ANNOUNCEMENT:
The Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Welbeing (Rospotrebnadzor) and the Ministry of Health and Population of the Republic of the Congo will organize on April 22-23, 2026 in Brazzaville (Republic of the Congo) The Second Russian-African International Conference on Combating Infectious Diseases.
The conference will be held in a hybrid format and will bring together more than 100 participants from 17 African countries, Russia, as well as international organizations.
The main discussion during the event will focus on issues related to the development of international cooperation in the areas of prevention and preparedness to respond to modern biological threats, strengthening laboratory infrastructure to combat epidemics, current infectious diseases in the African region, experience in eliminating outbreaks and organizing anti-epidemic measures.
In addition, a round table «Russian developments in the field of biosafety for partner countries» is planned to be held during the Conference, as well as a demonstration of Russian-made mobile laboratories.
The Second Russian-African International Conference on Combating Infectious Diseases will strengthen the national capacity of the participating countries to respond to biological threats and will contribute to the development of international cooperation in the field of combating infectious diseases.
The main discussion during the event will focus on issues related to the development of international cooperation in the areas of prevention and preparedness to respond to modern biological threats, strengthening laboratory infrastructure to combat epidemics, current infectious diseases in the African region, experience in eliminating outbreaks and organizing anti-epidemic measures.
In addition, a round table «Russian developments in the field of biosafety for partner countries» is planned to be held during the Conference, as well as a demonstration of Russian-made mobile laboratories.
The Second Russian-African International Conference on Combating Infectious Diseases will strengthen the national capacity of the participating countries to respond to biological threats and will contribute to the development of international cooperation in the field of combating infectious diseases.
104
Participants
18
Сountries
2
Days
Conference program
Day 1, Wednesday, April 22, 2026 | |
9:00 – 10:00 | Arrival and registration of participants |
10:00 – 11:00 | Opening of the conference, greetings for the participants |
11:00 – 11:30 | Press approach, coffee break |
11:30 – 13:00 | First plenary session «Strategic directions for the development of science and technology to counter biological threats» |
13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch |
14:00 – 16:00 | Second plenary session «Modern threats to biosafety and responses» |
Day 2, Thursday, April 23, 2026 | |
9:30-11:00 | Third plenary session «Prompt response to sanitary and epidemiological emergencies» |
11:00 – 11:15 | Coffee break |
11:15 – 12:00 | Round table «Russian developments in the field of biological safety for partner countries» |
12:00 – 13:00 | Demonstration of mobile laboratories |
13:00 – 14:00 | Lunch |
14:00 – 15:30 | Fourth plenary session «New and recurring infectious diseases. The experience of the countries of the world on retaliatory measures» |
15:30 – 16:30 | Summing up, closing of the conference |
circular
The organizers, represented by the Russian Federal Service for Surveillance on Consumer Rights Protection and Human Wellbeing and the Ministry of Health and Population of the Republic of the Congo, welcome the participants of the Second Russian-African International Conference on Combating Infectious Diseases!
This information circular provides general information about the event and detailed information necessary for the participants.
Additional questions and clarifications may be sent to representatives of the organizing committee, whose contacts are listed in the "Contact information" section.
The Organizing Committee wishes all participants a pleasant and productive stay in Brazzaville.
This information circular provides general information about the event and detailed information necessary for the participants.
Additional questions and clarifications may be sent to representatives of the organizing committee, whose contacts are listed in the "Contact information" section.
The Organizing Committee wishes all participants a pleasant and productive stay in Brazzaville.
Venue
Hotel Kempinski Brazzaville
Republic of the Congo, Brazzaville, Amilcar Cabral Avenue - La Plain district
Registration, Event opening and Closing
Registration of foreign participants will take place upon check-in at the hotel.
Registration of participants from the Republic of the Congo will take place on Wednesday, 22 nd of April, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the reception, which will be located at the venue.
The conference concludes no later than 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, 23 rd of April, 2026.
The organizers reserve the right to adjust the event programme if necessary.
Internet
Free Internet access will be available at the Conference venue.
Network name and password details will be provided at the information desks.
Hotel Kempinski Brazzaville
Republic of the Congo, Brazzaville, Amilcar Cabral Avenue - La Plain district
Registration, Event opening and Closing
Registration of foreign participants will take place upon check-in at the hotel.
Registration of participants from the Republic of the Congo will take place on Wednesday, 22 nd of April, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. at the reception, which will be located at the venue.
The conference concludes no later than 4:30 p.m. on Thursday, 23 rd of April, 2026.
The organizers reserve the right to adjust the event programme if necessary.
Internet
Free Internet access will be available at the Conference venue.
Network name and password details will be provided at the information desks.
Working hours
Working hours of the conference: from 10:00 to 16:30 with regular coffee breaks and an hour lunch break.
Conference language: Russian and French.
Dress Code: Business attire
Materials of the conference
All necessary conference materials will be distributed during registration.
Working hours of the conference: from 10:00 to 16:30 with regular coffee breaks and an hour lunch break.
Conference language: Russian and French.
Dress Code: Business attire
Materials of the conference
All necessary conference materials will be distributed during registration.
Each participant must receive a badge:
- for foreign participants – upon check-in at the hotel;
- participants from the Republic of the Congo at the reception desk at the Conference venue.
Accommodation and Food Services in Brazzaville
All foreign participants will be accommodated at the Hotel Kempinski Brazzaville.
Address: Republic of the Congo, Brazzaville, Amilcar Cabral Avenue - La Plain district.
Breakfasts, coffee breaks, lunches and dinners will be held at the Hotel Kempinski Brazzaville.
Credit cards, Currency, and ATMs
The official currency of the Republic of the Congo is the Central African CFA Franc.
It is used in daily payments, exchange is possible in banks and official exchange offices.
The import of foreign currencies is not limited, but large amounts must be declared. Export is within the declared amount or the equivalent of one million CFA francs.
ATMs are available in some large banks and are available around the clock. The use of credit cards in the Congo is limited: they are accepted mainly in large hotels, some restaurants and supermarkets. Cash is preferable for everyday expenses.
Entry into the country, items prohibited for transportation
To enter the Republic of the Congo, you must issue an international medical certificate with a yellow fever vaccine (given more than 10 days before entry).
Items prohibited for export: The export of all types of wild animals and birds, as well as products made of crocodile skin, diamonds, ivory and precious woods (ebony, red, gray) is prohibited without proper permission.
All foreign participants will be accommodated at the Hotel Kempinski Brazzaville.
Address: Republic of the Congo, Brazzaville, Amilcar Cabral Avenue - La Plain district.
Breakfasts, coffee breaks, lunches and dinners will be held at the Hotel Kempinski Brazzaville.
Credit cards, Currency, and ATMs
The official currency of the Republic of the Congo is the Central African CFA Franc.
It is used in daily payments, exchange is possible in banks and official exchange offices.
The import of foreign currencies is not limited, but large amounts must be declared. Export is within the declared amount or the equivalent of one million CFA francs.
ATMs are available in some large banks and are available around the clock. The use of credit cards in the Congo is limited: they are accepted mainly in large hotels, some restaurants and supermarkets. Cash is preferable for everyday expenses.
Entry into the country, items prohibited for transportation
To enter the Republic of the Congo, you must issue an international medical certificate with a yellow fever vaccine (given more than 10 days before entry).
Items prohibited for export: The export of all types of wild animals and birds, as well as products made of crocodile skin, diamonds, ivory and precious woods (ebony, red, gray) is prohibited without proper permission.
Transfer for Participants
Transfer will be arranged for all foreign participants from Meia-Meia International Airport in Brazzaville to the hotel (Kempinski Brazzaville) and back on arrival and departure days.
Transfer will be arranged for all foreign participants from Meia-Meia International Airport in Brazzaville to the hotel (Kempinski Brazzaville) and back on arrival and departure days.
Weather
At the end of April, Brazzaville continues to experience hot and very humid tropical weather, typical of the transition season to a drier period. The air temperature usually stays at about 30 °C during the day and about 20°C at night. Frequent but short-term rains are possible.
Time
Local time zone is UTC+1/GMT +1.
Electricity and communications
The electrical voltage is 220-230 V. Outlet type - C, E.
A mobile operator Airtel Congo operates in the Republic of the Congo. You can purchase a SIM-card in the Republic of the Congo at the airport if you have a passport or at any mobile phone store.
Additional information
Emergency services:
The local emergency telephone number is 112 or +242-06-665-48-047.
At the end of April, Brazzaville continues to experience hot and very humid tropical weather, typical of the transition season to a drier period. The air temperature usually stays at about 30 °C during the day and about 20°C at night. Frequent but short-term rains are possible.
Time
Local time zone is UTC+1/GMT +1.
Electricity and communications
The electrical voltage is 220-230 V. Outlet type - C, E.
A mobile operator Airtel Congo operates in the Republic of the Congo. You can purchase a SIM-card in the Republic of the Congo at the airport if you have a passport or at any mobile phone store.
Additional information
Emergency services:
The local emergency telephone number is 112 or +242-06-665-48-047.
If you have any questions, please contact the organizing committee:
Alexey V. Shirshov – Mobile: +7 987 325-41-41
Alexander A. Martynov – Mobile: +7 987 375-03-77
Alexey V. Shirshov – Mobile: +7 987 325-41-41
Alexander A. Martynov – Mobile: +7 987 375-03-77
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VENUE
Hotel Kempinski Brazzaville
Republic of the Congo, Brazzaville, Amilcar Cabral Avenue - La Plain district
Alexander A. Martynov
Alexey V. Shirshov
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