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Wits RHI

This July, Wits RHI is making waves across the globe from Kigali to Montreal as we bring bold research, fresh perspectives, and a firm commitment to health equity to three of the world’s most important gatherings on HIV, STIs, and adolescent health. We are proud to showcase our leadership through groundbreaking data, impactful panel discussions, and bold calls to action that elevate excellence science and global health solutions.

Where You’ll Find Us:

What We’re Showcasing

Across all three conferences, our experts are driving the global conversation with African perspectives at the forefront. Highlights include:

  • Presenting cutting-edge research on HIV prevention, PrEP innovation, pediatric HIV care, STI diagnostics, and maternal and adolescent health.

  • Leading high-level panels and symposia on PrEP choice, long-acting prevention technologies, adolescent sexual health, and person-centred service models.

  • Advocating for sustainable access, inclusion of key populations, and a future of African-led global health solutions.

17th International Workshop on Pediatrics & HIV | 11–12 July | Kigali

Our researchers are sharing important insights on maternal and child health — from the safety of PrEP during pregnancy to challenges in pediatric HIV trials.

Highlights: Click here for Wits RHI’s Programme

  • Oral presentations on infant safety and maternal bone density linked to PrEP use (Elizea Horne).

  • Posters on maternal viral suppression, multi-drug resistance in youth, and ART resistance trends (Faeezah Patel and team).

  • Discussions on infectious morbidity in HIV-exposed, uninfected children.

 IAS 2025 – International AIDS Society Conference | 13–17 July | Kigali

As the world’s leading HIV science forum, IAS 2025 is where Wits RHI’s expertise shines. We are shaping key discussions around prevention strategy, long-acting technologies, and implementation science.

Highlights: Click here for Wits RHI’s Programme

  • Satellites on sustainable PrEP access and long-acting injectables – led by Saiqa Mullick and Catherine Martin.

  • Symposia and oral abstracts featuring innovative studies on PrEP choice, HIV prevention in pregnancy, adolescent adherence, and transgender healthcare.

  • Poster and E-Poster presentations on PURPOSE 1, CAB-LA rollout, women’s PrEP choices, digital health tools, and HIV self-screening experiences.

STI & HIV World Congress 2025 | 26–30 July | Montreal

Under the theme “Sexual Health for All,” Wits RHI will spotlight social media-driven STI interventions, diagnostic innovations, and adolescent-friendly care models.

Highlights: Click here for Wits RHI’s Programme

  • Posters on youth-focused STI messaging and rapid STI diagnostics (Catherina Martin and Surina Reddy).

  • Sessions on adolescent sexual health (chaired by Saiqa Mullick), person-centred care, and dual testing integration (presented by Catherine Martin)

  • Prof Sinead Delany-Moretlwe presents on research priorities.

  • A plenary on STI vaccine pipelines delivered by Professor Helen Rees.

Follow the Journey

Join us as we bring innovation, community-rooted research, and actionable science to the global stage. Through every abstract, panel, and poster we’re shaping the future of HIV and sexual health with people at the centre.

This July, Wits RHI is making waves across the globe from Kigali to Montreal as we bring bold research, fresh perspectives, and a firm commitment to health equity to three of the world’s most important gatherings on HIV, STIs, and adolescent health. We are proud to showcase our leadership through groundbreaking data, impactful panel discussions, and bold calls to action that elevate excellence science and global health solutions.

Where You’ll Find Us:

What We’re Showcasing

Across all three conferences, our experts are driving the global conversation with African perspectives at the forefront. Highlights include:

  • Presenting cutting-edge research on HIV prevention, PrEP innovation, pediatric HIV care, STI diagnostics, and maternal and adolescent health.

  • Leading high-level panels and symposia on PrEP choice, long-acting prevention technologies, adolescent sexual health, and person-centred service models.

  • Advocating for sustainable access, inclusion of key populations, and a future of African-led global health solutions.

17th International Workshop on Pediatrics & HIV | 11–12 July | Kigali

Our researchers are sharing important insights on maternal and child health — from the safety of PrEP during pregnancy to challenges in pediatric HIV trials.

Highlights: Click here for Wits RHI’s Programme

  • Oral presentations on infant safety and maternal bone density linked to PrEP use (Elizea Horne).

  • Posters on maternal viral suppression, multi-drug resistance in youth, and ART resistance trends (Faeezah Patel and team).

  • Discussions on infectious morbidity in HIV-exposed, uninfected children.

 IAS 2025 – International AIDS Society Conference | 13–17 July | Kigali

As the world’s leading HIV science forum, IAS 2025 is where Wits RHI’s expertise shines. We are shaping key discussions around prevention strategy, long-acting technologies, and implementation science.

Highlights: Click here for Wits RHI’s Programme

  • Satellites on sustainable PrEP access and long-acting injectables – led by Saiqa Mullick and Catherine Martin.

  • Symposia and oral abstracts featuring innovative studies on PrEP choice, HIV prevention in pregnancy, adolescent adherence, and transgender healthcare.

  • Poster and E-Poster presentations on PURPOSE 1, CAB-LA rollout, women’s PrEP choices, digital health tools, and HIV self-screening experiences.

STI & HIV World Congress 2025 | 26–30 July | Montreal

Under the theme “Sexual Health for All,” Wits RHI will spotlight social media-driven STI interventions, diagnostic innovations, and adolescent-friendly care models.

Highlights: Click here for Wits RHI’s Programme

  • Posters on youth-focused STI messaging and rapid STI diagnostics (Catherina Martin and Surina Reddy).

  • Sessions on adolescent sexual health (chaired by Saiqa Mullick), person-centred care, and dual testing integration (presented by Catherine Martin)

  • Prof Sinead Delany-Moretlwe presents on research priorities.

  • A plenary on STI vaccine pipelines delivered by Professor Helen Rees.

Follow the Journey

Join us as we bring innovation, community-rooted research, and actionable science to the global stage. Through every abstract, panel, and poster we’re shaping the future of HIV and sexual health with people at the centre.