About the 2026 Congress

This year’s theme, Comprehensive Cardiac Care, highlights the importance of a holistic and integrated approach to cardiovascular health. Modern cardiology extends far beyond isolated interventions — it requires seamless collaboration across disciplines and a patient-centred approach that supports individuals across the full continuum of care.

From prevention and early diagnosis to advanced interventions, surgical treatment, long-term management, and rehabilitation, comprehensive cardiac care recognises that optimal outcomes are achieved when expertise, technology, and multidisciplinary collaboration come together.

With an outstanding International and Local Faculty, the 2026 Congress will explore the latest developments across the cardiovascular landscape through cutting-edge research, expert discussions, and interactive sessions.

Our programme brings together scientists, cardiologists, cardiothoracic surgeons, healthcare specialists, allied professionals, and subspecialists, ensuring that all those involved in cardiovascular care find relevance and inspiration.

Whether your work focuses on paediatric or adult patients, public or private healthcare, clinical practice, research, education or policy, the SA Heart® Congress offers an opportunity to connect, collaborate, and advance the future of cardiovascular care.

Beyond the science, the Congress remains a powerful platform for strengthening partnerships and sharing ideas that improve heart health both regionally and globally.

We look forward to welcoming you to the 26th Annual SA Heart® Congress in Cape Town.

Warm regards,

The SA Heart® Congress Organising Committee