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Safe Patient Care for All in Africa
ICAN is the voice of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) in Africa.
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ICAN Congress
This virtual congress is aimed at nurses, doctors, students and other healthcare practitioners with an interest in Infection Prevention and Control.
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ICAN collaborates with several prestigious organizations such as the WHO, International Society of Chemotherapy, and ISIS.
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ABOUT

Who we are

About Us

Over the years ICAN has grown and become the voice of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) in Africa with over 2118 members since 2015 from 54 countries across Africa and Europe.

The Infection Control Africa Network (ICAN) trains professionals on infection control programmes and has developed hubs across Africa to ensure that IPC training becomes closer to various regions.

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Get all member benefits and become part of the world’s largest network. To be eligible, you must be …..

Benefits

  • Voting Rights
  • 10% off when registering through your IPC Society
  • Access to Technical Expertise
  • Networking
  • Bursaries and Scholarships
  • And more…
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Join us

Become a Member

Get all member benefits and become part of the world’s largest network. To be eligible, you must be …..

Benefits

  • Voting Rights
  • 10% off when registering through your IPC Society
  • Access to Technical Expertise
  • Networking
  • Bursaries and Scholarships
  • And more…
Learn More

TESTIMONIAL

Reviews

Testimonials

I recommend the FIPC course to those working in an IPC role, it is a great course, taught by highly knowledgeable experts with hands-on IPC experience in the African setting. The content is relatable and can be applied almost immediately to your work setting. It is worth the investment.
~ Dr Hermenegilda Madeira
I am from Nairobi Kenya, working in the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Unit, Kenyatta National Teaching and Referral hospital. FIPC course has greatly increased my Knowledge, Confidence and made me a Change agent.Colleagues PLEASE TAKE THE COURSE and join me in making the hospital a SAFE ENVIRONMENT.
~ Lucy Kanyi
Enrolling for IPDIC was the one of the best decisions I have ever taken. The course opened a new horizon for me after 19 years of practice. The lectures are rich and the facilitators are just excellent. I will like recommend the course to anybody who hopes to improve in IPC/WASH practice.
~ Nkwan Jacob Gobte, IPC/WASH nurse from Cameroon
Reviews

Testimonials

I recommend the FIPC course to those working in an IPC role, it is a great course, taught by highly knowledgeable experts with hands-on IPC experience in the African setting. The content is relatable and can be applied almost immediately to your work setting. It is worth the investment.
~ Dr Hermenegilda Madeira
I am from Nairobi Kenya, working in the Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) Unit, Kenyatta National Teaching and Referral hospital. FIPC course has greatly increased my Knowledge, Confidence and made me a Change agent.Colleagues PLEASE TAKE THE COURSE and join me in making the hospital a SAFE ENVIRONMENT.
~ Lucy Kanyi
Enrolling for IPDIC was the one of the best decisions I have ever taken. The course opened a new horizon for me after 19 years of practice. The lectures are rich and the facilitators are just excellent. I will like recommend the course to anybody who hopes to improve in IPC/WASH practice.
~ Nkwan Jacob Gobte, IPC/WASH nurse from Cameroon

Featured Courses

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Featured Courses

Upskill, reskill or pursue further knowledge with our courses across a multitude of subjects, whether you’re a beginner or already an expert.
BASIC INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL & WASH FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS

The course is designed to introduce basic concepts of IPC to the learners.
The course is based on structured curricula and evidence and provides a basis for developing health policies for safe clinical practice for both patients and staff.
BASIC DECONTAMINATION AND STERILIZATION COURSE FOR OPERATORS

The course aims at developing and improving the skills and abilities of SSD workers to deal competently with decontamination and sterilization in their everyday jobs.
FUNDAMENTALS IN INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL COURSE

The course aims to equip students with a sound basic knowledge of evidence based best practices in infection prevention and control (IPC) and to enable them to apply their knowledge in practice.

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Featured Courses

Upskill, reskill or pursue further knowledge with our courses across a multitude of subjects, whether you’re a beginner or already an expert.
BASIC INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL & WASH FOR HEALTHCARE WORKERS

The course is designed to introduce basic concepts of IPC to the learners.
The course is based on structured curricula and evidence and provides a basis for developing health policies for safe clinical practice for both patients and staff.
BASIC DECONTAMINATION AND STERILIZATION COURSE FOR OPERATORS

The course aims at developing and improving the skills and abilities of SSD workers to deal competently with decontamination and sterilization in their everyday jobs.
FUNDAMENTALS IN INFECTION PREVENTION AND CONTROL COURSE

The course aims to equip students with a sound basic knowledge of evidence based best practices in infection prevention and control (IPC) and to enable them to apply their knowledge in practice.

View All Courses

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The voice of Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) in Africa.

TEAM MEMBERS

Prof S Ogunsola

Chairperson

Mr Nkwan Jacob Gobte

Honorary Secretary

Dr Andre .N.H. Bulabula

Treasurer

BLOG ARTICLES

Nov03

International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) 19-25 October 2025

At Kality Health Center in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the team proudly celebrated International Infection Prevention Week (IIPW) – Clean Hospital Day by acknowledging their dedicated janitors and reinforcing the importance of hand hygiene to promote safer care for all.Your commitment to keeping healthcare environments clean and safe makes a difference
Aug15

ICAN Conference 2025 – photos, memories, and more

Take a trip down memory lane. Relive the moments from ICAN Conference 2025 – photos, memories, and more https://www.icancongress.com/attendee-resources/ https://icanetwork.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Conference-2025-1.mp4
Jul23

Infection Control Africa Network (ICAN) Congress 2025 – Summary

Overview: The ICAN Congress 2025 successfully held from June 29 to July 02, 2025, on the theme, Advancing Infection Prevention and Control, and Antimicrobial Stewardship for a safer tomorrow. Healthcare professionals, scientists, and public health leaders convened from across the African continent and beyond. About 260 delegates participated from over
Apr16

ICANs First Hand Hygiene Monitor Champions Course

From 7–11 April 2025, ICAN proudly hosted its very First Hand Hygiene Monitor Champions Course. A total of 11 dedicated students participated – with 1 from Cameroon, 9 from South Africa and 1 from Mauritius – all coming together to champion better hand hygiene practices across Africa. These champions are
Mar25

Activities Carried Out In The Central African Regional Hub

Stakeholders meeting in session at Mvan Yaounde-Cameroon IPC/WASH training in the Catholic University in Cameroon Medical students engaged in group work at the IPC/WASH training Eveline Presenting on the importance of IPC/WASH in health care facilities at Nkwen Distrist Hospital Central Regional office team, Hubs Manager with the Sub Director
Nov22

ICAN Head Office proudly supports The World AMR Awareness Week (WAAW) 2024

18-24 November 2024, we join the global effort to raise awareness about antimicrobial resistance (AMR) and its impact on public health. Together, we’re committed to spreading knowledge and encouraging action to tackle AMR. Let’s make a difference! 

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ICAN Conference 2025 – photos, memories, and more

Take a trip down memory lane. Relive the moments from ICAN Conference 2025 – photos, memories, and more https://www.icancongress.com/attendee-resources/ https://icanetwork.co.za/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/Conference-2025-1.mp4

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