The 10th Annual Conference will take place at the Garden Court Marine Parade in KwaZulu-Natal from 30 October – 1 November 2025.
REGISTRATION WILL OPEN ON 1 APRIL 2025
You can register for the conference through our official website. Early registration discounts are available until the 8th of August, so we encourage you to register early to take advantage of these rates.
Registration for full congress includes:
- Electronic e-Programme and Abstract Book.
- Conference bag.
- Arrival refreshments.
- Morning break refreshments.
- Lunches.
- Welcome reception.
- EXCLUDED: Workshop and Gala Dinner
Registration for day congress includes:
- Electronic e-Programme and Abstract Book.
- Conference bag.
- Arrival refreshments (on day of attendance).
- Morning break refreshments (on day of attendance).
- Lunch (on day of attendance).
- EXCLUDED: Welcome Reception, Workshop and Gala Dinner.
Registration for full congress accompanying person includes:
- Arrival refreshments.
- Morning break refreshments.
- Lunches.
- EXCLUDED: Attendance to Conference Sessions, Welcome reception and Gala Dinner.
ABSTRACT SUBMISSIONS HAVE CLOSED ON 30 JUNE 2025
The Programme Committee welcomes the submission of abstracts from around the world that make an original contribution to the field. The conference will consist of abstract-based oral and poster presentations, running in concurrent sessions.
INFORMATION ON POTENTIAL LATE-BREAK ABSTRACT SUBMISSION TO BE CONFIRMED.
We’re excited to welcome new sponsors!
Detailed information about sponsorship opportunities and benefits can be found on our Sponsors page.
For further inquiries, please contact our organisers at [email protected].
Yes, the conference will feature two social events, including a welcome reception and a gala dinner!
These events provide great networking opportunities in a relaxed and enjoyable setting.
Welcome Reception (included in your registration fee)
16h15 – Thursday 30 October
Gala Dinner Dinner at the unforgettable uShaka Marine World (optional at an additional fee of R550 which includes return transport, per person)
19h00 – Friday 31 October
Yes, cancellations are allowed but are subject to our cancellation policy.
Please refer to the Registration page for specific details regarding the cancellation process and deadlines.
ACCOMMODATION BOOKINGS WILL OPEN ON 1 APRIL 2025.
All accommodation bookings must be made on the online registration page, and not directly with the hotel in order to qualify for the discounted Conference Page.
We’d be happy to assist!
All requests can be sent to Nthabiseng Letsoalo at [email protected]
How can you get VISA invitation letter?
In order to receive a VISA Invitation letter, you need to be registered for the Conference as proof of registration is required to be submitted with your application.
The organiser will issue an official invitation letter for you to ease your visa application process. This letter will serve as confirmation of your participation in the conference and can be submitted along with your visa application to the embassy or consulate in your country.
We would require:
- Full names as in passport
- Date of Birth
- Nationality
- Passport Number
- Passport Expiry Date
All requests can be sent to Nthabiseng Letsoalo at [email protected]
For any additional questions or information, please contact the Conference Organisers
SAVETCON Event Management
Corné Engelbrecht – [email protected]
Nthabiseng Letsoalo – [email protected]
+27(0)71 587 2950