General Information

Target

Professionals in the field of cancer and palliative care,
Healthcare providers,
Students,
Policymakers,
Eminent researchers,
Academicians,
Donors,
Partners in corporate and businesses,
Patients, their caregivers, and the general public.

What to Expect from the Scientific Program

The 5th Uganda Conference on Cancer and Palliative Care will feature an engaging program with expert-led keynote sessions, plenary lectures, panel discussions, parallel presentations, poster presentations, interactive workshops, exhibitions and networking opportunities. Expect insightful conversations on the latest innovations and advancements in cancer and palliative care.

Venue and Accessibility

Speke Resort Munyonyo is in the neighborhood of Munyonyo, in Makindye Division, in the southeastern part of Kampala, Uganda’s capital along the northern shores of Lake Victoria. It is approximately 13 kilometers (8 mi), by road, southeast of Kampala’s central business district and 38.5 kilometers from Entebbe International Airport via the Kampala – Entebbe Express Highway.

Accommodation

The Official conference venue is Speke Resort Munyonyo. There are available low-cost budget hotels around the conference venue.

Get in touch with us if you require this arrangement.

Important Dates

Item / Aspect	Deadline
Opening of the Conference Website:	Open
Abstract Submission opens	Friday 21st March 2025
Abstract Submission closes	Friday 9th May 2025
Notification for abstract acceptance	Friday 13th June 2025
Registration opens	Friday 21st March 2025
Registration closes	Friday 29th August 2025
Cancer and Palliative Care Work Exposure	Wednesday 10th September 2025
Graduation for the Oncology Fellows	Thursday 11th September 2025
Conference happens	Wednesday 10th – Friday 12th September 2025
Conference Gala Dinner	Thursday 11th September 2025

Frequently Asked Questions

If I submit an abstract, do I have to attend the conference?

Upon review by the Scientific Committee, all accepted abstracts will be scheduled in the Scientific Program either as Oral or Poster presentations.

The presenting author needs to have registered and paid to attend the conference.

Only abstracts of registered delegates will be scheduled in the Scientific Programme and all presentations will be given on-site, so if you have an accepted abstract, you are expected to present on-site.

I have submitted an abstract, how will I know it’s been accepted?

All abstracts will be reviewed by the Scientific Committee and allocated either an oral or poster presentation.

The abstract submitters will then receive notifications through the conference emails.

Please refer to the Key Important Dates section.

When and how do I register for the conference?

Registration is now open.

You will need to create an account and then proceed with registration.

When your registration is received and completed, you will receive an email indicating that you completed the registration process. Please contact the conference Secretariat if you do not receive it.

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I am presenting and or chairing a session, do I have to register for the conference?

Everyone attending the conference including presenters, and session chairs must register. Please refer to the instructions provided to register for the conference.

Will the conference offer any scholarships to delegates?

Yes, the conference secretariat will offer a limited number of scholarships for East African delegates. These must have submitted and accepted abstracts and will make presentations at the conference.

Still, have questions whose answers are not on the website, Contact our Team?

All general questions regarding the conference that have not been covered within these FAQs should be sent to conference@pcau.org.ug or conference@uci.or.ug or call us directly at +256 392080713 or +256 414540410 or WhatsApp us at +256 789737786

Visa information for Delegates traveling from outside Uganda

All visitors travelling to Uganda are responsible for checking visa requirements prior to their travel.

The government of Uganda issued a directive indicating that any person intending to travel to Uganda must first apply online and have a Travel Authorization/Visa Approval Letter before embarking on their travel to Uganda as there are no visas issued on arrival.

The following are the procedures to follow when applying for a Ugandan Visa online.

Step-1: Log onto www.visas.immigration.go.ug start a new application and accept the disclaimer.

Step-2: Select the;

Application type (Visa).

Category (Ordinary, Multiple-Entry, Diplomatic and Official, Transit, East Africa Tourist Visa).

Subcategory (single-entry, multiple-entry for 6-12 months, 12-24 months or 24-36 months).

Step-3: Fill the electronic form (Personal details of applicant).

Step-4: Add required documents depending on the category and reason for travel (Copy of recent passport size photograph, Copy of passport bio-data page, Yellow Fever Vaccination Certificate, Recommendation letter, Police clearance, Invitation Letter etc.)

Step-5: Submit your application.

Step-6: Make payment for the visa applied for using either a MasterCard or Visa Card. All applications and payments are made online www.visas.immigration.go.ug

Once the application is submitted and paid for, it will be studied by an Immigration Officer upon which a decision will be mad. If approved, an email with the Travel Authorization/Approval letter will be sent to the Applicant who then proceeds to download it, print it and embark on their travel.

Please note that during the approval process additional information may be required. All applicants are advised to submit their visa applications at least ten days before their intended date of travel.

See details on fees and a list of visa exempt countries here; https://www.immigration.go.ug/mandatory-online-visa-applications-all-visa-prone-travellers-uganda

Traveling to Uganda and Requiring an Invitation letter; Please write to conference@pcau.org.ug or conference@uci.or.ug for letters of invitation.