ICAN-Infection Control Africa Network

12/06/2026

📢 Webinar Announcement

Challenges and Perspectives on Multidrug‑Resistant Infections in Critically Ill Patients
📆23 June 🕛14.00 - 16.00 CET

Register 🔗https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IHnpEOMTTZSuioy0WabxsA?fbclid=IwY2xjawSY6GRleHRuA2FlbQIxMABzcnRjBmFwcF9pZBAyMjIwMzkxNzg4MjAwODkyAAEewDSMdHf6Yh6p61OfXmHDmau_f7oO5LLfMnbM6T4vrpekIDegs6VEetQx0ng_aem_j64SbN8v-vpYh9J5zrfykw #/registration

📢 Webinar Announcement

Challenges and Perspectives on Multidrug‑Resistant Infections in Critically Ill Patients
📆23 June 🕛14.00 - 16.00 CET
Organised by the ESCMID Study Group for Infections in Critically Ill Patients (ESGCIP) and the ISAC Working Group on Infections in the ICU and Sepsis

This joint webinar will explore key challenges in managing multidrug‑resistant (MDR) infections in critically ill patients.
Topics include antimicrobial stewardship in both high‑ and low‑antimicrobial resistance settings, optimisation of antimicrobial pharmacokinetics / pharmacodynamics using therapeutic drug monitoring, continuous infusion and nebulised antibiotics, and effective infection prevention and control strategies for MDR pathogens.

Register 🔗https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_IHnpEOMTTZSuioy0WabxsA #/registration

12/06/2026

🎉📚 A successful end to Block 2 of the Fundamentals in Infection Prevention and Control and Antimicrobial Resistance (FIPC) Programme.

After two intensive weeks of learning, engagement, and growth, our students completed their final day with smiles on their faces and a wealth of new knowledge to take forward into their professional journeys.

Throughout Block 2, participants strengthened their understanding of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR), gaining valuable insights that will contribute to safer healthcare practices and improved patient outcomes.

As one chapter closes, another begins. We look forward to welcoming our students back for the next block in July/August 2026, where they will continue building the knowledge, skills, and confidence needed to become leaders in infection prevention and control.

12/06/2026

🌍 Be Part of Building a Stronger Infection Prevention and Control Community Across Africa.

ICAN is establishing an integrated initiative to strengthen professional collaboration, technical support, research, mentorship, and rapid response capacity among its members.

Your voice matters. By sharing your insights, you will help shape a network that empowers healthcare professionals, drives innovation, and strengthens our collective impact in infection prevention and control.

📝 Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and contribute to this important initiative:
https://forms.office.com/r/XqLdvnS37E

Together, we can build a stronger, more connected, and more resilient IPC community for Africa.

12/06/2026

🚨 WHO Health Emergencies EPI-WIN Webinar 🚨

Join the fourth session in the Hantavirus in Focus series:

Hantavirus in Focus IV: Infection Prevention and Control- From Isolation to Safe Discharge and Quarantine

This important webinar will explore key infection prevention and control measures for managing hantavirus cases, including patient isolation, safe discharge practices, and quarantine considerations.

📅 Date: Tuesday, 16 June 2026
⏰ Time: 14:00 – 15:00 CEST

🔗 Webinar information: https://bit.ly/4v1Xr2B
📝 Register here: https://who.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Zgp_v-0KRka-X2_P_ZE_mg #/registration

Do not miss this opportunity to learn from global experts and strengthen your IPC knowledge.

This webinar will explore current experience related to the de-escalation of transmission-based precautions for Andes hantavirus, including practical challenges in implementing IPC measures in isolation and quarantine settings. Drawing on expertise from international and country-level practitioners,...

12/06/2026

🌍 Be Part of Building a Stronger Infection Prevention and Control Community Across Africa.

ICAN is establishing an integrated initiative to strengthen professional collaboration, technical support, research, mentorship, and rapid response capacity among its members.

Your voice matters. By sharing your insights, you will help shape a network that empowers healthcare professionals, drives innovation, and strengthens our collective impact in infection prevention and control.

📝 Please take a few minutes to complete the survey and contribute to this important initiative:
https://forms.office.com/r/XqLdvnS37E

Together, we can build a stronger, more connected, and more resilient IPC community for Africa.

12/06/2026

⏰ REMINDER: Registrations are still OPEN!

Advance your skills in sterile services and healthcare safety with our upcoming Decontamination & Sterilisation Course for Operators (CSSD).

📅 6–10 July 2026

This comprehensive course is designed to strengthen your knowledge and practical understanding of decontamination and sterilisation processes, helping to ensure patient safety and quality care.

👥 Group bookings available for 5+ participants

📝 Apply now: https://forms.office.com/r/D50RNLJRfM

📧 [email protected]
📞 087 822 2828

10/06/2026

🌟Tomorrow - Diagnostics and therapeutics in S. aureus
Organised by the ISAC Working Groups on Rapid Diagnostics and Biomarkers / S. aureus

📆11 June 2026
🕰13:00–14:30 CET

Register⬇
https://us02web.zoom.us/.../371.../WN_L2MK86r8Qsq7JsK3aFCXuw

🌟Tomorrow - Diagnostics and therapeutics in S. aureus

Organised by the ISAC Working Groups on Rapid Diagnostics and Biomarkers / S. aureus
📆11 June 2026
🕰13:00–14:30 CET

This webinar explores the rapidly evolving landscape of Staphylococcus aureus diagnostics and therapeutics, bringing together three complementary perspectives that span cutting-edge treatment strategies, real-time genomic technologies, and emerging diagnostic approaches for complex infections.

Register⬇
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/3717794558622/WN_L2MK86r8Qsq7JsK3aFCXuw

10/06/2026

📚🦠 Week 2 of Block 2 is well underway in the Fundamentals in Infection Prevention and Control and Antimicrobial Resistance (FIPC) Programme.

As we reach the midpoint of the week, our dedicated students continue to expand their knowledge, strengthen their skills, and deepen their understanding of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) and Antimicrobial Resistance (AMR).

Every lecture, discussion, and learning opportunity is equipping future healthcare professionals with the tools needed to drive safer healthcare practices and combat the growing threat of antimicrobial resistance.

With examinations taking place on Friday, students are now consolidating two intensive weeks of learning, preparing to demonstrate the knowledge and competencies they have gained throughout Block 2.

💡 Knowledge is power but applied knowledge transforms healthcare.

We wish all our students the very best as they prepare for their assessments and continue their journey towards becoming champions of infection prevention and antimicrobial stewardship.

10/06/2026

Applications are NOW OPEN for the International Postgraduate Diploma in Infection Control (IPDIC)

⏳ Time is running out- applications close on 30 June 2026.

If you are ready to advance your expertise in infection prevention and control, this is your opportunity to join a leading postgraduate programme.

Apply online today:
https://forms.cloud.microsoft/r/1HEgtmvz2s

Enquiries: Yolanda Groenewald- [email protected]
087 822 2828

08/06/2026

WHO Health Emergencies EPI-WIN webinar: 'Ebola Bundibugyo virus disease: what we know',
Date: Tuesday 09 June 2026
Time:13.00 - 14.00 CEST