Botswana HIV Clinicians Society

10/02/2026

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Nede Ogetot,
Katlego Thabang Mabelebele

09/02/2026

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07/02/2026

06/02/2026

📢 CALL FOR ABSTRACTS

9th Botswana International HIV Conference 2026
Hosted by: Botswana HIV Clinicians Society (BHIVCS)
The Botswana HIV Clinicians Society invites researchers, clinicians, program implementers, policymakers, students, and community practitioners to submit abstracts for oral and poster presentations at the 9th Botswana International HIV Conference.

📅 Conference Dates: 13–15 August 2026
📍Botswana

🧠 Conference Theme
“Re-imagining HIV Response in Botswana: Sustainable Communities, Resilient Health Systems, and Tech-Driven Solutions for Ending the HIV Epidemic by 2030.”

📌 Conference Tracks
1️⃣ Financing, Partnerships & Policy for Sustainability
2️⃣ Strengthening Health Systems for HIV Integration
3️⃣ Community-Led Innovations for Sustainable Impact
4️⃣ Leveraging Technology & Data for HIV Response
5️⃣ Climate, Health & Sustainable HIV Programming
6️⃣ Toward Elimination – Prevention, Cure & New Frontiers

🗓 Abstract Call Timeline
📌 Call Opens: 1 February 2026
📌 Submission Deadline: 27 April 2026
📌 Review Period: 28 April – 20 June 2026
📌 Feedback to Authors: 21 June – 5 July 2026

📧 Submit abstracts to: bhivcs1@gmail.com
Contact 267 76 202 318 or +267 71823042

05/02/2026

📢 CME INVITATION | Botswana HIV Clinicians Society

The Botswana HIV Clinicians Society invites you to a Virtual Continuing Medical Education (CME) session focusing on an important and evolving clinical area.

🧠 Topic:
Major Neuro-Cognitive Disorders Due to HIV Infection

🎙 Speaker:
Dr Obadia Isaac
Head of Department, Psychiatry – Sekgoma Memorial Hospital
MBBS (University of Botswana) | MMed Psychiatry
Special interests: Forensic & Geriatric Psychiatry

📅 Date: 19 February 2026
⏰ Time: 19:00 – 20:00 hrs
💻 Platform: Virtual (Google Meet)

This session will enhance clinical understanding of HIV-related neurocognitive disorders and their management in practice.

📞 Contacts:
+267 76 202 318 / 71 823 042
📧 bhivcs1@gmail.com

🔗 Join us and be part of the conversation!
Google meet https://meet.google.com/vuu-utwd-yin

01/02/2026

📢 NOTICE
CHANGE OF CONTACT DETAILS

The Botswana HIV Clinicians Society (BHCS) wishes to inform all partners, stakeholders, delegates, sponsors, and members of the public that our official contact details have changed ahead of the:
9th Botswana International HIV Conference 2026
Please use the updated contact information below for all enquiries related to:

• Conference registration
• Abstract submissions
• Sponsorship & exhibitions

• General communication
📧 Email: bhivcs1@gmail.com
📞 Phone: +267 76202318

⚠️ Please note: Previous contact details are no longer in use.

06/01/2026

Great work

Congratulations 🎊🎈🎉 to the authors

This study examines patient experiences of segregated HIV services delivered through Infectious Disease Care Centres within public health facilities in Botswana. Patients experienced both challenges and benefits with segregated care. Integrated HIV and general medical services leveraging on positive aspects of IDCC care and counselling for patients is recommended, alongside capacitating healthcare workers with communication skills.

Read the full article here:https://sajhivmed.org.za/index.php/hivmed/article/view/1729

06/01/2026

✨ We’re Back. We’re Ready. We’re Research-Driven.
August 2026 is calling!
Join us as we unite clinicians, researchers, policymakers, and communities for a powerful HIV Research Conference that will shape the future of HIV response in Botswana.

Save the date. Spread the word. 🔬🌍

04/01/2026

📢 SAVE THE DATE | BOTSWANA INTERNATIONAL HIV CONFERENCE 2026

The Botswana HIV Clinicians Society (BHIVCS) is proud to announce the upcoming Botswana International HIV Conference 2026 — a premier platform bringing together clinicians, researchers, policymakers, partners, and advocates committed to ending HIV.

🗓 Date: 13th - 15th August 2026
📍 Venue: Gaborone, Botswana
🌍 Audience: Local, regional & international stakeholders

Join us as we convene to share evidence, innovation, best practices, and bold solutions shaping the future of HIV prevention, treatment, care, and health systems strengthening.

✨ Mark your calendars. More details coming soon!

01/01/2026

As we welcome the New Year, the Botswana HIV Clinicians Society extends sincere appreciation to all clinicians, partners, and stakeholders for your unwavering commitment to advancing HIV care, prevention, and treatment in Botswana.

May the New Year strengthen our collective resolve, inspire innovation, and deepen collaboration as we continue to work toward improved health outcomes and resilient communities.

We wish you a year filled with good health, renewed purpose, and professional fulfillment.

Happy New Year ✨
Botswana HIV Clinicians Society

30/12/2025

Festive Greetings from the Botswana HIV Clinicians Society 🎄✨

As we celebrate this festive season, we extend our heartfelt gratitude to all our clinicians and partners for your dedication, compassion, and commitment to improving the lives of those we serve. May this season bring you rest, joy, renewed strength, and hope for a healthier, brighter year ahead.

Warm wishes for a peaceful festive season and a prosperous New Year.

Botswana HIV Clinicians Society