Introduction
- Theme: Surgery in the Era of Antimicrobial Resistance.
- Dates: December 3dr-4th, 2026
- Venue: Bingu International Convention Center, Lilongwe, Malawi
You are invited to submit your abstracts for oral presentations or posters for the 26th COSECSA Scientific Conference organized by the Surgical Associations of Malawi (SAM). This event will bring together surgical educators, trainees, policymakers, and healthcare leaders to explore innovative, inclusive, and sustainable approaches to surgical training in Africa.
Submission Guidelines
- Deadline for Abstract Submission: August 30st, 2026.
- Language: Abstracts should be submitted in English
- Word Limit: Maximum 250 words
Note
All submissions will be peer-reviewed. Selected abstracts and posters will be presented during parallel sessions, followed by expert-led panel discussions. These abstracts will also be published in the ECAJS.
Authors of accepted abstracts will be notified by October 15th, 2026
For more information, contact:
Dr Gift Mulima – Scientific Committee Chair – Malawi
Email: gmulima@gmail.com
Dr Godfrey Sama – COSECSA Research Coordinator – Arusha
Email: rpo.coordinator@cosecsa.org