Abstract/symposium submission opens
12/10/2025
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OCT
On behalf of the International Society for Pharmacoepidemiology (ISPE), the Africa Regional Interest Group (AfRIG) and the Medicines Utilizations Research in Africa (MURIA) Group, we welcome you to ISPE AfRIG and MURIA’s 5th Annual Conference on Pharmacoepidemiology in Africa, which is taking place in Accra, Ghana 20-22 April 2026.
A big thank you to the Local Host Committee and the Scientific Program Committee for their commitment and dedication, and for developing an outstanding program.
This year’s conference is themed: “African data, African solutions: Harnessing real-world evidence for safer medicines, vaccines and health technologies. The sub-theme is: “Using Epidemiology to Support the WHO Goal of Global Reduction in Chronic Diseases”. The conference features pioneers of the field of Pharmacoepidemiology and includes world-renowned speakers, teachers and researchers, and promises an exciting package of foundational and advanced training in Pharmacoepidemiology, Pharmacovigilance, Drug Utilization Research, abstract and poster presentations, as well as thought-provoking topics in plenary and symposia sessions.
A special highlight of the conference is the “Presidents’ Forum”, a once in a lifetime live panel discussion of ISPE presidents (past, present, and future), to give the audience a panoramic view of the origins of the field of Pharmacoepidemiology, ISPE, key organizational initiatives, accomplishments, and vision, and to provide an opportunity for audience interaction with the panelist. We hope you enjoy every session of the conference.
On behalf of the Local Host Committee, it is my great pleasure to welcome you to the 5th Annual ISPE AfRIG Conference on Pharmacoepidemiology in Africa, taking place in the heart of West Africa – Accra, Ghana.
This conference jointly organized by the International Society for Pharmacoepidemiology (ISPE) African Regional Interest Group (AfRIG) and the Medicines Utilization Research in Africa (MURIA) network, reflects our shared commitment to advancing the science and practice of pharmacoepidemiology across the African continent. Together, we have curated a dynamic scientific program that addresses the evolving health priorities of our region.
This year’s event highlights the growing momentum across Africa to generate and apply real-world evidence to improve the safety and effectiveness of medicines, vaccines, and health technologies. It brings together a diverse and distinguished community of researchers, clinicians, regulators, academics, and public health leaders.
We are excited to offer a rich lineup of keynote lectures, thought-provoking plenaries, scientific symposia, oral and poster sessions, and hands-on capacity-building workshops. The conference provides an ideal platform to explore cutting-edge pharmacoepidemiological methods, strengthen regional and global collaborations, and share impactful research that will advance the practice of pharmacoepidemiology across Africa. It is also a valuable opportunity for early-career scientists to showcase their work and engage with leading experts in the field.
Accra offers the perfect blend of energy, history, and hospitality, and we are thrilled to host you in this remarkable city. Whether you’re joining us for the first time or returning, we invite you to engage deeply, share boldly, and help shape a future where African data drives Africa solutions for safer, evidence-driven healthcare in Africa that serve our populations best.
We look forward to welcoming you to what promises to be an intellectually stimulating and culturally enriching gathering.
