The South African Gastroenterology Society (SAGES) is a premier professional organisation committed to advancing the field of gastroenterology in South Africa. Established to support the growth and development of gastrointestinal medicine, SAGES promotes excellence in clinical practice, education, and research. The society serves as a vital platform for healthcare professionals, providing opportunities for continuous learning, collaboration, and the dissemination of best practices. Through its annual congresses, training programmes, and advocacy efforts, SAGES is dedicated to improving patient care and outcomes in gastroenterology across South Africa.

Our Vision

SAGES aspires to be the driving force in gastroenterology in South Africa and to contribute constructively to the development of the discipline on the African continent, with the primary aim of improving the health of those suffering from disease of the gastrointestinal tract.

We wish to assume a dominant role in the region for the generation and dissemination of scientific knowledge, which serves as the intellectual basis for gastroenterology.

We strive to enhance the status of gastroenterology as a discipline, while promoting high standards of professionalism of gastroenterologists. We recognise the need to foster intellectual and social diversity within the society.

Our Congress Objectives