OSSA Congress 2027 will take place from 11–13 March at the Cape Town International Convention Centre, bringing together the ophthalmic community for an academic meeting supported by masterclasses, lunchtime symposia, auxiliary programmes and a trade exhibition.
The academic programme is the central focus of the congress, with international and South African contributors. Alongside the ophthalmology programme, the organising structure includes dedicated programmes for allied health professionals, managers and administrators, SASPOS and young ophthalmologists. This breadth provides opportunities for clinical teams and practice colleagues to take part in the same congress while following content relevant to their work.
Dr Johann Eloff chairs the congress. Academic programme contacts include Prof Wayne Marais, Dr Chris Gouws, Dr Lynette Venter and Dr Jaco Maartens. Allied health programme contacts are Dr Schabort De Jager and Dr Dawie Botes, while Mr Anthonie Du Plessis is the contact for managers and administrators. These are programme responsibilities rather than a list of confirmed lecture assignments.
The congress combines formal academic learning with opportunities to meet colleagues and engage with ophthalmic suppliers. Masterclasses and symposia add to the main programme, and the exhibition gives delegates another setting for professional exchange. Social gatherings form part of the wider meeting experience.
Abstract submissions closed on 28 August 2026, with acceptance notifications scheduled for 18 September. The congress lists 2 October 2026 for publication of its programme and 6 November for the early-bird registration deadline. Hotel block bookings expire on 29 January 2027.
The CTICC is centrally located in Cape Town and offers a single congress setting for the scientific, auxiliary and exhibition components. Delegates should use the official programme and attendance pages to select the activities and registration category appropriate to their professional role.
Pre-congress masterclasses take place on Wednesday 10 March 2027. The main congress runs Thursday 11 to Saturday 13 March. The official invitation and registration brochure is attached.
