“In parallel to the exhibition, Medic West Africa will host six strategic conferences aimed to support healthcare stakeholders with worldwide healthcare management thinking and experience while creating a forum for regional networking.
“Medlab West Africa will officially launch as a standalone event from April 22 to 24, 2024. It will host 3,500 plus visitors and feature 150 plus exhibitors from 30 plus countries. The event will also feature six high-level accredited conferences for the medical laboratory community.
“Pharmaconex will officially launch into West Africa. It will host 2,000 plus visitors and feature 100 plus exhibitors. Simultaneously, it will present a range of conferences and technical seminars, providing stakeholders with an opportunity to broaden their knowledge and stay abreast of the latest industry trends and best practices.”
Content Manager, Informa Markets, Ramy El Feky, said: “This is a critical step forward in supporting the development of the region’s healthcare, medical laboratory, and pharmaceutical sectors. By bringing together industry leaders and professionals, we are fostering collaboration and innovation that will ultimately improve patient care across West Africa.”
Director & Deputy Registrar, Medical Laboratory Science Council of Nigeria, Dr Donald Ofili, said: “The council is collaborating with Informa Markets to host Medlab West Africa in 2024 because this is an initiative seeking to unlock the immeasurable potential of the medical laboratory sector.
Considering the state of the health sector in Nigeria, it is imperative to fashion a new direction to enable the sector to grow sustainably.
“This is the time to bring in new ideas in terms of advocacy, research, and exhibitions, which is what Medlab West Africa 2024 will achieve. It will be very impactful in terms of connecting with the right stakeholders to ensure there is the right environment in place for professionals and businesses.”