ASLM 2026 is the African Society for Laboratory Medicine’s 7th Biennial Conference, convening leaders across laboratory medicine, public health, research, policy, and industry to advance integrated diagnostics for health security.
The African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM) is a pan‑African organization dedicated to strengthening laboratory medicine and healthcare diagnostics across Africa through leadership, advocacy, and coordinated technical support.
ASLM 2026 will convene global and African leaders in laboratory medicine, public health, research, policy, and industry to accelerate the adoption of integrated diagnostics approaches that support resilient health systems and effective responses to public health threats.
The conference will take place at the Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC) in Cape Town, South Africa, from 08–11 December 2026.
ASLM2026 is the premier platform bringing together laboratory professionals, policymakers, researchers, and partners to advance integrated diagnostics and strengthen health security across Africa.
Engage with cutting‑edge discussions on diagnostics, laboratory systems strengthening, genomics, AMR, and quality systems that directly inform policy and practice across Africa.
Build meaningful connections with laboratory leaders, ministries of health, regional institutions, global health partners, and industry shaping the future of laboratory medicine.
Contribute to continental and global dialogue that influences policy, investment, innovation, and long‑term impact in laboratory medicine.
High‑level plenaries and policy discussions bringing together continental and global leaders to address strategic priorities in diagnostics and health security.
Workshops and scientific sessions providing a platform for evidence sharing, practical learning, and discussion of innovations and best practices.
An exhibition and networking programme enabling engagement between participants, partners, and industry to strengthen collaborations and explore solutions.
Director
African Centre of Excellence for Genomics of Infectious Diseases (ACEGID)
Professor Christian Happi is a distinguished Professor of Molecular Biology and Genomics and Director of the Institute of Genomics and Global Health at Redeemer's University. He is currently an Adjunct Professor at the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health and a Visiting Professor at Harvard University's Department of Organismic and Evolutionary Biology. His work has been instrumental in advancing genomic surveillance and global health research in Africa.
CEO
National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS)
Professor Koleka Mlisana is the Chief Executive Officer of the National Health Laboratory Service (NHLS). She has served as Executive Manager for Academic Affairs, Research, and Quality Assurance at NHLS from July 2018 to April 2024. She is also a member of the Academy of Science of South Africa (ASSAf).
The Scientific Committee provides strategic oversight and technical leadership for the ASLM 2026 scientific programme, ensuring quality, relevance, and alignment with continental and global health priorities.
Head of Biosciences, KEMRI–Wellcome Trust Research Programme.
Laboratory Director, Harvard School of Public Health / Botswana Harvard Health Partnership
Senior Science Manager, African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM)
Director of Programs, African Society for Laboratory Medicine (ASLM)
Acting Director, Centre for Laboratory Diagnostics, Africa CDC
Chief Executive Officer, Africabio Enterprises, Liberia
Senior Technical Advisor for Laboratory Services, U.S. Department of State
Deputy Director General, International Vaccine Institute, Kigali, Rwanda
Independent Consultant
President, African Biological Safety Association (AfBSA), Morocco
Executive Sponsor.
Overall Coordinator
Lead: Scientific Program, Speakers, Abstracts, Satellites, Symposia & Scholarships
Member: Scientific Program, Speakers, Abstracts, Satellites, Symposia & Scholarships
Lead: Scientific Program, Speakers, Abstracts, Satellites, Symposia & Scholarships
Lead: Sponsorships, Exhibitions & Booths
Lead Comms, Branding & Marketing
Lead, Finance
Lead, Procurement & Logistics
Lead ICT
Key milestones and deadlines for registration, abstract submission, programme release, and the conference.
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