Early Bird registration payments must be received by May 22. Please read registration guidance below.
Conference Venue
Hotel Africana
Africana Hotel & Convention Centre is located right in the heart of Kampala City within 30 minutes distance from the airport. It is a first choice venue for large corporate events and VIP wedding parties & ceremonies. Rest assured, whatever your need be, Africana Hotel & Convention Center will elevate your experience and give you an unforgettable experience.
Language and other Special Needs
The Uganda 2026 Huddle and Rise Up Policy Forum will be conducted in English, with simultaneous translation in French in the main plenary room and breakout rooms. We are exploring the use of affordable AI translation apps to offer translation into other languages to make it affordable and offer maximum participation opportunities. Use of a personal smart phone will be necessary for those participants needing translation. For any other special accommodation requests, please note them in the registration form.
Registration Guidelines
How To Register
- Registration can be made through the online system, accessible via the blue buttons below.
- Everyone must create a new account (even ISPCAN members) before registering. Using a personal email address when creating a new account is advisable. This is especially important if your work email has strict security settings that may block emails from the event organisers.
- Registration will be a two step process. Once you complete the first step, if you are approved, you will be emailed the link to complete the registration.
- After registering, you will receive a confirmation email.
*Please note – registration is only open to people who live and work in Africa*
For any registration questions, please do not hesitate to contact us at support@ispcan.org
Registration Fees and Details
Three day ticket:
Early bird rate - $215 USD until 22 May 2026.
Standard rate - $250 USD from 22 May-1 June 2026.
Registration closes 1 June 2026.
** All non-members who pay and register for the Congress will automatically become ISPCAN Members for one year.
3-Day Registration Includes:
- Admission to all sessions 24-26 June 2026
- Catering including morning tea, lunch, and afternoon tea daily
- Complimentary ticket to the Welcome Reception held on Monday 24 June
All delegates, including government representatives, are responsible for covering their own costs to attend the Huddle and Rise Up Policy Forum. However, a limited number of complimentary registrations are available for governments actively participating in the programme. (Contact policy@ispcan.org for information).
We regret that funding is not available to support travel, accommodation, or related expenses. If cost presents a barrier, we encourage governments to explore potential support through collaboration with funders, development partners and civil society organizations, who may be able to assist in facilitating attendance.
Payments
- All payments must be made in US Dollars.
- Full payment is required within seven days of completing online registration via bank transfer, credit or debit card payment.
- All early bird payments must be received by 22 May 2026 to qualify for early bird rate.
- All standard rate payments must be received by 1 June 2026.
- Registrations that have not been paid for within seven days may be cancelled.
- Invitation letter for visa purposes will only be issued after full payment is received. Government invitation letters can be issued in advance of payment.
Visa Letters
Visa invitation letters will be provided on completion and payment of registration. Once payment is complete, you will receive a visa letter from the local organizers. If your visa is denied, you will be refunded your registration. We advise applying for your visa at least 6 weeks prior to the event start date for this to be accepted. Government invitation letters can be issued in advance of payment.
Certificates for CEUs
All paid attendees of the conference will receive a certificate at the conclusion of the event for 3.0 Continuing Education Units (CEUs).
Please ensure you read the registration guidelines above.
- Early bird registration costs USD $215 for all delegates. Early bird rates end on 22 May 2026.
- Standard registration costs USD $250 and applies from 22 May to 1 June 2026.
- Registration closes on 1 June 2026 (registration remains opens for some government delegations).
- All attendees will receive a certificate for 3.0 Continuing Education Credits (CEUs).
- All payments must be made in US Dollars by 1 June 2026, via bank transfer, credit or debit card payment.
- Full payment is required to complete registration and secure your place. Spaces are limited. Registration may be cancelled if payment is not received within seven days.
- One complimentary registration available per government. Contact policy@ispcan.org for more information.
- All delegates are required to identify their own funding to participate.
- Sponsors interested in supporting this event please contact memberships@ispcan.org.
- Contact support@ispcan.org if you have questions or need assistance.
