SOLDA - Society on Liver Disease in Africa

19/04/2026

Today we celebrate World Liver Day!

Liver diseases affect millions of people worldwide, often progressing silently until it’s too late. But many of these conditions are preventable, and even reversible, with the right action!

From regular check-ups to healthier lifestyle choices, small steps today can make a lasting difference for liver health tomorrow.

To mark , join us for a free 60-minute webinar on 22 April 2026, where leading experts will explore the importance of regular liver check-ups, key liver health challenges, and how we can improve prevention and care.

🔗 Register here: https://bit.ly/4tXbOoh

16/04/2026

🌍 World Liver Day Webinar: Solid Habits, Strong Liver

Every year, 2 million lives are lost to liver disease—many of them preventable.

This , the campaign “Solid Habits, Strong Liver” reminds us that protecting liver health starts with simple, consistent actions: eating a balanced diet, staying active, reducing alcohol intake, and getting regular liver check-ups.

Join us next week for a webinar that brings these habits into focus through expert insights!

🗓 Wednesday, 22 April 2026
⏰ 15:00–16:00 (SAST)

What's on the agenda:
• Why Testing Builds Trust – The Importance of Liver Check-Ups - Mark Sonderup
• The Dynamic Spectrum of Steatotic Liver Disease - Wendy Spearman
• Importance of Antenatal HBsAg Screening and Long-Term Impact of Preventing HBV MTCT - Gibril Ndow
• The Patient’s Perspective on Challenges and Barriers to Adherence - Danjuma Adda

Take a step toward stronger liver health!

🔗 Register Here: https://bit.ly/4tXbOoh

17/02/2026

🚨 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵 𝗮𝘁 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲!

Behind every new screening strategy, every improved treatment pathway, and every step toward hepatitis elimination, there’s research that deserves to be heard.

The 𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 (𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗔) is calling for abstracts. If you’re working to improve liver health across Africa and beyond, this is your opportunity to present your work to a leading regional and international audience.

We welcome abstract submissions across a wide range of topics, including liver disease diagnostic tools, HBV and HCV prevention, testing, and treatment, hepatitis co-infections, and more.

Explore the full list of abstract topics below!

🗓 𝗔𝗯𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁 𝗱𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲: Friday, 19 June 2026

Planning to attend? 𝗧𝗼𝗺𝗼𝗿𝗿𝗼𝘄 𝗶𝘀 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗳𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝘁𝗼 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗲𝗮𝗿𝗹𝘆 𝗳𝗲𝗲. Don’t miss the reduced rate.

Find out more about this year's edition: https://bit.ly/3KnuzzX

21/01/2026

✨ It’s official: COLDA is back for its 9th edition!

The 𝟵𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 (𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗔) 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 will take place from 𝟭𝟳–𝟭𝟵 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 in 𝗔𝗱𝗱𝗶𝘀 𝗔𝗯𝗮𝗯𝗮, 𝗘𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗼𝗽𝗶𝗮.

Why COLDA 2026 matters:
• Insightful discussions on viral hepatitis, liver cancer, cirrhosis, metabolic and genetic liver disease, and emerging challenges
• A high-level scientific programme featuring keynote lectures, the latest research, abstract presentations, and expert-led sessions
• A unique platform for collaboration where regional and global perspectives meet to drive meaningful impact

𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 isn’t just a conference — it’s a platform for connection, collaboration, and progress in liver health across the continent.

🚨 Early bird registration is available until 𝟭𝟴 𝗙𝗲𝗯𝗿𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆!

🔗 Find out more: https://bit.ly/3KnuzzX

16/12/2025

The 9th edition of goes to Addis Ababa!

For the first time ever, this premier 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗼𝗻 𝗟𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮 (𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗔) will take place in the vibrant capital city of Ethiopia, from 17-19 September 2026!

Expect cutting-edge research, clinical advancements, and essential insights into liver disease prevention, diagnosis, and treatment in the African context. Engage with expert speakers, join interactive sessions, and connect with peers across the continent.

📢 Registration is Open!

Secure your spot early and enjoy discounted rates by registering before Wednesday, 18 February 2026!

🔗More info: https://bit.ly/3KnuzzX

Be part of shaping the future of liver disease research in Africa!

27/11/2025

to the 𝟴𝘁𝗵 𝗲𝗱𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 of 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗔 in Accra, Ghana!

From the opening session, it was clear this year’s meeting would be full of learning and lively discussion. Experts and attendees gathered to explore new research, exchange ideas, and address pressing challenges in across Africa.

The scientific program featured a wide range of topics, from epidemiology and diagnostics to innovative treatments and real-world clinical experiences, providing evidence to guide both research and patient care.

The collaborative sessions with leading organizations such as World Hepatitis Alliance, AASLD, and EASL - The Home of Hepatology also brought valuable global perspectives and enriched discussions that will continue to influence research and clinical practice.

Recordings from the presentations are now available online: https://bit.ly/4jzlPmt

📅 Mark your calendar for 𝗖𝗢𝗟𝗗𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲: 17–19 September in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia: https://bit.ly/3KnuzzX

15/10/2025

Happening next week!

Join us for the next SOLDA SIG Webinar as we unpack 𝗜𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗛𝗕𝗩 𝗚𝘂𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲𝘀 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗔𝗳𝗿𝗶𝗰𝗮.

🗓️ Monday, 20 October 2025 | 17:00 Central Africa Time

We’ll explore:
• Implementation considerations for integrated HB PMTCT
• Lessons learned from Uganda

The 1-hour session will wrap up with an interactive panel discussion where you can share thoughts and ask questions.

🔗 Registration is free, so don't miss it! https://bit.ly/3KMGeIx

24/09/2025

24/09/2025

18/09/2025

Feeling proud to be featured in this week’s EASL - The Home of Hepatology's highlight! 🙌

Our latest article was about in Africa and awareness of and access to diagnostic tests.

📖 Dive into the full JHEP Reports article and see what’s shaping management in Africa: https://www.jhep-reports.eu/article/S2589-5559(25)00173-9/fulltext

Understanding these gaps is key to improving early detection and care across the continent!

Reliable data on the prevalence of chronic HDV infection in Africa are limited. To address this, a multi-country survey was conducted across Africa to assess healthcare providers’ knowledge of HDV prevalence and the availability of diagnostic testing. This was complemented by a literature review o...

18/09/2025

The authors in today’s 📚 ran a survey on HDV infection in Africa and found that awareness of HDV prevalence and access to diagnostic tests is limited and suboptimal, though there is substantial regional variability.

Read here this JHEP Reports article: https://www.jhep-reports.eu/article/S2589-5559(25)00173-9/fulltext

Vall d'Hebron Barcelona Hospital Campus
Universitat Autònoma de Barcelona
Medical Education | Utrecht
جامعة عين شمس Ain Shams University | Cairo

11/09/2025

Coming up next week: the 8th Conference on Liver Disease in Africa (COLDA) 2025!

📅 18–20 September 2025
📍 Fiesta Royale Hotel, Accra, Ghana

Last week we walked you through Day 2. This week, we’re putting the focus on Day 3: hands-on parallel capacity-building sessions, abstract sessions dedicated to , , and carcinoma, and a special session co-organized with EASL - The Home of Hepatology on their new clinical practice guidelines for .

👉 Slide through to see the Day 3 lineup!

Registration is still open. Don’t miss the conversation at !

🔗 More info: https://bit.ly/4hFbmov

See you next week!