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Emperor’s Palace Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa
The South African Monitoring and Evaluation Association (SAMEA) is delighted to invite you to its 10th Biennial Conference, taking place from 8–12 March 2027 at the Emperor’s Palace Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa.
This milestone conference celebrates SAMEA’s 10th biennial gathering that have strengthened Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) practice across South Africa and the African continent. It will bring together practitioners, researchers, policymakers, government leaders, development partners, academics, emerging evaluators to exchange knowledge, showcase innovation and shape the future of evidence-informed decision-making.
Celebrating over Two Decades of M&E Excellence
As SAMEA celebrates its 10th Biennial Conference, the event represents more than a milestone—it reflects over two decades of advancing African-led knowledge generation, strengthening professional practice and promoting the use of evidence to improve policies, programmes and development outcomes.
The conference provides a unique platform for delegates from across Africa and beyond to exchange ideas, build lasting partnerships and contribute to shaping the future of Monitoring, Evaluation, Research and Learning.
Whether you are an experienced evaluator, researcher, policymaker, development practitioner, academic, student or evidence champion, SAMEA 2027 promises an inspiring week of learning, collaboration and networking. You are invited to participate as a Delegate, Presenter, Workshop Facilitator, Exhibitor or Sponsor.
Information regarding abstract submissions, workshop proposals, registration and sponsorship opportunities will be released soon. SAMEA encourages you to visit the website regularly for updates and to secure your place at this landmark conference.
Conference Theme – The Future of MERL: Innovation, Inclusion, and Impact
As the monitoring and evaluation landscape continues to transform, practitioners are challenged to embrace modern methodologies, foster equity, and validate systemic growth. SAMEA 2027 explores how emerging tech, evidence-informed choices, and adaptive frameworks reinforce policy outcomes across South Africa and beyond.
What to Expect
- Keynote Addresses – from global and regional M&E thought leaders and innovators.
- Pre-Conference Workshops – targeting specific practical skills development and emerging focus topics.
- Interactive Sessions – featuring vibrant parallel tracks spanning diverse research domains.
- High-Value Networking – sessions to establish career-defining collaborations with peers and executives.
- Exhibition & Partners – highlighting innovative solutions, services, and toolkits.