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Al-Ahram Weekly
13-05-2025
- Health
- Al-Ahram Weekly
Dahab and Nuweiba to get two new hospitals as part of health insurance rollout - Health
The Egypt Healthcare Authority (EHA) announced on Tuesday that two new hospitals will open in Dahab and Nuweiba in South Sinai in early fiscal year 2025/26 as part of Egypt's push to expand its Universal Health Insurance System (UHIS). South Sinai is one of six governorates in the first phase of Egypt's national health insurance rollout, which is due to conclude in July 2025 with the addition of Aswan. The UHIS aims to cover the entire population by 2030. According to Egypt Healthcare Authority Chairman Ahmed El-Sobky, the hospitals' construction cost a combined EGP 1.3 billion. Nuweibaa Central Hospital, covering 5,000 square metres, has 42 dialysis machines and departments for inpatient care, intensive care, emergency services, surgery, radiology, endoscopy, labs, a blood bank, and 10 outpatient clinics. The project cost over EGP 600 million. Meanwhile, Dahab New Hospital includes 58 beds, six outpatient clinics, a neonatal intensive care unit, labs, emergency surgery, dialysis, radiology, endoscopy, and blood services departments. Construction and equipment costs totalled EGP 728 million. The two facilities join five other hospitals already operating under the authority in South Sinai: Sharm El-Sheikh International, Ras Sedr Specialized, Taba Central, Saint Catherine, and Al-Fayrouz Medical Complex. Together, they have delivered more than 1.5 million medical services since the UHIS launched in the region in 2018. Staff from existing hospitals will begin transferring to the new system in the next fiscal year and will be trained to meet UHIS standards. El-Sobky said the state has spent more than EGP 4 billion on operating the scheme in South Sinai, including infrastructure and equipment. Follow us on: Facebook Instagram Whatsapp Short link:
CairoScene
13-05-2025
- Health
- CairoScene
Egypt Prepares First AI-Powered National Platform for Remote Diagnosis
Backed by WHO guidelines, the new platform aims to boost diagnostic speed and accuracy across Egypt's healthcare system. May 13, 2025 Egypt is preparing the pilot launch of its first national artificial intelligence-based platform for remote medical diagnosis, according to Dr. Ahmed El-Sobky, Chairman of the General Authority for Healthcare and Supervisor of the Comprehensive Health Insurance Project. The new platform will rely on the latest treatment protocols issued by the World Health Organization (WHO), with the goal of improving diagnostic accuracy and reducing response times across public health services. The announcement came during a meeting between Dr. El-Sobky and Dr. Nima Saeed Abid, WHO Representative in Egypt, as the two parties discussed strategies to advance the country's healthcare system. Dr. El-Sobky noted that the Authority is already a regional leader in adopting global medical standards, having implemented both the ICD-11 disease classification and ICHI intervention coding systems—becoming the first healthcare body in the MENA region to do so. These systems are expected to significantly improve public health tracking, inform national health policies, and support clinical decision-making at scale. The AI platform is part of a broader digital transformation plan aimed at aligning Egypt's healthcare sector with international best practices. The collaboration between WHO and the General Authority for Healthcare focuses on six key areas, including joint research, the establishment of a WHO-accredited emergency medical team, and the launch of a Collaboration Centre specialising in clinical governance and infection control. These initiatives are designed to enhance care quality and safety across Egypt's healthcare infrastructure.
Daily News Egypt
03-05-2025
- Health
- Daily News Egypt
EU ambassador commends Aswan's public healthcare during official visit
In a high-level visit to Aswan, EU Ambassador to Egypt and the Arab League, Angelina Eichhorst, toured several public hospitals affiliated with Egypt's General Authority for Healthcare (GAHC), including Al-Massalah Specialized Hospital. She was accompanied by Amal Ammar, President of the National Council for Women, and Ismail Kamal, Governor of Aswan. The visit aimed to evaluate progress under Egypt's Universal Health Insurance System. Ambassador Eichhorst expressed her admiration for the quality of care provided, describing it as 'remarkable,' and said it reflects the Egyptian state's commitment to enhancing public services and improving citizens' quality of life. Ahmed El-Sobky, Chairperson of the GAHC and General Supervisor of the Universal Health Insurance Project, welcomed the praise, noting it affirms Egypt's alignment with global standards of healthcare quality and sustainability. He highlighted that the EU ambassador's remarks underscore growing international confidence in Egypt's healthcare model. El-Sobky emphasized that the ongoing expansion of health insurance coverage in Aswan is a direct reflection of President Abdel Fattah Al-Sisi's vision for equitable healthcare nationwide. He added that Upper Egypt plays a central role in the government's development plans, with a focus on patient-centered services and adherence to international benchmarks. He also pointed to the comprehensive strategic partnership signed between Egypt and the European Union on March 17, 2024, during President Al-Sisi's meeting with European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen. The agreement, he said, marks a key milestone for deeper cooperation in the health sector and the pursuit of inclusive, sustainable healthcare reform. Ambassador Eichhorst reiterated the EU's strong support for Egypt's healthcare transformation, noting that Egypt is one of the EU's largest recipients of trust and development assistance. She described the partnership as a testament to the importance of continued collaboration between both sides. El-Sobky concluded by affirming that Aswan holds a prominent place in the Authority's roadmap for expanding access to advanced healthcare services. He stressed that this aligns with national directives to ensure fair and comprehensive health coverage across all governorates participating in the Universal Health Insurance System.
Zawya
22-04-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Egypt, China sign deal to strengthen cooperation in healthcare sector
Egypt - Ahmed El-Sobky, Chairperson of Egypt Healthcare Authority, participated in the 2025 Shenzhen-Cairo Economic and Trade Exchange Forum—one of the leading platforms advancing economic and investment ties between the two countries. The forum placed a strong focus on priority sectors, especially smart and technological healthcare. El-Sobky announced the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chinese diagnostics giant Snibe, marking a significant step toward establishing integrated diagnostic complexes in Egypt. The partnership, backed by Chinese investment, also aims to transfer advanced medical testing technologies to the Egyptian healthcare system. 'This agreement marks a milestone in our growing collaboration with leading Chinese companies,' El-Sobky said. 'We've already signed cooperation protocols with tech giants like Mindray and Huawei, and today's partnership with Snibe opens up further opportunities in laboratory and diagnostic innovation.' Reflecting on his previous visits to China, El-Sobky said they laid the groundwork for future cooperation in biotechnology and gene medicine. He emphasized Egypt's ambition to become a regional hub for advanced medical technologies, noting mutual interest in developing smart medical city models inspired by Huawei's advanced campus in China. 'We're witnessing genuine momentum in Egyptian-Chinese healthcare collaboration—from building hospitals to pioneering technological models of care,' El-Sobky noted. 'This is a strategic partnership with the potential to transform healthcare delivery across the region.' El-Sobky also addressed investors directly, encouraging them to visit Shenzhen, as invited by its mayor, to exchange expertise and explore business opportunities. 'China is one of Egypt's most important strategic partners in driving economic cooperation across the Middle East and Africa,' he added. 'We must capitalize on this foundation to deliver real, tangible outcomes.' The forum concluded with the signing of several key cooperation agreements and MoUs. Among them was the standout MoU between Egypt Healthcare Authority and Shenzhen New Industries Biomedical Engineering Co. (Snibe). The agreement focuses on enhancing technical and institutional capacity through joint training programs, workshops, and field visits. It will also support knowledge transfer to Egyptian healthcare professionals under the Universal Health Insurance System. Speaking at the event, Chen Weiqiang, Mayor of Shenzhen, commended Egypt's investment-friendly climate and expressed strong interest in deepening bilateral economic ties. Meanwhile, Liao Liqiang, China's Ambassador to Egypt, praised the enduring strategic relationship between the two nations and reaffirmed China's commitment to advancing healthcare cooperation for a more prosperous and innovative future.
Daily News Egypt
21-04-2025
- Business
- Daily News Egypt
Egypt, China sign MoU to strengthen cooperation in healthcare sector
Ahmed El-Sobky, Chairperson of Egypt Healthcare Authority, participated in the 2025 Shenzhen-Cairo Economic and Trade Exchange Forum—one of the leading platforms advancing economic and investment ties between the two countries. The forum placed a strong focus on priority sectors, especially smart and technological healthcare. El-Sobky announced the signing of a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Chinese diagnostics giant Snibe, marking a significant step toward establishing integrated diagnostic complexes in Egypt. The partnership, backed by Chinese investment, also aims to transfer advanced medical testing technologies to the Egyptian healthcare system. 'This agreement marks a milestone in our growing collaboration with leading Chinese companies,' El-Sobky said. 'We've already signed cooperation protocols with tech giants like Mindray and Huawei, and today's partnership with Snibe opens up further opportunities in laboratory and diagnostic innovation.' Reflecting on his previous visits to China, El-Sobky said they laid the groundwork for future cooperation in biotechnology and gene medicine. He emphasized Egypt's ambition to become a regional hub for advanced medical technologies, noting mutual interest in developing smart medical city models inspired by Huawei's advanced campus in China. 'We're witnessing genuine momentum in Egyptian-Chinese healthcare collaboration—from building hospitals to pioneering technological models of care,' El-Sobky noted. 'This is a strategic partnership with the potential to transform healthcare delivery across the region.' El-Sobky also addressed investors directly, encouraging them to visit Shenzhen, as invited by its mayor, to exchange expertise and explore business opportunities. 'China is one of Egypt's most important strategic partners in driving economic cooperation across the Middle East and Africa,' he added. 'We must capitalize on this foundation to deliver real, tangible outcomes.' The forum concluded with the signing of several key cooperation agreements and MoUs. Among them was the standout MoU between Egypt Healthcare Authority and Shenzhen New Industries Biomedical Engineering Co. (Snibe). The agreement focuses on enhancing technical and institutional capacity through joint training programs, workshops, and field visits. It will also support knowledge transfer to Egyptian healthcare professionals under the Universal Health Insurance System. Speaking at the event, Chen Weiqiang, Mayor of Shenzhen, commended Egypt's investment-friendly climate and expressed strong interest in deepening bilateral economic ties. Meanwhile, Liao Liqiang, China's Ambassador to Egypt, praised the enduring strategic relationship between the two nations and reaffirmed China's commitment to advancing healthcare cooperation for a more prosperous and innovative future.
