About the Event
The programme will explore key themes including biosafety, biosecurity, biorisk management, laboratory systems, policy development, emerging technologies, workforce development, and regional collaboration.
Conference Overview
ABBIC 2026 is a premier continental conference dedicated to strengthening biosafety, biosecurity, and biorisk management through knowledge sharing, collaboration, and innovation. The event will bring together diverse stakeholders to address opportunities and challenges facing Africa.
Conference Objectives
The conference aims to promote collaboration, strengthen technical capacity, facilitate knowledge exchange, and support the development of sustainable biosafety and biosecurity systems across the continent.
Knowledge exchange
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Capacity Building
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Networking
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Who Should Attend?
ABBIC 2026 is designed for biosafety and biosecurity professionals, public health practitioners, government representatives, researchers, industry stakeholders, students, and anyone committed to advancing health security in Africa.
Government & Policymakers
Laboratory Professionals
Academia & Researchers
Industry & Bioeconomy
Agenda Overview
Across five days, delegates will engage in keynote presentations, technical sessions, workshops, panel discussions, and networking opportunities designed to foster learning and collaboration.
Day 1
- Risk assessment methodologies
- Biosafety containment practices
- Laboratory security measures
Day 2
- Crisis communication planning
- Public health messaging
- Stakeholder engagement
Day 3
- Rapid response team training
- Field epidemiology
- PPE usage and protocols
Day 4
- Rapid response team training
- Field epidemiology
- PPE usage and protocols
Day 5
- Rapid response team training
- Field epidemiology
- PPE usage and protocols
Session Highlights
Participants can expect practical discussions, expert insights, case studies, and interactive sessions focused on strengthening biosafety and biosecurity systems and addressing emerging challenges.
Speakers
ABBIC 2026 will feature respected regional and international experts who bring diverse perspectives and extensive experience in biosafety, biosecurity, public health, and related disciplines.
