World Congress on Pediatric Infectious Diseases to be held at the Durban ICC

The Durban International Convention Centre (ICC) is delighted to announce that it has been selected as the host venue for the 13th World Congress of the World Society for Pediatric Infectious Diseases (WSPID 2023). Scheduled to take place from 14-17 November 2023, the event will address the most important issues in infectious diseases that affect children and their families.

The World Society for Pediatric Infectious Diseases (WSPID) is a confederation of national and international Pediatric Infectious Diseases societies. The event is a prestigious global event that brings together renowned experts and professionals in the field of pediatric infectious diseases to share their knowledge, research findings, and experiences.

The Congress will provide a unique platform for investigating how childcare is affected by an everchanging world. The event aims to highlight the latest developments in the field due to pandemics and post pandemic periods, politics, global warming and climate change.

The WSPID 2023 is expected to draw a diverse array of researchers, clinicians, policymakers, and other stakeholders from across the globe to engage in critical discussions and exchange ideas on the latest advances and challenges in the field.

The Durban ICC's successful bid to host the WSPID 2023 is a testament to its world-class facilities, expertise, and commitment to delivering exceptional service. The Centre has a proven track record of successfully hosting international medical congresses, making it the ideal venue for the event.

"We are honoured to have been selected as the host venue for the WSPID 2023. This event is an important opportunity for the global pediatric infectious diseases community to come together, share knowledge, and advance research and practice. The selection of Durban ICC as the venue for WSPID 2023 highlights the centre’s capability to facilitate meaningful gatherings and promote knowledge exchange among leading experts, researchers, and healthcare professionals from around the globe," said Durban ICC Chief Executive Officer, Lindiwe Rakharebe.

“Over the years, the Durban ICC has been the chosen venue for numerous prestigious medical conferences, attracting leading experts and professionals from around the world. With its state-of-the-art facilities, and highly experienced team, the Durban ICC has consistently delivered seamless and impactful events that facilitate the exchange of knowledge, foster collaboration, and drive innovation.

This strong track record reinforces the confidence of the WSPID organisers in the Durban ICC’s ability to provide a world-class platform for the advancement of pediatric infectious diseases research, policy, and practice." Ms Rakharebe said.

The WSPID 2023 is expected to attract over 2,500 delegates from around the world, including leading experts, researchers, and practitioners in the field of pediatric infectious diseases. The event is also expected to have a significant economic impact on Durban, boosting tourism and creating job opportunities in the local economy.

The Durban ICC is committed to working closely with the organisers of the WSPID 2023 to ensure the success of the event and to showcase the best of South African hospitality and culture.