The 33rd Congress of the SNSA 2026

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The 33rd Congress of the Society of Neurosurgeons of South Africa takes place in 2026, bringing together leading neurosurgeons, specialists, & medical professionals for a world-class scientific programme, networking, and knowledge exchange.

In 2026, attending in person is not just about earning CPD points. It is about strengthening community, advancing excell...
05/03/2026

In 2026, attending in person is not just about earning CPD points. It is about strengthening community, advancing excellence, and shaping the future of neurosurgery together.

Join us at the 33rd Congress of the Society of Neurosurgeons of South Africa 2026.

REGISTER TODAY!
https://www.snsa-congress.co.za/

The 33rd Congress of the Society of Neurosurgeons of South Africa 2026 is proud to collaborate with respected internatio...
02/03/2026

The 33rd Congress of the Society of Neurosurgeons of South Africa 2026 is proud to collaborate with respected international and academic partners who strengthen the scientific depth and global reach of this meeting.

Our partners include:

Société Congolaise de Neurochirurgie (SCNC)
The Congolese Society of Neurosurgery, dedicated to advancing neurosurgical practice, education, and patient care within the Democratic Republic of Congo and across the African continent.

Deutsche Gesellschaft für Neurochirurgie (DGNC)
The German Society of Neurosurgery, one of Europe’s leading neurosurgical bodies, recognised for its research excellence, subspecialty expertise, and commitment to clinical innovation.

Brain Tumour and Translational Neuroscience Centre – University of Pretoria
A leading academic and research centre focused on advancing brain tumour research, translational neuroscience, and multidisciplinary collaboration in patient care.

Together, these partnerships reflect a shared commitment to advancing neurosurgical knowledge, fostering international collaboration, and strengthening clinical excellence.

REGISTER TODAY: https://www.snsa-congress.co.za/

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Hosting the 33rd Congress of the Society of Neurosurgeons of South Africa 2026 in Gauteng offers more than a meeting ven...
25/02/2026

Hosting the 33rd Congress of the Society of Neurosurgeons of South Africa 2026 in Gauteng offers more than a meeting venue. It provides an opportunity to engage in scientific excellence within a region that reflects progress, resilience, and global relevance.

🗓 23–26 July 2026
📍 Marriott Melrose Arch Hotel, Johannesburg
🎓 Hosted by: The Department of Neurosurgery, University of Pretoria

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The 2026 SNSA Congress is designed for those committed to excellence in patient care, continuous learning, and strengthe...
23/02/2026

The 2026 SNSA Congress is designed for those committed to excellence in patient care, continuous learning, and strengthening neurosurgical collaboration across South Africa, the continent, and beyond.

Join the conversation. Be part of the future of neurosurgery: https://www.snsa-congress.co.za/

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Join us for the 33rd Congress of the Society of Neurosurgeons of South Africa 2026.Hosted in Gauteng by the Department o...
13/02/2026

Join us for the 33rd Congress of the Society of Neurosurgeons of South Africa 2026.

Hosted in Gauteng by the Department of Neurosurgery at the University of Pretoria, this year’s Annual Scientific Meeting brings together leading local, continental, and international experts for a world-class scientific and social programme.

In partnership with the German Society of Neurosurgery (DGNC) and the Neurosurgical Society of the Democratic Republic of Congo, SNSA 2026 promises high-quality presentations, interactive discussions, and hands-on workshops that reflect the latest advances in neurosurgical practice.

We look forward to welcoming you.

The Society of Neurosurgeons of South Africa (SNSA) extends its deepest gratitude to all our sponsors and partners whose...
11/09/2025

The Society of Neurosurgeons of South Africa (SNSA) extends its deepest gratitude to all our sponsors and partners whose support made the SNSA 2025 Congress a resounding success.

Your commitment to innovation, collaboration, and advancing neurosurgical care ensures that this congress continues to be a premier platform for learning and growth.

A special thank you to:
Baroque Medical • Umsebe Healthcare • Nurture Health • Medrisk • iSpine • DISA Life Sciences • ETHIQAL • Selective Surgical • Cardaxes • SNT (Powered by Brainlab) • Lanoy Medical • SANeuro • ZEISS • Vertice • Precise • Intamed • Ottobock • Medtronic • Compass Medical • Ariste Health • Chronos Medical • Neurotronics • Royal Ortho • Maars Medical • And all our valued partners

Together, we are shaping the future of neurosurgery.
We look forward to welcoming you all to SNSA 2026 in Pretoria!

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗡𝗦𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮 𝗵𝘂𝗴𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀.Thank you, Durban!To our Speakers, Delegates, Sponsors and Ex...
02/09/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗸 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝗡𝗦𝗔 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗮 𝗵𝘂𝗴𝗲 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀.

Thank you, Durban!
To our Speakers, Delegates, Sponsors and Exhibitors - you made SNSA 2025 a huge success. From packed sessions and hands-on workshops to a buzzing exhibition floor, your energy and expertise moved our field forward.

We look forward to welcoming you again next year as we continue to learn, share and lead—together.
Pretoria, we’re coming your way.

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲: 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗨𝗹𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀.Thank you to everyone who joined our Post-Cong...
01/09/2025

𝗙𝗿𝗼𝗺 𝗣𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀 𝘁𝗼 𝗣𝗿𝗮𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗰𝗲: 𝗣𝗼𝘀𝘁-𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗨𝗹𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘀𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗱 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗸𝘀𝗵𝗼𝗽 𝗛𝗶𝗴𝗵𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁𝘀.

Thank you to everyone who joined our Post-Congress Half-Day Workshop: Use of Ultrasound in Neurosurgery.
A practical, hands-on deep dive into intra-operative ultrasound (IOUS) with skills teams can take straight into theatre.

What we covered:

✅Basic Principles of Ultrasound Use — Prof Llewellyn Padayachy

✅Hands-on: Basic Use & Knobology

✅Indications for IOUS in Neurosurgery — Dr. Shane Alexander

✅Practical Tips & Basic Techniques — Dr. Mohammed Awad

✅Advanced Diagnostic & Intra-operative Applications — Prof Llewellyn Padayachy

✅Hands-on: Navigation & Image Interpretation (Tumours, Hydrocephalus & Cysts)

A huge thanks to our expert faculty, our engaged delegates, and the team who made this interactive session possible.

30/08/2025

𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗮𝗺𝗲. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗤𝘂𝗶𝘇𝘇𝗲𝗱. 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗾𝘂𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗱 — 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝗴𝗿𝗮𝘁𝘀, 𝗚𝗮𝗻𝗴𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗲!

🏆 Congratulations to “Gangsters Paradise” from the University of Pretoria — winners of Quiz Night 2025!
Electric atmosphere. Rapid-fire answers. Serious bragging rights. If you missed it, the FOMO is real — the room was buzzing from first question to final cheer.

𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗡𝗦𝗔 𝟯𝟮Join us for an important sponsored session on the Funding of Unmet Medical Needs, proudly ...
29/08/2025

𝗕𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗸𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁 𝗦𝘆𝗺𝗽𝗼𝘀𝗶𝘂𝗺 𝗮𝘁 𝗦𝗡𝗦𝗔 𝟯𝟮

Join us for an important sponsored session on the Funding of Unmet Medical Needs, proudly brought to you by Umsebe Healthcare.

📌 Topics & Speakers:

Treatment Authorisation Delays by South African Medical Schemes — Dr N Siddi Ganie, Specialist Neurologist

Cost-effectiveness analysis of intrathecal baclofen: A South African Medical Scheme funding perspective — Dr JR Snyman, Clinical Pharmacologist

🎓 CPD Accredited: 1 Level 1 Ethics point

📅 30 August 2025
🕡 06:30 – 07:30
📍 The Premier Hotel Umhlanga, Durban

✨ Breakfast will be served.

Don’t miss this valuable morning discussion addressing critical funding challenges in healthcare, while also earning CPD points.


https://snsa-congress.co.za/

Just a reminder not to miss this sponsored lunch symposium today!𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗠 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 → 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗺𝘀: 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗰𝗦𝗗𝗛 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀...
29/08/2025

Just a reminder not to miss this sponsored lunch symposium today!

𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗠 𝗧𝗿𝗶𝗮𝗹 → 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗣𝗮𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗶𝗴𝗺𝘀: 𝗠𝘂𝗹𝘁𝗶𝗱𝗶𝘀𝗰𝗶𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗰𝗦𝗗𝗛 𝗦𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝗟𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵

Swap your lunchtime queue for an hour of cutting-edge knowledge. Dr Rohen Harrichandparsad will unpack the latest findings from the STEM trial and show how a truly multidisciplinary approach is changing the game in chronic subdural haematoma (cSDH) care.

What to expect

✅Real-world lessons on recognising & avoiding complications

✅Case-based discussion spanning Neurosurgery, Interventional Radiology, Neurology & Internal Medicine

Why attend?

cSDH is one of neurosurgery’s most common – and stubborn – challenges. Bringing the right minds together is the fastest route to better outcomes.

🗓 Friday, 29 August 2025
⏰ Lunch break
📍 Plenary Hall, SNSA Congress
💡 𝗕𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗯𝘆 𝗖𝗼𝗺𝗽𝗮𝘀𝘀 𝗠𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗰𝗮𝗹

Seats fill quickly; arrive early, plate in hand, and secure your spot for a lively, practice-shaping discussion.

https://snsa-congress.co.za/

𝗥𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 & 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝘁: 𝗶𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲́ ☕ Recharge between sessions at the iSpine Coffee CaféLocated on the ground floor and...
29/08/2025

𝗥𝗲𝗳𝘂𝗲𝗹 & 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝗲𝘁: 𝗶𝗦𝗽𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗖𝗼𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗲 𝗖𝗮𝗳𝗲́

☕ Recharge between sessions at the iSpine Coffee Café
Located on the ground floor and open to all Congress attendees, the iSpine Coffee Café is your go-to spot for a freshly brewed cup, a quick catch-up with colleagues, or a quiet moment to prep for your next session.

✅Freshly brewed coffee and comfortable seating

✅Easy meet-up point between talks and demos

✅Available throughout the Congress day

Proudly brought to you by iSpine. Swing by, refuel and get back to the programme refreshed.

Address

Premier Hotel Umhlanga
Durban
4000

Opening Hours

Monday 09:00 - 18:00
Tuesday 09:00 - 18:00
Wednesday 09:00 - 18:00
Thursday 09:00 - 18:00
Friday 09:00 - 18:00

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+27820991779

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