EGYPT UNVEILS AFRICA’S FIRST VIRTUAL HOSPITAL IN STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP TALKS WITH ADIB

Egypt Partners ADIB on E-Health and Financial Inclusion

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Egypt to establish Africa’s first virtual hospital
Egypt to establish Africa’s first virtual hospital


Egypt is positioning itself as a pioneer in digital healthcare with plans to establish Africa’s first virtual hospital, following high-level talks between the Egyptian Healthcare Authority and Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank (ADIB).

The meeting, held at the authority’s headquarters in the New Administrative Capital and chaired by Ahmed El-Sobky, Chairperson of the Healthcare Authority and Supervisor of the Universal Health Insurance Project, also brought together ADIB-Egypt CEO Mohamed Ali.

At the centre of discussions was the groundbreaking virtual hospital in Ismailia, which a national health data centre, artificial intelligence-driven medical applications, and integrated e-health platforms will complement. El-Sobky emphasized that the initiative will create one of the Middle East’s largest digital healthcare facilities, transforming how Egyptians access care.

Beyond healthcare delivery, the talks explored ways to boost financial inclusion. Plans include specialised financial literacy training for medical staff, especially in Upper Egypt, facilitating salary disbursements through digital banking channels, and supporting young doctors under Central Bank-led initiatives.

El-Sobky revealed that a new public–private partnership (PPP) framework will soon be introduced to attract fresh investment and banking capital into the health sector. A memorandum of understanding with ADIB-Egypt is expected to be signed, paving the way for long-term collaboration.

ADIB-Egypt CEO Mohamed Ali welcomed the move, describing it as “a significant step toward sustainable healthcare investment” and reaffirming the bank’s commitment to mobilising foreign capital to support Egypt’s national health projects.

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