Everything delegates need to know about the venue, registration, accommodation, accreditation and transport for the 2026 Annual Meeting.
Register Now Book AccommodationSet in landscaped gardens in the heart of Kigali, the Serena Hotel pairs full conference facilities with resort-style grounds for delegates during the Annual Meeting.
Landscaped gardens and terraces surrounding the hotel's pool, a relaxed setting between sessions.
Guest rooms overlook the pool courtyard, giving the venue a resort feel within the city centre.
The main entrance and front gardens, with dedicated arrival and accreditation points for delegates.
Conference rooms are fully equipped for high-level, multi-day proceedings with technical production, interpretation-ready audio and livestream capability.
Main plenary sessions with hollow-square seating for member and observer jurisdictions, staging, LED screens, sound and lighting production, and full video coverage.
Dedicated breakout sessions across the Serena Hotel and Marriott Hotel, with staging, screens, sound, dedicated internet and recording, run in parallel with the main plenary programme.
Registration, hotel booking and accreditation are handled through an integrated platform ahead of arrival, with on-site badge collection in Kigali. This is the first step for every delegate attending.
Delegates register and book accommodation online, with guidance issued by the Secretariat and host jurisdiction ahead of the meeting.
Airport welcome, transfer to hotels, and accreditation with QR-coded badges at dedicated on-site stations.
Scheduled hotel–venue shuttle transport, an information desk, and protocol support for VIPs and delegations throughout the week.
Additional accommodation is available a short distance from the Kigali Serena Hotel for delegates who prefer, or are assigned, alternative lodging for the meeting.
Also hosts breakout sessions during the Annual Meeting; held within the official room block for delegates.
Alternative accommodation near the venue for delegates and observer delegations.
Additional nearby accommodation option for delegates.
