INSIDE AFRICA's SURGICAL SCENE
Inside Africa’s Surgical Scene highlights the breadth of educational and professional activities shaping surgical practice across the continent. This page brings together CMEs, conferences, workshops, surgical camps, and key meetings, curated to support continuous learning, collaboration, and professional development. It serves as a practical guide for surgeons and trainees seeking to stay informed, engaged, and connected within Africa’s dynamic surgical landscape.
To have your surgical events, courses, or camos featured in the Surgical Scene Section of the Annals of African Surgery, click here to submit your details.
Fellowship Opportunities
The MCh/MMed International Training Fellowship (ITF) Scheme
The MCh/MMed International Training Fellowship (ITF) Scheme is a two-year, part-time programme developed by Wrightington, Wigan and Leigh Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust (WWL) in collaboration with Edge Hill University Medical School. Designed for experienced international clinicians who have already attained postgraduate qualifications, the fellowship combines UK postgraduate study with clinical experience within the National Health Service (NHS), offering pathways in either Master of Surgery (MCh) or Master of Medicine (MMed).
The programme integrates clinical research, evidence-based practice, work-based clinical learning and a dissertation, with teaching delivered through lectures, seminars, workshops, simulation and guided independent study. While the fellowship does not itself lead to UK consultant status or CCT/CESR, the competencies gained can contribute to future applications to UK training programmes or the Portfolio Pathway.
Access the full course brochure here:
Upcoming Conferences
International Congress on Innovations in Global Surgery (ICIGS)
We invite you to participate in the International Congress on Innovations in Global Surgery (ICIGS) 2027 and the 21st ASOU Annual Scientific Conference, place in Kampala, Uganda, from 23–25 March 2027! We welcome submissions from students, trainees, researchers, engineers, and innovators worldwide, centered on the theme "Advancing Surgical Equity and Innovations in Africa." submissions will be accepted from 1 July 2026 until 30 September 2026. Available categories include Short Paper (Oral or Poster) and Innovation Showcase & Surgical Landscape Exhibition. For more and to submit your abstract, please visit:
Orthopedic Oncology and Limb Reconstruction Conference
Mark you calendars!!!
We are excited to welcome you all to St Lukes Orthopaedic and Trauma Hospital this October 1st to 3rd for a very exciting, interactive and practical Oncology course.
We have international faculty lined up too.
Limited slots available!!!
Scan QR Code on Poster to Register
East African Spine Summit
Registrations are now open for the East African Spine Summit.
5 to 6 November 2026 | Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Two days of practical, case-based spine education, delivered with CURE Ethiopia and Addis Ababa University and endorsed by the Ethiopian Society of Orthopaedics and Traumatology (ESOT) and the Society of Ethiopian Neurological Surgery Professionals (SENSP).
The programme spans paediatric spinal deformity and dysraphism, degenerative spine, and adult spinal trauma and rehabilitation, led by course directors Mekdim Tsegaye and Tim Nunn alongside faculty drawn from across the region and beyond.
Designed for orthopaedic spine surgeons, neurosurgeons and senior trainees, and built around imaging review, case panels and structured debate rather than passive lecturing.
To register, please click here.
Upcoming Workshops
Global Laparoscopic Advancement Program (GLAP)
The Global Laparoscopic Advancement Program (GLAP) will take place May 17–21, 2027, in collaboration with Kijani Laparoscopy, at the Kijani Laparoscopic Training Center, Gigiri Courtyard, Nairobi.
The program offers:
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Online curriculum and virtual simulation sessions
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International academic-surgeon mentorship
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A 4-day hands-on in-person training program
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FLS test preparation and an FLS Test voucher
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Opportunities for live surgery sessions, depending on site availability
Registration fee: US$1,000, including the FLS Test voucher.
Space is limited and confirmed on a first-come,
first-served basis
East Africa’s First Aesthetic Gynaecology Masterclass
East Africa’s First Aesthetic Gynaecology Masterclass brings together world-renowned international and regional experts to deliver advanced training in both surgical and non-surgical intimate wellness procedures. Hosted at 3rd Park Hospital in Parklands, Nairobi, this course empowers medical professionals with cutting-edge techniques and practice-building solutions.
See poster for additional details.
Upcoming Courses
Training Opportunity: Introduction to Scientific Writing
BIO Ventures for Global Health (BVGH) and the American Society for Microbiology (ASM) are hosting a 10-session digital training program on scientific writing, beginning September 3, 2026.
Topics include manuscript development, journal selection, writing manuscript sections, figures and tables, authorship and ethics, publication processes, and the use of AI in scientific writing.
Each session includes a 60-minute presentation and 30-minute Q&A.
Certificates of Completion and Certificates with Merit are available based on attendance and exam performance.
Open to scientists and healthcare professionals.
SURGhub
SURGhub is a free, United Nations-backed digital learning platform dedicated to advancing global surgical education.
Bringing together high-quality courses from leading international partners, SURGhub enables surgeons, residents, anaesthetists, nurses, obstetric providers, and other members of the surgical workforce to learn, connect, and earn certificates from anywhere in the world.
Explore the platform and access its growing catalogue of educational resources at :https://www.surghub.org
Building a Safe Surgery Culture (Self-Paced)
Building a Safe Surgery Culture (Self-Paced) is a free online course from the World Bank Open Learning Campus that equips healthcare professionals with practical tools to implement World Health Organization (WHO)-recommended safe surgery practices.
Covering patient safety before, during, and after surgery, the course emphasizes effective teamwork, communication, compliance monitoring, and the development of a strong culture of surgical safety to improve patient outcomes.
Designed for all hospital personnel involved in patient safety, the course is available here:
One Surgery Academy
The One Surgery Academy is a 100% free, open-access online educational platform dedicated to teaching all aspects of global surgery. Founded as part of a non-profit initiative, it focuses on bridging healthcare gaps by providing handcrafted educational resources, surgical tracking logs, and curated medical courses tailored for clinicians in low- and middle-income countries
Click the link above to explore courses.
International HPB Surgery School
For education enthusiasts:
International HPB Surgery School is a virtual educational platform where basic and advanced courses in HPB Surgery are delivered by experienced surgeons.
The program includes 100 planned lectures for general surgeons and residents who aimed to increase their knowledge in HPB surgery. The lectures cover all aspects of liver, pancreas, and biliary system surgery. Experienced surgeons deliver the live sessions, sharing their knowledges directly. The lectures began in May 2024 and are scheduled to finish in November 2026. It is designed to provide high-quality HPB education accessible to everyone worldwide.
Completely FREE!
Registration is mandatory…