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IAH-SA Flagship Symposium 2026 – Save the Date (CPD Registered)
IAH-SA Symposium Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline: 2 June 2026
Confirmation of Abstract Acceptance: 12 June 2026
Early Bird Registration Deadline: 16 June 2026
Preliminary Programme Available: 31 July 2026
The IAH-SA Flagship Symposium 2026, titled “Groundwater Quality: Assessment, Emerging Challenges and Sustainable Solutions,” will take place 26–28 August 2026 at STIAS, Stellenbosch University. Please save the date and plan to join us for this important gathering of the groundwater community.
This exciting three-day symposium will bring together professionals from government, municipalities, academia, consulting, industry, and groundwater user sectors to explore current challenges and innovations in groundwater quality.
The programme will feature scientific presentations, poster sessions, industry exhibitions (including water treatment solutions), a field excursion, and engaging networking and social events, creating valuable opportunities for learning, discussion, and collaboration.
SYMPOSIUM VENUE
The Stellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study (STIAS) is the symposium venue and is situated in Stellenbosch, within easy reach of the town centre and nearby accommodation. The venue offers well-equipped conference facilities in a peaceful environment.
Address: 10 Marais Road, Stellenbosch
ACCOMMODATION OPTIONS IN STELLENBOSCH
Stellenbosch offers a wide range of accommodation options within walking distance of the Symposium venue, the Stellenbosch Institute for Advanced Study (STIAS), as well as additional guest houses and boutique hotels in the town centre.
Delegates are encouraged to contact the establishments directly and secure their accommodation as early as possible.
| Name | Physical Address | Website | Walking distance from Symposium venue |
| Bonne Esperance Boutique Guest House | Cnr Neethling & Van Riebeeck St, Stellenbosch | www.bonneesperance.com | 5–7 minutes |
| Roosenwijn Guest House | 14 Van Riebeeck St, Stellenbosch | www.roosenwijn.co.za | 5 minutes |
| Life & Leisure Boutique Guesthouse | 18 Van Riebeeck St, Stellenbosch | www.lifeandleisure.co.za | 8–10 minutes |
| Villa Grande Guest House | 1 Keerom St, Stellenbosch | www.dehaasliving.co.za | 10–12 minutes |
| Summerwood Guest House | 28 Jonkershoek Rd, Stellenbosch | www.summerwood.co.za | 15–18 minutes |
| Heritage House | 12 Neethling St, Stellenbosch | www.stbhh.co.za | 6–8 minutes |
| Twice Central Guesthouse | 7 Hamman St, Stellenbosch | www.twicecentral.co.za | 12–15 minutes |
| Guesthouse Ubuntu | 4 Hamman St, Stellenbosch | www.guesthouse-ubuntu.com | 12–15 minutes |
| Evergreen Manor & Spa | 11 Murray St, Stellenbosch | www.evergreenmanor.co.za | 10 minutes |
| Avenues Guest House | 32 Van der Stel St, Stellenbosch | www.avenuesguesthouse.co.za | 10–12 minutes |
SYMPOSIUM EVENT ORGANISER
For more information please contact the Event Organizer:
Conferences et al – Contact: deidre@iafrica.com, confetal2@iafrica.com
