About the Event

The ISoP Africa chapter meeting, will gather over 300 pharmacovigilance experts, regulators, and industry professionals to discuss “Opportunities and key challenges for enhancing patient safety in Africa“.

Patient Safety First: Strengthening Continental Pharmacovigilance Collaboration through the African Medicines Agency

Subthemes:

  • Patient-Centred Pharmacovigilance and Community Engagement
  • Digital Transformation and Data Science in Pharmacovigilance
  • Pharmacovigilance Across the Product Lifecycle and Innovation in PV
  • Strengthening PV Systems, Regulation & Governance
  • Global and Regional Partnerships for Africa’s PV Future

Abstract Submission is NOW OPEN – please make sure that you read the Guidelines carefully before making an application

ISoP Africa Chapter 2026 Annual Meeting

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Objectives

The specific objectives of this meeting are to:

  • Share current knowledge on pharmacovigilance and patient safety issues of interest within and outside the continent
  • Discuss strategies for coordinating pharmacovigilance regulations and practices to enhance patient safety on the continent.
  • Provide mentorship and career advancement opportunities for young PV professionals
  • Provide further networking and collaboration opportunities for professionals and experts in pharmacovigilance.

Conference Details

The meeting will host over 300 pharmacovigilance enthusiasts within and from outside the continent and will be held from May 18th – 20th 2026 in Windhoek, Namibia.  Several issues related to enhancing pharmacovigilance practices in Africa will be covered through presentations, panel discussions, and oral and poster presentations.

As a key stakeholder in the success of pharmacovigilance in Africa, we solicit the support of your organization in making this event a success by inviting you to subscribe to one or more of our sponsorship packages or directly sponsor different activities for the meeting. Below, you will find the sponsorship packages and other activities that you can support at this meeting.

Conference Venue:

Windhoek International Convention Centre

The conference venue is strategically situated within walking distance of the prestigious Mövenpick and Mercure hotels, which provide great accommodation options for the delegates.

The Complex’s prime location offers easy access to the city’s key attractions, business districts, and transport hubs, providing event attendees with a comprehensive Windhoek experience.

The Convention Centre is located approximately 4km from the bustling city centre, on the southern outskirts of Windhoek.

Eros Airport, which serves domestic and charter flights,
is right next door, while Hosea Kutako International Airport
is just a 25-minute drive away.

Accommodation

List of Hotels within walking distance of the Conference Venue

Abstract Guidelines

Please read the Guidelines carefully before making an application

Scientific Committee

Meet the Scientific Committee for this 2026 conference

Visa Information

Visa and Entry Information for Namibia