Saturday, 18 July 2026
Egypt sends medical aid, doctors to Kenya, Tanzania in Africa healthcare push
Egyptian Foreign Minister Badr Abdelatty met on Thursday with a high-level medical delegation following their successful deployment to Tanzania and Kenya, as Cairo intensifies its medical diplomacy across the continent.
The delegation, led by Dr. Sherif Mourad of Ain Shams University, briefed the minister on their mission, which forms part of Egypt's broader strategy to bolster healthcare cooperation and partnerships with African nations.
"The health sector is one of the most vital pillars of cooperation with our African brothers," Abdelatty said, praising the tangible impact of the medical convoy.
During the deployment, the Egyptian medical team conducted examinations for a large number of citizens, performed specialized surgical procedures, and delivered shipments of essential medicines and medical supplies to support the local healthcare systems in both East African nations.
Emphasizing Cairo's long-term commitment to continental health security, Abdelatty directed officials to expand the scope of these initiatives. He called for dispatching specialized medical convoys to a larger number of African countries in the coming period.
The minister stressed the importance of transferring Egypt's expertise in healthcare and pharmaceuticals, supporting capacity-building programs, and providing medical supplies and vaccines to help African nations build resilient health systems capable of managing crises sustainably.
During the meeting, the delegation outlined their discussions with health officials in Kenya and Tanzania, exploring future avenues to link Egyptian and African medical institutions through training and joint expertise.