The Ministry of Health (MISAU) will hold, from April 15 to 17 in Maputo, the first national conference on digital health, an initiative aimed at boosting the modernization of the health system through the adoption of technological solutions, according to the Mozambique News Agency.
According to the agency, the event, which will take place under the theme “Digital Health: Technological Innovation Driving Better Health Outcomes,” comes at a time of growing demand for healthcare services and the need to make the system more efficient.
Speaking at a press conference, the National Director of Planning and Cooperation at MISAU, José Manuel, highlighted that the initiative represents a milestone for the sector.
“This event is a historic milestone for our health sector, as it highlights the need to modernize the National Health System in delivering care to the population,” said José Manuel.
According to the official, the conference is aligned with the Government’s strategy to promote digital transformation, facilitating citizens’ access to public services, including healthcare. José Manuel explained that the goal is to ensure that users can benefit from more accessible services, including without the need for physical presence at healthcare facilities.
The meeting is expected to bring together national and international experts, private sector representatives, development partners, and academic institutions, with a view to identifying technological solutions applicable to the health system.
Around eight thematic panels are planned, focusing on the digitalization of services, with particular emphasis on issues such as financing and sustainability.
In addition to the debates, the event will include a technology exhibition and a hackathon aimed at encouraging the development of innovative digital solutions for the sector.
“This is an opportunity for different stakeholders to come together, exchange experiences, and find mechanisms to accelerate the implementation of digital health in the country,” José Manuel added.
The conference is funded by the World Bank and is expected to gather hundreds of participants.
According to MISAU, around 490 participants, both national and international, have already registered, demonstrating the growing interest in digital health in Mozambique.
In the country, some digitalization initiatives are already underway, although still at an early stage, such as at Mavalane General Hospital, where a digital patient monitoring system is being implemented.
There are expectations that these solutions will be expanded to dozens of healthcare units, helping to improve service efficiency and the management of clinical information.
According to José Manuel, digitalization may also expand access to specialized medical services remotely, enabling new forms of healthcare delivery.
However, he acknowledged that implementing these solutions requires significant efforts in terms of regulation and professional training.
He indicated that around 74,000 health workers are expected to benefit from training to use the new digital platforms, ensuring the effectiveness of the ongoing transformation.
Source: Diário Económico
