SAAB Annual Conference: 6-10 July 2026

Registration & Information Hub

Welcome to the official page for the South African Association of Botanists (SAAB) Annual Conference.
Here you’ll find all the information you need to register, submit your details, select social events, and prepare for your participation in upcoming conferences.

Programme
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SAAB 51st Conference:

Hosted by the

University of Mpumalanga

 

 

Conference Theme: Thriving with change

Biodiversity and Resilience for Future Livelihoods and health

SAAB Conference Programme 2026

About the SAAB Annual Conference

The SAAB Annual Conference brings together researchers, students, academics, and industry partners from across South Africa and abroad.

At the conference participants can look forward to a rich programme of plenary talks, oral and poster sessions, workshops, symposia, social events, and a field trip.

This page provides the official registration form and the latest information for the current year’s event.

Accommodation

Accommodation is available near the conference venue. Delegates and students are responsible for booking their own accommodation. Please follow the link below to view the available options.

Accommodation options

Important Dates

  • Registration deadline: Closed

  • Abstract Submission deadline: Closed

  • Welcome Function: 6 July 2026 (early evening)

  • Student Function: 7 or 8 July 2026

  • Gala Dinner: 9 July 2026 (evening)

  • Field Trip: 10 July 2026

Conference Registration Fees:

  • Students: R2 950.
  • Delegates: R3 550.

Please note that the registration cost does not include additional items such as the conference t-shirt, gala dinner, or other extras.

Invitation: Sustainability Symposium — 6 July 2026

The University of Mpumalanga will host a Sustainability Symposium on 6 July 2026. This event is independent of the SAAB Conference and has been organized as a separate opportunity for scholars, practitioners, and interested participants to engage with current developments in sustainability research and practice (Cost R300).

Theme: Youth Leadership and Sustainability for a Resilient Future: Biodiversity, Food Security, and Education

All individuals wishing to attend are invited to follow the links provided.

More Information
Registration
Programme

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