SNOSSA 2027 Set for Zambia



Country wins hosting rights for continental medical conference expected to boost business tourism and scientific collaboration.

Lusaka, Zambia24 --(June 28, 2026) — Zambia has won the bid to host the Society for Neuro-Oncology Sub-Saharan Africa (SNOSSA) Conference in 2027 after beating Malawi and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) in a competitive selection process.

According to a statement issued by Hildah Mwape, Manager Communications and Corporate Affairs, the hosting rights were awarded during the SNOSSA Conference held in Ghana, where Zambia was officially confirmed as the host for the 2027 edition.

The event is expected to attract more than 500 delegates from across Africa and beyond, including neurosurgeons, oncologists, neurologists, researchers and other healthcare professionals.

Speaking during the ceremonial handover of the hosting rights in Lusaka, Ministry of Tourism Permanent Secretary Evans Muhanga said the successful bid marks a major milestone for Zambia's Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industry.

Mr. Muhanga said the achievement reflects growing international confidence in Zambia's capacity to host world-class conferences and supports Government's target of attracting five million international tourist arrivals by 2030.

He said hosting SNOSSA 2027 will help promote Zambia as a business tourism destination, attract high-value visitors, create jobs and strengthen the country's global competitiveness.

SNOSSA Zambia Organising Committee President Dr. Keith Simfukwe said the conference will provide a platform for leading experts to advance research, strengthen regional collaboration and share innovations in neuro-oncology and patient care.

Dr. Simfukwe added that the event is expected to boost the economy through increased demand for hotels, transport, restaurants and other tourism-related services.

Meanwhile, Zambia Tourism Agency Acting Chief Executive Officer Abigail Shansonga said hosting SNOSSA 2027 reinforces Zambia's ambition to become a leading MICE destination while showcasing the country's tourism attractions and conference facilities to an international audience.

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