Welcome to middle east and north africa health policy forum


The MENA Health Policy Forum is an independent, non-profit research organization dedicated to advancing the development and implementation of effective, evidence-based health policies across the Middle East and North Africa region. The Forum is committed to strengthening health systems and improving population health outcomes by promoting rigorous research, facilitating knowledge exchange, and supporting informed policy dialogue at both regional and international levels.

As a platform that brings together researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and development partners, the Forum fosters collaboration and interdisciplinary engagement on key health policy challenges affecting the region. It actively works to bridge the gap between research and policy by encouraging the production and use of high-quality evidence in decision-making processes, while also supporting capacity building and institutional strengthening across relevant sectors.

Through its initiatives, publications, and convening activities, the Forum aims to contribute to a more coordinated and impactful health policy environment, grounded in data, dialogue, and shared learning. Its work reflects a strong commitment to inclusivity, regional cooperation, and policy relevance, with a focus on addressing the most pressing and complex health challenges facing countries in the MENA region.

This website serves as a gateway to the Forum’s mission, activities, and outputs, offering insights into its role in promoting and strengthening evidence-informed health policy development and fostering sustainable improvements in health systems across the region.

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Egyptian Pharma Giant EVA Pharma Expands Vaccine and Insulin Manufacturing Across Africa

Egyptian Pharma Giant EVA Pharma Expands Vaccine and Insulin Manufacturing Across Africa

At Africa Health ExCon 2026, EVA Pharma showcased its expanding African footprint, including new legal entities in Kenya and Nigeria and partnerships with major pharmaceutical companies. The company, which produces more than 1 million medicines daily across internationally accredited facilities, operates two research centres bringing first-of-its-kind capabilities to the Middle East and Africa, including mRNA [...]

Africa Health ExCon 2026 Closes with Call to Shift from Reactive to Proactive Health Systems

Africa Health ExCon 2026 Closes with Call to Shift from Reactive to Proactive Health Systems

Africa Health ExCon 2026 focused on health sustainability, digital transformation, and strengthening healthcare systems across the continent, examining artificial intelligence, digital health, and local pharmaceutical manufacturing across more than 21 high-level panel discussions, specialized sessions, and technical workshops. Egypt's Minister of Health Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar stressed that Africa's future in healthcare depends on moving [...]

Egypt’s Universal Health Insurance Authority Deepens Digital Transformation Agenda at ExCon

Egypt’s Universal Health Insurance Authority Deepens Digital Transformation Agenda at ExCon

eHealth announced its participation in Africa Health ExCon 2026 as a strategic partner of Egypt's Universal Health Insurance Authority (UHIA) for the fifth consecutive year, reaffirming its commitment to supporting the country's healthcare transformation agenda and accelerating digitalization efforts in line with Egypt Vision 2030 and the objectives of the Universal Health Insurance System. The [...]

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