SAFHE

Advancing the quality of healthcare by sharing knowledge and experience.

To provide a platform for sharing knowledge and experiences to improve healthcare services via its website, conferences, webinars, newsletters, and publications.
To assist individuals to further their experience and training in healthcare engineering and building design.
To collaborate with other organizations in advancing the quality of healthcare services.
To encourage greater collaboration between private and public health.

The South African Federation of Healthcare Engineering (SAFHE) is the country’s leading body for the planning, design, and management of healthcare facilities. Since 1974, SAFHE has brought together engineers, architects, clinicians, technologists, and industry partners committed to creating safer, smarter, and more sustainable healthcare environments.

https://www.safheconference.org/

Call for abstracts

Under the theme “Synergy in Action: Shaping the Future of Healthcare Together” and the tagline “Innovating Healthcare Through Collaboration,” SAFHE 2026 explores how collective knowledge can transform the delivery, design, and operation of healthcare facilities across the region. We invite authors, practitioners, researchers, and industry experts to contribute to the scientific programme by submitting abstracts that showcase innovation, insight, and practical advancements in healthcare infrastructure and engineering. Whether presenting new research, case studies, or forward-thinking solutions, your work plays an essential role in driving meaningful conversations across the sector.

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Individual

This is a great option for individuals wanting to strengthen their network, keep up to date with industry developments, further their careers, or just to connect with others.

Corporate

Corporate members get the same benefits as Individual members for all their registered employees.
Plus discounts for events and preferential event opportunities.

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