World Economic Forum How Africa is harnessing tech to deliver healthcare
Jun 5, 2025
Jean Kaseya, Head of Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention, emphasizes leveraging technology and regional collaboration to improve healthcare across Africa. Lora du Moulin from the World Economic Forum discusses the drastic impact of aid budget cuts on healthcare delivery. They highlight the urgent need for innovative partnerships and local manufacturing to combat health crises, along with how AI and telemedicine can revolutionize the continent’s medical infrastructure. Their insights shine a light on the potential for Africa to overcome challenges through tech-driven solutions.
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Doctor for 250,000 People
- Jean Kaseya began his medical career as the only doctor for 250,000 people in a rural area.
- This stark reality highlights the severe shortage of medical professionals in Africa.
Leapfrogging Health Tech
- Africa can leapfrog old development stages by adopting AI and digital transformation directly.
- This could make Africa a very different continent within five years.
Dependency on Overseas Aid
- Cuts to official development assistance (ODA) severely impact African healthcare.
- 30% of Africa's health spending depends on ODA, creating vulnerability amid funding cuts.