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12th Annual Scientific Conference

Rwanda Society of
Obstetricians & Gynaecologists

"Healthy Girls, Healthy Women: The Foundation of a Thriving Nation"

13–14 August 2026
Kigali Marriott Hotel
Kigali, Rwanda
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RSOG President
Dr. NDICUNGUYE MIVUMBI Victor
RSOG President

Dear Colleagues and Esteemed Participants,

It is with great pleasure and honor that I welcome you to the 12th Annual RSOG Scientific Conference. This year's theme, "Healthy Girls, Healthy Women: The Foundation of a Thriving Nation," reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence in women's healthcare delivery.

As we gather to share knowledge, foster collaboration, and drive innovation, we stand at a pivotal moment in healthcare transformation. Together, we will explore cutting-edge research, discuss policy implications, and chart a path toward a more equitable and sustainable future for women's health in Rwanda and beyond.

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Introduction

A quick overview of the event — theme highlights and how to make the most of your two days in Kigali.

Our Focus

Conference Theme & Subthemes

Main Theme 2026

Healthy Girls, Healthy Women:
The Foundation of a Thriving Nation

Strengthening girls' and women's health across every life stage as a foundation of national development — bridging research, policy, and practice across Rwanda and the region.

01
Life-Course Sexual & Reproductive Health

From adolescent SRHR to comprehensive menopause care across every life stage.

02
Transforming Maternal Health Outcomes

Evidence-based innovations for reducing maternal mortality and improving birth outcomes.

03
Women's Cancers in Low-Resource Settings

Early detection, screening strategies, and HPV prevention in resource-limited environments.

04
Minimally Invasive & Innovative Technologies

Advanced MIS techniques and digital health tools transforming gynaecological care.

05
Quality Improvement & Clinical Research

Implementation science-based approaches to care quality, clinical trials, and evidence translation.

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Exhibition & Sponsorship Packages

Position your organisation at the forefront of women's health in Rwanda. Click any package to view the full benefits.

Top Tier
Diamond
10M
Rwandan Francs
  • Presentation (10 min) over 2 days + pre-conference
  • Logo on all RSOG media & branded items
  • Standard exhibition booth
  • 2-min promo video (2×/day)
High Impact
Platinum
5M
Rwandan Francs
  • 5-min presentation across 2 conference days
  • Logo on RSOG platforms & branded items
  • Standard exhibition booth
  • Meals for 2 exhibitors per booth
Great Value
Gold
3M
Rwandan Francs
  • Standard exhibition booth (outside venue)
  • Logo on RSOG media & branded items
  • Brochure in delegate bags
  • Meals for 2 exhibitors

Expert Voices

Featured Speakers

Dr. Joseph Njagi, Founder & Director, ACE
Prof Thomas Konney, President, SOGOG
Prof Bellington Vwalika, Secretary General, ECSACOG
Prof Martina Möllers, CEO, Marti Connecting Africa
Prof Frank Louwen, President, FIGO
Dr Diane Francoeur, CEO, SOGC
Prof Anupama Sethi Arora, Founder & Director, TMH

Programme

Conference Agenda

Pre-conference workshops, plenaries, state-of-the-art talks, oral abstracts and networking — 12–14 August 2026.

Parallel hands-on workshops held across multiple venues in Kigali — advance registration required per track.
MIS (Minimally Invasive Surgery)
MIS Training & Updates
  • Facilitators: Dr. Joseph (Kenya), Dr. Vincent, Dr. Runyange
  • Venue: CHUK
  • Participants: Residents PGY3&4 and RSOG Members
Family Planning & MVA
Comprehensive Family Planning Services (counseling, eligibility criteria, MVA)
  • Facilitators: Prof. Vwalika Bellington (U. Zambia), Dr. Polyphile
  • Venue: UR Simulation lab
  • Participants: RSOG Members & HODs
Labour & Delivery Care
EMNOC (normal labor and labor dystocia)
  • Facilitators: Callixte (Midwife, Kagugu), Dr. Dube, SOGC: Dr. Kristina
  • Venue: UR Simulation lab
  • Participants: Midwives, and Resident PGY1 & PGY2
Ultrasound
Basic and advanced ultrasound skills training (live scanning)
  • Facilitators: MFM/OBGYN (Dr. Amani), Dr. Gashema
  • Venue: Kibagabaga
  • Participants: Midwives, Nurses & Residents PGY1,PGY2, PGY3 & PGY4
Leadership
Leadership
  • Facilitators: Dr. Hani Fawzi
  • Venue: Grazia Apartment Hotel
  • Participants: RSOG Members, RSOG Staff & Hospital DGs
08:00
08:30
Registration desks open for participants
08:30
08:40
RSOG Opening Ceremony & Welcome Remarks
RSOG President
08:40
08:50
Remarks
Vice President, Global Programs — STBF
08:50
09:00
Remarks
WHO Country Representative
09:00
09:10
Remarks
UNFPA Country Representative
09:10
09:20
Remarks
FIGO Representative
09:20
09:30
Remarks
Elekta Foundation
09:30
09:40
Remarks
AFOG President
09:40
10:00
Keynote Speech
SOGC CEO
10:00
10:30
Guest of Honor Address
Ministry of Health (MOH)
10:30
10:50
Group Photo & Exhibition Booth Visit
10:50
11:20
Tea Break & Poster Viewing
11:25
11:55
Plenary Talk: What's New in Obstetrics & Gynecology?
SOGC CEO
11:55
12:05
Plenary Talk (cont'd): Advancing evidence-based ANC models, respectful maternity care, and novel clinical and system-level interventions to accelerate reductions in maternal morbidity and mortality
Dr. David Ntirushwa
12:05
12:30
Q&A Session on ANC
MOH (Dr. Cyiza Regis – MCCH), Dr. Rukundo J.D. (MFM), Barutwanayo Emmanuel (KFH Midwife), Dr. Martina
12:30
13:20
Lunch Break, Exhibition & Poster Viewing, Networking
13:20
13:50
State of the Art: Postpartum Hemorrhage
FIGO President
13:50
14:20
State of the Art: Endometriosis — Advancing Care
Dr. Joseph Njagi
14:20
14:40
Plenary Talk: The Expanding Role of Minimally Invasive Surgery
Prof. Anupama Sethi Arora
14:40
15:10
Q&A Session on MIS
Dr. Vincent Dusingizimana, Dr. Joseph (IRCAD), Prof. Dr. Odile
15:10
15:40
Oral Abstract Presentations 1–2 & Q&A
15:40
15:50
Exhibitor Speech: MIS Simulators & Equipment
LAPAROGENESIS-MIS
15:50
16:00
Exhibitor Speech: Ultrasound
16:00
16:10
Day 1 Summary & Announcements
16:10
17:00
Networking
Parallel session, 13:20–17:00 — runs alongside the Main Hall
13:20
13:50
Plenary Talk: Status of Gynecological Malignancies
Prof. Thomas Konney
13:50
14:20
Q&A Session
RBC (Dr. Theoneste Maniragaba), Dr. Thadeus (KFH), Dr. Kenneth
14:20
14:50
State of the Art: Mifepristone Use
Prof. Bellington Vwalika
14:50
15:20
Oral Abstract Presentations 3–4 & Q&A
15:20
16:10
Plenary Talk: Adolescent SRHR, Quiz & Awards
Dr. Polyphile
16:10
17:00
Networking
08:30
09:00
Arrival & Recap of Day 1
09:00
09:30
Plenary Talk: Global Financing Facility (GFF) & Safer Birth Bundle of Care (SBBC)
Dr. Anaclet Ngabonzima
09:30
09:40
Discussion & Q&A
09:40
10:30
Panel 1: Expanding OBGYN Residency Program in LMIC — Discussion & Q&A
RSOG (Dr. Ndicunguye M. Victor), Prof. Konney (Ghana), Prof. Vwalika (Zambia), President OBGYN Society (Tanzania), SOGC CEO (Canada)
Moderator: Dr. Dube Handsome
10:30
10:45
Tea Break & Exhibition & PAP
10:45
11:30
Oral Abstract Presentations 5–6 & Q&A
11:30
12:00
Plenary Talk: Contemporary Assisted
Dr. Thomas Mekuria Gebre
12:00
12:20
Q&A Session
Dr. Ntwali Ndizeye (RSSB), Dr. Abdul (RSOG), MOH
12:20
12:30
Exhibitor Speech
Dr. Basonga Emmy
12:30
13:00
Awareness-Raising Activity on Antenatal Care & Family Planning
SRH, OBGYN, Women's Health
13:00
13:30
Closing Ceremony & Awards
President RSOG
13:30
14:30
Lunch Break, PAP General Assembly Meeting
14:30
16:00
Professional Networking Forum: Connecting All Guests
Parallel session, 11:00–12:30 — runs alongside the Plenary Hall
11:00
11:30
Oral Abstract Presentations 7–8 & Q&A
11:30
12:00
Panel 4: Geriatric Gynecology — Menopause & Aging
Dr. Aline Mukundwa, Dr. Vincent (Geriatric, KFH), Dr. Byiringiro J. Paul (KFH)
12:00
12:20
Q&A Session
Dr. Aline Mukundwa, Dr. Vincent (Geriatric, KFH), Dr. Byiringiro J. Paul (KFH)
12:20
12:30
Back to Plenary Hall — Awareness-Raising Activity & Closing Ceremony
13:30
14:30
Lunch Break, PAP General Assembly Meeting
14:30
16:00
Professional Networking Forum: Connecting All Guests

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