African Institute of Medical Scientists - AIMS

09/08/2026

05/08/2026

We're proud to celebrate one of our co-founders, Ginokwakhe Ngcobo, who has been featured in the latest edition of the NHLS LabRap. 👏

23/07/2026

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17/07/2026

As we approach Nelson Mandela Day, let’s reflect on our impact beyond the lab.

As medical scientists and healthcare professionals, we serve, mentor, and uplift every day.

Mandela’s legacy reminds us that change is built through compassion, integrity, and service.

This Mandela Day, may we go beyond 67 minutes and commit to making a difference every day.

At the African Institute of Medical Scientists, excellence is strengthened by humanity.

07/07/2026

A heartfelt thank you from AIMS to all of our incredible speakers for sharing your time, knowledge, and expertise at our Independent Practice Talk.🧡💙

03/07/2026

AIMS extends its sincere appreciation to Abbott for your support and valued presence at our Independent Practice Talk.

Your support helped create an engaging platform where medical scientists, industry partners, and healthcare professionals could connect, share knowledge, and explore opportunities within independent practice. Partnerships such as these are instrumental in strengthening our profession and advancing healthcare in South Africa.

As a global leader in diagnostics and healthcare innovation, Abbott continues to empower healthcare professionals with technologies that improve patient care, enhance diagnostic capabilities, and support better health outcomes. Your commitment to advancing science and expanding access to quality healthcare aligns strongly with AIMS’ mission to support and develop the medical laboratory profession.

Thank you for investing in the growth of medical scientists and for partnering with AIMS to make this event a success. We value your support and look forward to future collaborations that continue to drive innovation, professional development, and excellence in laboratory medicine.

03/07/2026

AIMS extends its sincere gratitude to Vundla Biologistics for your support and valued presence at our Independent Practice Talk.

Your support helped make this event a meaningful platform for learning, networking, and professional growth for medical scientists exploring opportunities in independent practice.

Behind every diagnostic result is a system that depends on the safe, reliable, and timely movement of laboratory specimens, medical supplies, and critical healthcare resources.

Vundla BioLogistics plays an essential role in strengthening this healthcare ecosystem through its expertise in BioLogistics, temperature-controlled transport, and scientific logistics, ensuring that laboratories, researchers, and healthcare providers can deliver quality patient care with confidence.

We are grateful for your investment in the medical laboratory profession and for partnering with AIMS to support initiatives that empower medical scientists and foster collaboration across the healthcare sector.

Thank you for helping us build stronger connections between science, diagnostics, and healthcare delivery. We look forward to future opportunities to work together in advancing laboratory medicine and healthcare in South Africa.

03/07/2026

AIMS extends its sincere appreciation to Beckman Coulter Life Sciences for supporting our Independent Practice Talk.

Thank you for your presence at the event and for partnering with AIMS to create an engaging platform for learning, networking, and professional development. Your support contributed significantly to the success of the day and helped bring together medical scientists, industry leaders, and independent practitioners to explore the future of diagnostic and laboratory medicine.

As a global leader in life science and laboratory solutions, Beckman Coulter Life Sciences continues to play an important role in advancing scientific discovery, improving laboratory workflows, and supporting healthcare through innovative technologies. We value your commitment to the medical laboratory profession and your investment in initiatives that empower healthcare professionals.

We are grateful for your partnership and look forward to collaborating on future opportunities that continue to strengthen medical science and laboratory medicine in South Africa.

03/07/2026

AIMS extends its heartfelt thanks to Siwela Laboratory for supporting our Independent Practice Talk and for sharing your inspiring journey in independent practice.

A special thank you to Sekeka Ngqwala for generously sharing your experience of establishing and leading an independent cellular pathology laboratory. Your insights into the realities, opportunities, and challenges of building a successful practice provided attendees with practical guidance and inspiration, demonstrating what is possible for medical scientists who aspire to create their own impact in healthcare.

Your showcase highlighted the vital role that independent diagnostic facilities play in expanding access to quality pathology services and advancing patient care. Hearing first-hand how innovation, dedication, and professional excellence can be translated into a thriving independent practice made your contribution especially meaningful.

Thank you for investing your time, expertise, and experience in the next generation of medical scientists. We are grateful for your willingness to encourage, and empower colleagues who are considering their own journeys into independent practice.

We look forward to future opportunities to collaborate as we continue to strengthen and celebrate the medical laboratory profession in South Africa.

03/07/2026

AIMS extends its sincere appreciation to KAT Laboratory & Medical for supporting our Independent Practice Talk and for making a valuable contribution to the success of the event.

Thank you to the KAT team for delivering an insightful presentation on establishing and growing an independent practice as a medical scientist in South Africa. Your practical guidance, combined with your perspective on the role that laboratory suppliers and diagnostic partners play in supporting healthcare delivery, provided attendees with knowledge that is both empowering and immediately applicable.

Your willingness to share your expertise and experience gave attendees a clearer picture of the opportunities, partnerships, and practical considerations involved in building sustainable diagnostic services.

As a trusted supplier of laboratory equipment, diagnostic kits, reagents, and point-of-care technologies across Southern Africa, KAT Laboratory & Medical continues to play an important role in strengthening healthcare through quality diagnostics and reliable support.

We are grateful for your investment in the professional development of medical scientists and your commitment to advancing healthcare in our region. Thank you for partnering with AIMS. We look forward to future collaborations that continue to equip, inspire, and empower medical scientists across South Africa.