Healthcare IT Forum 2026 Kicks Off in Tunisia
The Healthcare IT Forum 2026 opened on Tuesday, May 5, in Tunisia, marking the launch of a new event dedicated to the technological challenges of the healthcare sector.
Clear Orientation from the Outset
From the opening, the event's orientation was clearly defined by Riadh Ben Marzou, the event organizer, who presented a "niche edition" aimed at "giving a voice to healthcare professionals and discussing with IT professionals." He also emphasized the "importance of technology, artificial intelligence, and cybersecurity in the healthcare sector," placing these issues at the heart of the discussions.
A First for Tunisia
Organized for the first time in Tunisia, the forum brings together IT decision-makers from public hospitals, private clinics, and the pharmaceutical industry, as well as digital experts, over two days. The event takes place in a context of progressive digital transformation of the healthcare system, where data management, interoperability, and security are becoming central.
Institutional Perspective
From an institutional perspective, Taoufik Borji of Cims highlighted that the topics addressed "are not only technical, but also sovereign and strategic issues." He also specified that they are "directly related to national health security and citizen trust," emphasizing the importance of a coordinated approach between the different actors in the sector.
Ongoing Projects
In this dynamic, the health authorities are highlighting several key projects, including the development of hospital information systems, the centralization of health data, and the strengthening of interoperability. These projects are presented as essential for improving the quality of care and supporting decision-making.
International Dimension
The international dimension was also highlighted during the opening. Jacqueline Groth, Head of Cooperation at the German Embassy in Tunis, stated that "digital technologies offer today unprecedented opportunities to make healthcare services more transparent, efficient, and accessible." She added that HealthTech is "a field of the future," referring to the ongoing cooperation projects between Tunisia and Germany in the field of digital health.
A Platform for Exchange
Through this first day, the Healthcare IT Forum positions itself as a platform for exchange between public actors, technological experts, and healthcare professionals, around the challenges and opportunities related to the digitization of the sector.
Looking Ahead
The work will continue tomorrow, Wednesday, May 6, with a second day dedicated to the evolution prospects of Healthcare IT and the future scenarios of digital health in Tunisia.
