Welcome to the 2025 Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Congress

Dear friends and colleagues,

It is a great pleasure and privilege to invite you to the 2025 Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Congress of South Africa (SA-CMR), taking place at the University of Cape Town’s Graduate School of Business Academic Conference Centre from 15 to 17 August 2025.

This year’s theme, "Equitable CMR access in low- and middle-income countries", will provide a unique opportunity for us to reflect on how we can collectively advance CMR practice, education, and research in resource-poor settings. We will explore how to build a community of practice focused on equity, accessibility, affordability, and sustainability of our art and science.

SA-CMR is the only event of its kind on the African continent, bringing together professionals from various fields, including cardiologists, radiologists, radiographers, physicists, biomedical engineers, and trainees. The congress has the endorsement of prestigious organizations such as the SA Heart® and RSSA, and is held under the auspices of the Cardiovascular Imaging Society of South Africa (CISSA) and the South African Society for Cardiovascular Imaging (SASOCI).

This year’s event will feature a comprehensive scientific program that spans basic sciences to advanced clinical applications, with a focus on cardiovascular conditions prevalent in sub-Saharan Africa and other low- and middle-income countries. The sessions will be led by world-renowned experts in the field.

As always, SA-CMR offers incredible opportunities to network with peers, discuss emerging trends, and share experiences with colleagues from around the world. Industry partners will also be present, showcasing the latest advancements in cardiovascular imaging.

I am very much looking forward to welcoming you to Cape Town, where you will engage with cutting-edge science, practice, and fellow delegates from across the globe.

Professor Ntobeko Ntusi
Director, Cardiovascular Magnetic Resonance Congress of South Africa