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22nd COSECSA Scientific Conference in Collaboration with Namibian Surgical Society

The College of Surgeons of East Central and Southern Africa (COSECSA) and The Namibian Surgical Society (NSS) in conjunction with the Ministry of Health and Social Service and the University of Namibia, invites you to the 22nd COSECSA and NSS events, Graduation and Scientific Conference

Theme: Timely Response to Current & Emerging Surgical Challenges on the Continent

Elaborate on the theme: what is current challenges (Trauma, cancer management, surgical infections, Anaesthesia) and what is emerging surgical challenges (Prof. Makasa – Global Surgery expert) (Timely access to access safe surgery, Access to minimal access surgery, UHC – Ministry of Health, affordability. International Federation of Surgical Colleges – The President, Catheren Chu, WISA

Venue: Safari Court Hotel, Windhoek

Dates: 5th – 9th December 2022

History of Namibia with COSECSA

Namibia is one of the 14 COSECSA Member countries. Namibia officially joined COSECSA in 2016 and has been an active member country ith the following activities been conducted.
  1. Namibia hosted the half-council meeting held in 2017.
  2. Namibia has 5 Accredited Hospitals.
  3. Namibia has a total of 13 Fellows whose 4 of them are Fellows by Examination.
  4. Namibia has a total of 22 surgeons who are on training currently.

Country Representatives & Coordinator

COSECSA-Namibia is currently under the leadreship of the two country representatives and one country coordinator namely:
  1. Dr. Celestine Mbangtang – MBBS(Ibadan); DA(Ibadan); MMed(Surgery) Zimbabwe; FRCS(Edinburgh); FCS(ECSA); FICS.
  2. Dr Akutu Munyika
  3. Ms. Salma Amia
You may reach out to them through: namibia@cosecsa.org & cc_namibia@cosecsa.org

Accomodation Details

Examiner’s Accommodation Details
  1. Accommodation Flier
Candidate’s Accommodation Details
  1. Accommodation Flier
  2. Rates for Hotel Pension Alexandre
  3. Rack Rates
  4. Service Information
  5. Transport Services

2022 COSECSA SCIENTIFIC CINFERENCE PROGRAM

Click here to access the programme

Pre-Conferences

Laparoscopic Pre-conference Workshop
  1. Flyer
  2. Overview Information
  3. Application Form
Fundamentals of Surgical Research Course and Scientific Writing Workshop
  1. Flyer
Hugh Greenwood Neonatal Surgical Skills Course
  1. Flyer
AO Alliance Course–Spine Fracture, Infections and Tumour
  1. Flyer
AO Alliance Course-Advanced Principles of Fracture Management
  1. Flyer

The sponsorship categories available are as follows

  • Platinum Sponsor: minimum N$ 320 000 (USD 20 000)
  • Gold Sponsor: N$ 160 000 (USD 10 000)
  • Silver Sponsor: N$ 80 000 (USD 5000)
  • Bronze Sponsor: N$ 56 000 (USD 3500)
  • Wooden Spoon- ≤ N$ 11 200 (USD 700)

Conference Sponsorship Opportunities

We invite you to participate at one of the following sponsorship levels.

Exclusive Platinum Sponsor:
  • Naming a session or reception after the sponsor
  • Prominent display of company logo in presentation rooms
  • Company logo included in the programme booklet
  • Exhibition space for the company during the whole meeting
  • 4 complimentary full registrations which includes attendance at all conference sessions and the Symposium reception and dinner
  • Acknowledgement of Platinum Sponsorship on all promotional material
  • Inclusion of leaflets, flyers and paraphernalia (e.g. writing pads, pencils, USB sticks) in
    Dialogue bag
  • Specific requests might be accommodated (upon further agreement)
Golden Sponsor:
  • Prominent display of company logo in presentation rooms
  • Company logo included in the programme booklet
  • Exhibition space for the company during the whole meeting
  • 2 complimentary full registrations which includes attendance at all conference sessions and
    the Symposium reception and dinner
  • Acknowledgement of Golden Sponsorship on all promotional material
  • Inclusion of leaflets, flyers and paraphernalia (e.g. writing pads, pencils, USB sticks) in
    Dialogue bag
Silver Sponsor:
  • The sponsors’ logo will be included on the programme
  • Company logo included in the programme booklet
  • Exhibition space for the company during the whole meeting
  • 1 complimentary full registration which includes attendance at all conference sessions and the Symposium reception and dinner
  • Acknowledgement of Silver Sponsorship on all promotional material
  • Inclusion of leaflets, flyers and paraphernalia (e.g. writing pads, pencils, USB sticks) in
    Dialogue bag
Bronze Sponsor:
  • Acknowledgement of Bronze Sponsorship on all promotional material
  • Inclusion of leaflets, flyers and paraphernalia (e.g. writing pads, pencils, USB sticks) in
    conference bag
Wooden spoon:
  • Company logo included in the conference programme booklet
  • Acknowledgement as wooden spoon sponsor on selected display

Sponsorship benefits

Networking with Conference Speakers

Expert speakers of the Congress will share their views and insights on the  conference topics. Their presence will be valuable to sponsors who wish to interact with them. Your representatives can network with key conference delegates to update their knowledge and understanding of your organization and services.

Strengthening your Corporate Image

Through this Congress, your company will be projected as an important player and leader committed to activities that benefit the Health of this nation and its development. The Medical Congress can also directly support your organization’s marketing efforts by offering brand positioning, and image association.

Sponsors should submit the signed letter of agreement and contribution no later than August 30th 2022, in order to facilitate inclusion in the printed Congress program as well as website.

Please send to:
aamunyika1980@gmail.com or namibianss@gmail.com

Sponsorship Agreement Form

Exhibition Application Form

2022 Scientific Conference Registration Fees

NOTE: All payments are subjected to additional 3% Bank charges  
Category Fees (USD)
Surgeon-COSECSA Fellow 150
Surgeons-COSECSA Overseas Fellow 300
Surgeon-non-COSECSA Fellow 250
Examiner and COSECSA Council Members 100
Surgeon Trainee and Medical Officers 75
Surgeon Trainee member of NSS 50
Non Surgeon Specialists based in Africa 100
Non Surgeon Specialist based outside Africa 150
Nurse or Student 30
Clinical Officer/Associate Member COSECSA 50
Non-medical participants 150
Namibian Surgeons who are members of NSS 80