Faculty of Health Sciences and SAMRC collaborate to deliver the 2026 health sciences conference successfully
The Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Venda collaborated with the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC) to host the 2026 UNIVEN-SAMRC Health Sciences Conference. The event took place at 2Ten Hotel from 22 to 25 April 2026, under the theme “Collaborative care for Healthier Futures.” The conference showcased thirteen posters and highlighted collaborative efforts to advance health research and community health outcomes.
Introduction
The Faculty of Health Sciences recently organised the Health Sciences Conferences in collaboration with the South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC). This Conference took place at 2Ten Hotel from 22-25 April 2026 under the theme: ‘Collaborative care for Healthier Futures’. During this Conference, thirteen (13) posters were presented and discussed, reflecting a range of health research topics and collaborative approaches to improving health outcomes in the community.
Detailed list
- Place: 2Ten Hotel, University of Venda
- Dates: 22–25 April 2026
- Event: 2026 UNIVEN-SAMRC Health Sciences Conference
- Theme: Collaborative care for Healthier Futures
- Organisers: Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Venda
- Partner organisation: South African Medical Research Council (SAMRC)
- Participants: Researchers and students from UNIVEN and SAMRC bodies
- Presentations: Thirteen posters presented and discussed during the conference
- Story provided by: Vhonani Maumela
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The 2026 UNIVEN-SAMRC Health Sciences Conference brought together researchers, academics and students to share knowledge, discuss current health challenges, and explore collaborative solutions. Hosted by the Faculty of Health Sciences at the University of Venda in partnership with the South African Medical Research Council, the event ran from 22 to 25 April 2026 at the 2Ten Hotel. The conference emphasised collaborative care for healthier futures, a theme that underlined the importance of teamwork across disciplines and institutions to improve health outcomes in communities. A total of thirteen posters provided a snapshot of ongoing research, innovations and community health initiatives, sparking conversations about practical applications and potential partnerships.
Community involvement and benefits were central to the conference, with researchers outlining how their work could translate into community health improvements. Attendees explored how interdisciplinary collaboration, capacity building, and the sharing of best practices can strengthen health systems and service delivery. The event also highlighted opportunities for community members to engage with researchers, participate in ongoing studies, and access information and resources developed through the research.
Participants and community stakeholders were encouraged to stay engaged with UNIVEN’s health sciences initiatives and to consider future partnerships that can extend the reach of health research into local settings. The conference provided a platform for dialogue, networking, and the potential for joint projects that address local health priorities and improve the well-being of residents. For more about UNIVEN news and updates, readers can visit the university’s news portal.
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