Mwale Medical and Technology City (MMTC) team participated in a series of high-level side events promoting health equity, sustainable development, and strategic investment on the sidelines of the 80th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York.
The MMTC delegation, led by its visionary founder and principal investor, Julius Mwale, has been engaging with global health leaders, heads of state, philanthropists, and investors, presenting MMTC’s ambitious roadmap for transforming Africa’s healthcare infrastructure through cutting-edge medical innovation and integrated smart cities.
“Our vision to transform healthcare in Africa through technology, public-private partnerships, and sustainable infrastructure is being well received by the international community.
“As we expand to 12 countries and 18 smart cities across Africa by 2050, we are focused on bringing world-class, accessible healthcare to underserved populations while catalyzing economic growth,” said MMTC Founder Julius Mwale.
Founded in Butere, Kakamega County, Kenya, MMTC is a $2 billion community-owned, sustainable metropolis that has already positioned itself as a model for future African development.
Anchored by the state-of-the-art Hamptons Hospital, MMTC combines healthcare, technology, energy, and agribusiness within an ecosystem designed to support economic resilience and environmental sustainability.
Having successfully implemented the flagship project in Kenya, the MMTC team is now on an expansion drive aimed at replicating the model in 12 African countries, including Nigeria, Ghana, Rwanda, Zambia, South Africa, and the Democratic Republic of Congo, among others. Each smart city is designed to be self-sufficient, carbon-neutral, and equipped with modern healthcare infrastructure tailored to local needs.
Kenyan President William Ruto, who also addressed the event on Social participation in health equity and resilient societies at the the UNGA, praised Kenya’s Universal healthcare coverage that guarantees access to all, an initiative that’s core to MMTC mission of community sustainable ownership of resources and healthcare.
“The lesson is clear: Ownership matters, and when communities set prorities and monitor resources, reselience grows”. President Ruto said. He emphasized the need for sustainable financing for health systems which follows MMTC model of filling the gaps in funding left by the withdrawal of external healthcare funding.
At the 80th UN General Assembly, health equity has been a dominant theme, with world leaders recognizing that disparities in healthcare access continue to undermine progress toward the UN Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).
MMTC’s participation in events organized by the World Health Organization (WHO), UNAIDS, UN Economic Commission for Africa, and several philanthropic foundations has reinforced its position as a key driver of Africa’s health transformation.
During these sessions, MMTC representatives showcased their integrated approach.
Through subsidized services, MMTC’s hospitals serve both local populations and international patients, creating a healthcare model that is both inclusive and financially sustainable.
The city is utilizing artificial intelligence, telemedicine, and predictive analytics to reach remote communities and support preventative care.
The UNGA events have also provided an opportunity for MMTC to forge new partnerships.
Several countries and private sector actors have expressed interest in collaborating on MMTC’s continental expansion, including leading medical technology firms, climate finance investors, and African development banks.
In a side event hosted at the Africa Investment Forum pavilion, MMTC signed a preliminary cooperation agreement with a consortium of investors from the U.S., Europe, and the Middle East, aimed at co-financing three new smart cities in West Africa.
“This is more than a health initiative—it’s a movement. We are not just building hospitals; we are building futures, communities, and hope.
“Through innovation, inclusivity, and impact investment, MMTC is charting a new course for Africa,” Mwale said.
With Africa’s population expected to double by 2050 to nearly 2.5 billion, the continent faces both a challenge and an opportunity.
MMTC is aligning its mission with this demographic shift, aiming to provide the infrastructure necessary to support Africa’s next generation of entrepreneurs, doctors, scientists, and citizens.
In partnership with African governments, the African Union, and international organizations, MMTC is advancing a future in which no African is denied healthcare due to geography or income level.
As the 80th UNGA draws to a close, MMTC leaves New York with renewed global support and momentum.
Its next stops include investment forums in London, Dubai, and Lagos as the team continues to secure partnerships and resources for the next phase of its historic journey.
