Keynote speeches
Thought-provoking perspectives on the development and future direction of occupational therapy in Africa.
13th Occupational Therapy Africa Regional Group Congress
Taking Stock
A Celebration of the Past, Present, and Future Practice of Occupational Therapy in Africa
A continental gathering
The 13th OTARG Congress in Arusha
The 13th Occupational Therapy Africa Regional Group (OTARG) Congress successfully took place in Arusha, Tanzania, from 24 to 27 June 2025, with pre-congress workshops held on 23 June.
Themed “Taking Stock: A Celebration of the Past, Present, and Future Practice of Occupational Therapy in Africa”, the congress brought together occupational therapists, researchers, educators and students from across the continent.
Key features of the event included keynote speeches, panel discussions and collaborative presentations on the latest research and innovations in African occupational therapy.
Programme highlights
Knowledge, dialogue and collaboration
Panel discussions
Shared dialogue on practice, education, leadership and the priorities shaping the profession across the continent.
Research and innovation
Collaborative presentations showcased emerging evidence, locally relevant solutions and innovations in African occupational therapy.
Congress visuals
OTARG 13 in focus
Looking forward
Building on OTARG 13
OTARG continues to strengthen professional connection, learning and collaboration across Africa while planning for the 14th OTARG Congress.
