The 2025 China–West Africa Medical & Health Industry Expo and AI Diagnosis & Project Cooperation Summit placed healthcare excellence at the forefront with a three-day awards ceremony recognizing individuals, institutions, and organizations shaping the future of healthcare in West Africa.
This celebration highlighted innovation, resilience, and leadership, reaffirming the Expo’s role as a driver of stronger systems and lasting partnerships in the region.
Award Categories and Honorees
.Top 10 Health Associations in West Africa
Association of Nurses (Togo), Association of Nurses (Côte d’Ivoire), Ghana Federation of Traditional Medicine Practitioners, Ghana Public Health Association, Private Health Facilities Association of Ghana, Federation of Africa Medical Equipment and Device Manufacturers, National Diabetes Association, Ghana Allied Health Professions Council, Ghana Association of Medical Laboratory Scientists, Christian Health Association of Ghana.
Top 10 Hospitals
The Bank Hospital, Greater Accra Regional Hospital, Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital, 37 Military Hospital, LEKMA Hospital, University of Ghana Medical Centre, and others recognized for their excellence in service delivery.
Top 10 Clinics
St. Luke Medical Centre, Adweso Clinic, Stratford Clinic, Nana Benie Memorial Health Centre, Divine Clinic, Essence Clinic & Medical Laboratory, Anthon Memorial Hospital, Central Aflao Hospital, The Bank Hospital Medical Laboratory, MAB Hospital.
Top 10 Laboratories
Almalab, Metropolis Healthcare Ghana Ltd, G&G Medical Laboratory, Med-Line Medical Diagnostic Services, Quadusha Medical Laboratories, Kaara Diagnostics Services, Patholab Ltd, Amedilab Medical Laboratories, Core Medics Healthcare, Med-Trust Diagnostic Services.
Top 10 Pharmaceutical Companies
Ernest Chemist Ltd, Kinapharma Ltd, Entrance Pharma & Research Centre, AddPharma Ltd, Top Up Pharmacy, Origin Chemist Ltd, Unicom Chemists, JM Addo & Sons Ltd, Kofikrom Pharmacy, with a special Transformational Pharmaceutical Industry Award to Dr. Emmanuel K. Ireland.
Top 10 Medical Experts
Prof. Samuel Debrah, Dr. Edward Kofi Sutherland, Dr. Eugene Odoi (Anaesthetist), Dr. Michael Kwaffo (Physician Specialist), Mercy Bonnah (ENT Specialist), Dr. MH Prince Osei (Medical Herbalist), Dr. MH Sheila Abena Akubea, Prof. Alex Kofi Busia, Dr. MH Sandra Ashong, Dr. Josephine Amo Badu.
Top 10 Nursing Experts
Priscilla Fitz Osei (Oncology Nurse), Adelaide Ollennu (Midwife, Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital), Thelma Fortune Abla Adja-Kwaku, Michael Wiafe (Emergency Department Nurse), Yaa Owusuaa Adu-Kummi (Cardiology Nurse), Theodore Akpornu, Mercy Yakah, Ruby Naa Darkua Dodoo.
Leading Financial Institution in Healthcare Financing Award
Access Bank
A Moment of Inspiration
Each awardee was commended for demonstrating commitment to advancing healthcare—whether through pioneering research, patient-centered care, or building resilient health systems. Beyond recognition, the ceremony inspired participants to view excellence not just as an individual milestone but as a collective responsibility.
By spotlighting these champions, the Expo underscored its mission as more than a trade event. It stands as a catalyst for transformation, innovation, and sustainable partnerships, shaping a healthier future for West Africa.
