COSECSA

ONLY 13 DAYS LEFT!

The clock is ticking! There are just 13 days remaining to submit your abstract for the 26th COSECSA Scientific Conference.

Join colleagues from across the region in Lilongwe, Malawi, as we explore:

“Surgery in the Era of Antimicrobial Resistance”

• 3rd - 4th December 2026
• Bingu International Convention Centre, Lilongwe, Malawi
• Abstract submission deadline: 31st August 2026

This is your opportunity to share your research, showcase your work and contribute to the discussion shaping the future of surgery in our region.

Submit now - follow the link:
https://bit.ly/3U3GGXn

Don’t miss the deadline!

COSECSA–UGHE Lecture Series | Vascular Surgery

Join us for the next session of the COSECSA–UGHE Lecture Series featuring Dr. Nebyou Seyoum, Senior Consultant in General and Vascular Surgery, as he presents on: Vascular Trauma

• Wednesday, August 19, 2026

• 2:30 PM EAT | 1:30 PM CAT

Join the session:

https://bit.ly/4sym0Db

Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from an experienced vascular surgeon and educator.

COSECSA is inviting submissions for the 2026 Lindsay Stewart Prize, recognising the best scientific paper presented by a trainee at the COSECSA Conference in Lilongwe, Malawi, on 3rd -4th December 2026.

Open to young surgeons registered in a COSECSA Training Programme, the prize, a medal and £1,000 is awarded in collaboration with the Royal College of Surgeons of Edinburgh at the conference's closing ceremony.

Recognising outstanding trainee research is central to strengthening surgical training capacity across East, Central and Southern Africa. Eligible papers must be original, accepted for oral presentation, and presented in person by the first author.

Deadline: 15th October 2026. For more information and how to apply :

https://bit.ly/3TW5yjW

Global Surgery Research Methodology Course 2026

Build your research skills with COSECSA’s interactive online programme covering research methods, study design, data analysis, proposal development, ethics, publication and peer review.

• 28th August – 23rd October 2026

• 3:00–5:00 PM EAT

Click the Link to Register: https://bit.ly/4qhLrst

For more information: https://bit.ly/4gafM7r

The COSECSA–UGHE Lecture Series continues with an insightful session on Chronic Vascular Occlusion, featuring Becky Sandford, Consultant Vascular Surgeon.

• Wednesday, August 12, 2026
• 2:30 PM EAT / 1:30 PM CAT

Join us for an engaging session exploring the principles and management of chronic vascular occlusion.

Join the lecture: https://bit.ly/4sym0Db

Join us for the next session of the COSECSA–UGHE Lecture Series featuring Prof. Girma Teferra, who will present on Acute Vascular Occlusion.

• Date: Wednesday, August 5th , 2026

• Time: 2:30 PM EAT / 1:30 PM CAT

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an experienced expert and engage in an insightful session on acute vascular occlusion.

Join the lecture: https://bit.ly/4sym0Db

Join us for the next session of the COSECSA–UGHE Lecture Series, featuring Dr. Nebyou Seyoum presenting on Vascular Trauma.

Date: 29th July 2026
Time: 2:30 PM EAT / 1:30 PM CAT
Join via: https://bit.ly/4sym0Db

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an experienced expert and engage with colleagues across the region.

COSECSA–UGHE Global Cancer Lecture Series
Join us for the next session of our lecture series featuring
Dr. Aaron M. Cheng, who will present on:

Thoracic Trauma: Principles

📅 22 July 2026
🕝 2:30 PM EAT | 1:30 PM CAT

Don't miss this opportunity to learn from an expert and gain valuable insights into the principles of managing thoracic trauma.
Join the lecture: https://bit.ly/4sym0Db

The 2027 COSECSA Admission Window is NOW OPEN!

Advance your surgical career through competency-based training, internationally recognized qualifications, scholarships, and a network of accredited trainers.

Deadlines:

• MCS Registration: 31st Oct 2026

• FCS Registration: 31st Dec 2026

Scan the QR Code below or Apply now by Clicking the link: https://bit.ly/44tjBiU

COSECSA–UGHE Global Cancer Lecture Series

Join us for another engaging session featuring Prof. Ahmed ElSayed as he presents on:

Open Heart Surgery

📅 Wednesday, 8 July 2026

🕝 2:30 PM EAT | 1:30 PM CAT

This lecture will explore key concepts and current practices in open heart surgery, providing valuable learning opportunities for surgeons, trainees, fellows, medical students, and other healthcare professionals Register and join: https://bit.ly/4sym0Db

We look forward to welcoming you to another insightful session in the COSECSA–UGHE Global Cancer Lecture Series.