbon-cutting.
Recognizing excellence in the industry, this ceremony will highlight outstanding companies, products, and innovations that have made significant contributions to healthcare.
A platform for academic exchange, where medical professionals, scholars, and researchers will present papers and discuss the latest advancements in the medical field
A platform for academic exchange, where medical professionals, scholars, and researchers will present papers and discuss the latest advancements in the medical field
Delegates will meet with representatives from other West African countries to discuss regional healthcare needs and opportunities for cross-border collaborations.
This session will provide an overview of the FDA certification process, offering guidance and practical information for medical product manufacturers seeking certification for the West African market.
Recognizing excellence in the industry, this ceremony will highlight outstanding companies, products, and innovations that have made significant contributions to healthcare.
A platform for academic exchange, where medical professionals, scholars, and researchers will present papers and discuss the latest advancements in the medical field
A platform for academic exchange, where medical professionals, scholars, and researchers will present papers and discuss the latest advancements in the medical field
Delegates will meet with representatives from other West African countries to discuss regional healthcare needs and opportunities for cross-border collaborations.
A series of five sessions, with each country taking turns to present its needs and opportunities for bulk procurement and project cooperation in the healthcare sector.
A ceremonial signing of agreements between key stakeholders to formalize project collaborations and initiatives for the West African medical and health industry.
Recognizing excellence in the industry, this ceremony will highlight outstanding companies, products, and innovations that have made significant contributions to healthcare.
A series of five sessions, with each country taking turns to present its needs and opportunities for bulk procurement and project cooperation in the healthcare sector.
Greater Accra Regional Minister
The president of the Republic of Ghana is the elected head of state and head of government of Ghana, as well as commander-in-chief of the Ghana Armed Forces. The current president of Ghana is Nana Akufo-Addo,
Minister of Health, Ghana
Bernard Okoe-Boye is a Ghanaian and a Medical Doctor by profession. He is also a politician and has currently been appointed by as Ghana's Minister of Health.
Minister of Trade and Industry, Ghana
Hon. K.T Hammond became a member of Parliament from January 2001 after emerging winner in the Ghana General Election on December 7, 2000. He has since then had a run of five consecutive terms in office.
Minister of Health, La Cote D’Ivoire
Monsieur le Ministre de la Santé, de l'Hygiène Publique et de la Couverture Maladie Universelle République de COTE D'IVOIRE BP V4 Abidjan – Tour C 16ème Etage
Minister of Health, Togo
The Togolese government opens a new chapter with the appointment of Prof. Tchin Darré as Minister of Health and Public Hygiene, by presidential decree of 20 August 2024, succeeding Prof. Moustafa Mijiyawa.
China Ambassador to Ghana
On 4th August, 2024, H.E. Tong Defa, the new Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the People’s Republic of China to the Republic of Ghana, arrived in Accra. The representative of the Ghanaian Government, Deputy Director of the Protocol Bureau of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration
HON. MINISTER OF HEALTH NIGER
An insightful public health conversation with Dr. Muhammad Ali Pate, Coordinating Minister of Health and Social Welfare, Nigeria
Minister of Health Sierra Leone
Dr. Demby before his appointment had been a top US Government official for over 20 years. He had resigned his position to return home and has brought his expertise to help his Sierra Leonean people to tackle the COVID-19 pandemic.
Health Minister Liberia
Louise Mapleh Kpoto, reaffirmed her commitment to transforming Liberia's health sector by prioritizing community health services, strengthening human resource
Associate Chief Physician
Professional Experience: Associate Chief Physician, Obstetrics and Gynecology, West China Second Hospital Teaching Position, West China Second Hospital Instructor, Advanced Obstetric Life Support (AAFP), Basic Life Support (AHA), Obstetric Emergency Intensive Course (OGSM)
Associate Chief Physician
Engaged in medical teaching and research of pediatric respiratory diseases for more than ten years Deputy Director of the Division of Pediatric Pulmonology and Immunology, West China Second Hospital, Sichuan University Chairman-designate of the Pediatric Respiratory Professional Committee of Sichuan Maternal and Child Health Association.
Deputy Chief Physician
Host or participate in scientific research projects/topics: 1. Participate in the Ministry of Science and Technology, National Major Science and Technology Project, 2018ZX09733001-004-001, new drug research and development of tumor vaccines (recombinant new protein drugs and gene therapy, new varieties of nucleic acid drugs and key innovative technologies)
Doctor of Pediatric Neurology
PhD, Department of Pediatric Neurology, West China Second Hospital, Sichuan University Secretary of the Child Neurology Group of the Sichuan Provincial Medical Association, youth committee member of the Sichuan Provincial Anti-Epilepsy Association and the EEG and Electrophysiology Branch of the Sichuan Provincial
Director of the Neonatology Department
Director of the Neonatology Department at Sichuan Maternal and Child Health Hospital, Director of the Preterm Infant Treatment Center, Chief Physician, and Master's Supervisor. He serves as a member of the Neonatology Physician Branch of the Chinese Medical Doctor Association.
Ministry of Health, Nigeria
Association of the Community of Health of West Africa
Canada-China Trade Chamber of Commerce
Join us from August 20-22, 2025, for a pivotal event uniting top medical professionals, innovators, and industry experts to address West Africa’s healthcare needs. With exhibitions, forums, and partnerships, the expo promotes dialogue, innovation, and growth in medical technology. Register now as an exhibitor or visitor and be part of Africa’s healthcare future!