Explore the key trends shaping Kuwait's healthcare market in 2026 — from Vision 2035 investments and digital health transformation to private sector growth, hospital expansions, and pharmaceutical market opportunities.
Kuwait Healthcare Market: Key Trends for 2026
By Dina Ibrahim
Category: Digital Health
Executive Summary
Explore the key trends shaping Kuwait's healthcare market in 2026 — from Vision 2035 investments and digital health transformation to private sector growth, hospital expansions, and pharmaceutical market opportunities.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the size of Kuwait's healthcare market in 2026?
Kuwait's total healthcare budget for 2024/2025 is approximately $10 billion (11% of national budget), with the pharmaceutical market valued at $1.2 billion and the digital health market at $105 million (projected to reach $1.85 billion by 2030).
What is Kuwait Vision 2035's impact on healthcare?
Vision 2035 has allocated $608 million for hospital infrastructure (10 new builds/expansions), $56 million for digital transformation, and is driving private sector growth, international partnerships, and pharmaceutical self-sufficiency goals.
How fast is Kuwait's digital health market growing?
Kuwait's digital health market is growing at a 22.9% CAGR, from $105 million in 2024 to a projected $1.85 billion by 2030. Key drivers include hospital digitisation, telemedicine, and mobile health applications.