A journey through AFCO’s rich history of continental gatherings — where optometric leaders, practitioners, and partners unite to advance eye health across Africa.
Since 2001, AFCO has brought together optometrists from across Africa for Annual General Meetings and scientific conferences. These gatherings have been pivotal in shaping the profession, fostering collaboration, and advancing eye health.
Joint conference with the Nigerian Optometric Association (NOA). Featured the commissioning of the AFCO Regional Secretariat and high-level policy dialogues on integrating optometry into primary healthcare.
Constitutional review and adoption of new governance structures. Strengthened regional coordination frameworks.
Dr. Enwantang Ayoukutang elected as President. Focus on Francophone engagement and expansion into Central Africa.
Mr. Richard Maveneka elected President. Focus on regional integration and expanding membership in Southern Africa.
Landmark conference where the new AFCO constitution was adopted, establishing the AFCO Foundation, subcommittees, and fellowship programs.
Mr. Dralega Anguo elected President. Focus on Lusophone African engagement and expanding membership.
Dr. Uduak Udom elected President. Strengthened ties with the World Council of Optometry and international partners.
After cancellation of the Abidjan conference due to civil unrest, the AGM successfully convened in Lomé, strengthening Francophone engagement.
Inaugural AGM establishing the tradition of continental gatherings for strategic planning, fellowship, and professional development.
Formal inauguration of the African Council of Optometry during the Nigerian Optometric Association General Delegates Meeting. Prof. D. Sheni elected as first President.
AFCO was proposed at the IACLE conference, bringing together seven founding nations: Gambia, Ghana, Kenya, Nigeria, Tanzania, Togo, and South Africa.
Years of Conferences
Host Countries
Delegates Reached
Scientific Sessions
Moments from past AFCO gatherings across the continent — celebrating unity, learning, and progress.
Historic joint AFCO-NOA conference with the commissioning of the AFCO Regional Secretariat in Abuja, Nigeria.
Landmark conference where the new AFCO constitution was adopted, establishing subcommittees and fellowship programs.
The first AFCO Annual General Meeting, establishing the tradition of continental gatherings for strategic planning and fellowship.
The founding conference where AFCO was proposed at the IACLE conference, bringing together seven founding nations.
Dr. Enwantang Ayoukutang elected President. Focus on Francophone engagement and Central African expansion.
Mr. Richard Maveneka elected President. Focus on regional integration and Southern African expansion.
Join us for the landmark joint conference hosting the 49th NOA Annual Scientific Conference and AFCO AGM. Be part of history as we commission the AFCO Regional Secretariat in Abuja.
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