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University of ZululandRef: https://www.unizulu.ac.za/information/

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This is the information page for the 3rd RATMS 2026 symposium at the University of Zululand's Richards Bay Campus. It provides a draft two-day programme for 12–13 October 2026, venue and campus contact details, travel options via King Shaka International Airport and Richards Bay Airport, and accommodation listings in Richards Bay. It also announces a gala dinner on 13 October 2026 and notes that abstracts will be reviewed by a Scientific Committee, with travel responsibility falling on participants unless confirmed by the Organising Committee.

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RATMS 2026 symposium attendance

A two-day symposium in Richards Bay on 12 and 13 October 2026, with keynote addresses, scientific sessions, posters, a student research competition, and a gala dinner. The page gives the draft programme, venue, travel and accommodation information for delegates.

Who it is for
delegates, keynote speakers, researchers, students, Traditional Health Practitioners and invited guests
How to act on it
Attend in Richards Bay at the Engineering Building, University of Zululand, Richards Bay Campus; programme and venue details are provided; participants arrange their own travel unless confirmed by the Organising Committee.
Closes
13 October 2026

The document's recorded date is 12 October 2026. Confirm on the official source.

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Practical information for delegates attending RATMS 2026 in Richards Bay.
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Gala Dinner

A gala dinner on 13 October 2026 for delegates, keynote speakers, researchers, students, Traditional Health Practitioners and invited guests to connect and celebrate African knowledge and research excellence. It runs from 18:00–18:30, with traditional attire and venue to be confirmed.

Who it is for
delegates, keynote speakers, researchers, students, Traditional Health Practitioners and invited guests
How to act on it
Attend the gala dinner on 13 October 2026; venue to be confirmed; dress is traditional attire; time 18:00–18:30.

The document's recorded date is 12 October 2026. Confirm on the official source.

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Date 13 October 2026 Venue To be confirmed Dress Traditional attire Time 18:00–18:30
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DOWNLOAD PROGRAMME PDF

A downloadable PDF of the RATMS 2026 programme is available from the page.

Who it is for
delegates and anyone interested in RATMS 2026
How to act on it
Use the 'DOWNLOAD PROGRAMME PDF' link on the page.

The document's recorded date is 12 October 2026. Confirm on the official source.

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DOWNLOAD PROGRAMME PDF
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Student research competition

A student research competition with oral and poster presentations during the RATMS 2026 programme on Day 02, 13 October 2026.

Who it is for
students
How to act on it
Participate through the RATMS 2026 programme; oral and poster presentations are listed under Day 02.

The document's recorded date is 12 October 2026. Confirm on the official source.

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STUDENT Student research competition Oral and poster presentations.
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Submit Abstract

Researchers can submit abstracts for RATMS 2026. Abstracts will be reviewed by a Scientific Committee using a structured scoring rubric to ensure academic quality and relevance.

Who it is for
researchers
How to act on it
Use the 'Submit Abstract' link on the RATMS 2026 page.

The document's recorded date is 12 October 2026. Confirm on the official source.

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Submit Abstract

Facts

Places

uMhlathuze Local Municipality, KwaZulu-Natal

Reference

https://www.unizulu.ac.za/information/

Key Takeaways

  • 3rd RATMS · 2026
  • 12 October 2026
  • 13 October 2026
  • Engineering Building, University of Zululand
  • University of Zululand – Richards Bay Campus
  • Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa
  • Campus contact: +27 35 902 6950
  • Gala Dinner 13 October 2026
  • Traditional attire
  • Time 18:00–18:30
  • Abstracts reviewed by Scientific Committee
  • Travel responsibility on participants unless confirmed by Organising Committee
  • DOWNLOAD PROGRAMME PDF
  • University of Zululand
  • Scientific Committee
  • Organising Committee
  • Premier Hotel The Richards
  • BON Hotel Waterfront Richards Bay
  • Richards Bay Indaba Lodge
  • King Shaka International Airport
  • Richards Bay Airport

Dates

Closing Date

12 October 2026