Eye Health for all in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa.
To improve the quality of eye care through Training, Research and Advocacy, Leadership in Eye Care,and Creation for Exchange of Ophthalmic Skills, Knowledge and Resources in Eastern, Central and Southern Africa.
Supporting international and Country Level Commitments towards Universal Health Coverage (UHC)
Our Solutions
OUR JOURNAL
The Journal of Ophthalmology of Eastern, Central and Southern Africa (JOECSA) is the official Journal of the College of Ophthalmology of Eastern, Central and Southern Africa (COECSA) with a subscribed membership of about 500. JOECSA is an open access journal, published in English in hard and soft copy formats and is dedicated to all aspects of ophthalmology and community eye health.
OUR PROGRAMS
AIM: To strengthen health care systems in Low and Middle-Income Countries (LMIC) through the development and validation of a hypothesisdriven, agile service improvement methodology that allows local eye health system leaders to conduct high-quality, hypothesis-led studies within their programmes.
OUR PROJECTS
COECSA leads projects that improve eye care by strengthening health systems, advancing training, and fostering partnerships. These efforts focus on increasing access to quality eye services and preventing blindness in East, Central, and Southern Africa.
OUR EVENTS
COECSA organizes regional events that foster professional development, knowledge sharing, and collaboration among eye health practitioners. These events include conferences, workshops, and training sessions designed to advance ophthalmology standards and promote innovation across East, Central, and Southern Africa.
NEWS
COECSA shares the latest updates on eye health advancements, project milestones, training opportunities, and partnership achievements to keep stakeholders informed and engaged across East, Central, and Southern Africa. Through timely news, COECSA highlights innovations and success stories that inspire continued collaboration and progress.
COECSA CONGRESS
COECSA Congress 2025
Join us in the vibrant city of Addis Ababa for COECSA Congress 2025 — a premier opportunity for eye health professionals to come together, learn from experts, network with colleagues, and share best practices in the field. This event promises enriching sessions and collaborative experiences that advance ophthalmology across the region.
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Monday
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Tuesday
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Wednesday
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Thursday
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Friday
08:00 AM - 05:00 PM
Saturday
08:00 AM - 01:00 PM
Sunday
Closed