ABH Partners and Jimma University Conclude Successful Three-Day Exhibition at MedEdAfrica 2026

Concluding a dynamic three-day engagement at the Ethiopian Skylight Hotel, the joint delegation from ABH Partners and Jimma University wrapped up a highly successful run as official exhibitors at the second edition of MedEdAfrica 2026.

Hosted by the Consortium of Medical Schools–Africa (COMS-A) and the Ministry of Health, Ethiopia, the continental conference drew over 800 medical educators, policymakers, researchers, and development partners from across Africa.

Showcasing a Pioneering Public-Private Partnership Model

Throughout the three-day event, the ABH Partners-Jimma University booth served as a vibrant hub for collaboration. The exhibition put a spotlight on their strategic Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model, illustrating how cooperative frameworks can expand pathways for growth, innovation, and institutional excellence in health sciences education.

Discussions across the multi-day conference covered the full scope of their collaborative work.

• Large-Scale Impact: Demonstrating ABH Partners' capacity to support large-scale health and research projects extending well beyond traditional classroom boundaries.
• Academic & CPD Advancement: Highlighting expanding postgraduate programs alongside dedicated, high-impact Continuing Professional Development (CPD) and e-learning tracks.
• Milestones in Healthcare: Sharing updates on modern academic facilities and celebrating the milestone opening of Ethiopia’s second Eye Bank Center, reflecting Jimma University's dedication to medical excellence.
• Community-Based Education: Showcasing Jimma University's flagship commitment to Community-Based Education (CBE) and community service.
• Cross-Border Scalability: Highlighting successful collaborative efforts with regional institutions, including Hargeisa University, as a benchmark for scalable academic cooperation outside local areas.

Building Continental Networks

The exhibition floor welcomed a diverse stream of visitors, including government officials, university executives, faculty members, medical students, and fellow exhibitors. These interactions facilitated deep exchanges of ideas regarding the future of health professions education and research systems in Africa.

As the conference concluded, ABH Partners was honored with a Certificate of Recognition.

About MedEd Africa

The MedEdAfrica Conference provides a dedicated continental platform for dialogue, collaboration, and innovation in health professions education. Building on the momentum of the inaugural 2025 convening in Kigali, Rwanda, which welcomed 750+ attendees from across the continent, MedEd Africa 2026 took place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, co-hosted by the Consortium of Medical Schools Africa (COMS-A) and the Ministry of Health, Ethiopia. The 2026 edition marks the launch of the "Innovation Era" where educators, clinicians, technologists, and institutions align to transform the continental healthcare training framework. The exhibition serves as a critical pillar of this vision.