Welcome
Welcome to the CANECSA & SAZ Annual Scientific Conference 2026.
Hosted by the Society of Anaesthesiologists of Zambia (SAZ) in partnership with the College of Anaesthesiologists of East, Central and Southern Africa (CANECSA), the conference will bring together healthcare professionals, researchers, educators, trainees, and industry partners to exchange knowledge, showcase research, and advance excellence in anaesthesia and critical care.
Join us in Lusaka for five days of scientific sessions, practical workshops, networking and collaboration as we work together to improve patient care across Africa.
Conference Theme
“Along the Patient Pathway: Building Systems for Safe Anaesthesia and Critical Care”
This year’s theme focuses on strengthening healthcare systems, advancing patient safety, and promoting innovation throughout the perioperative and critical care journey.
Scientific Sub-Themes
The Scientific Committee welcomes discussions, research, and innovations under the following thematic areas:
- Preoperative Assessment and Optimisation
- Safe Intraoperative Care and Crisis Management
- Postoperative Recovery and Critical Care
- Patient Safety , quality improvement and Systems Strengthening
- AI, Digital Health and Innovation
Scientific Programme
The conference will feature a rich and engaging scientific programme designed to promote knowledge exchange, clinical excellence, and professional development.
Delegates should expect:
- Distinguished keynote speeches from internationally recognized experts
- Scientific plenary sessions
- Panel discussions on emerging issues in anaesthesia and critical care
- Oral and poster presentations
- Interactive workshops and simulation-based learning
- Industry exhibitions showcasing the latest technologies and innovations
- Networking events and collaborative forums
Special emphasis will be placed on translating research into practice and strengthening collaboration among clinicians, educators, researchers, policymakers, and healthcare institutions across the region.
Hands-on Workshops
The conference will offer practical workshops designed to strengthen clinical competence through interactive learning and simulation.
Planned workshops include:
- Ultrasound-Guided Regional Anaesthesia
- Difficult Airway Management
- Paediatric Pain Management
- Obstetric Anaesthesia
- Advanced Resuscitation Training
- High-Fidelity Simulation in Anaesthesia and Critical Care
These workshops provide participants with valuable opportunities to enhance practical skills under the guidance of experienced faculty.
Why Attend?
By attending the CANECSA & SAZ Annual Scientific Conference 2026, delegates will have the opportunity to:
- Learn from internationally respected experts
- Present original scientific research
- Earn valuable professional development experience
- Discover emerging technologies and innovations
- Participate in hands-on clinical workshops
- Expand professional networks across Africa and beyond
- Collaborate on solutions that improve patient safety and healthcare quality
- Contribute to strengthening anaesthesia and critical care systems across the region
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Abstract Submission Guidelines
Authors are invited to submit original scientific abstracts relevant to the conference theme. Abstracts should be written in clear, concise English and should not exceed the prescribed word limit (typically 250–300 words). The submission should present unpublished work and accurately summarize the research.
The abstract should include the following components:
- Title: A concise and informative title reflecting the study.
- Background: Briefly describe the research problem, its significance, and the knowledge gap.
- Objective(s): Clearly state the aim(s) of the study.
- Methods: Summarize the study design, setting, participants, data collection methods, and analytical approach.
- Results: Present the principal findings, including key quantitative or qualitative outcomes where applicable.
- Conclusion: Highlight the main conclusions, implications, and recommendations based on the findings.
- Keywords: Provide 3–5 relevant keywords.
Abstracts should explained abbreviations unless otherwise specified by the conference. All submissions should adhere to the prescribed formatting requirements and demonstrate scientific rigor, originality, clarity, and relevance to the conference theme. Authors are responsible for ensuring the accuracy of the submitted information and compliance with applicable ethical standards, including approval by relevant ethics committees where required.
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