Head office Mobile no: +254(727)680022 info@kenyavetassociation.com

INTRODUCTION

World Veterinary Day is an international day observed each year on the last Saturday in April. This event aims to highlight and promote the different facets of the work performed by veterinarians all over the world and to raise awareness on their contribution to improve animal health and welfare, as well as public health and wealth creation through the animal resource sector.

This year, the World Veterinary Day will be held on 25th-27th April, 2018 at Green Hills Hotel in Nyeri County and thereafter, a field day to mark the World Veterinary Day celebrations on the 28thApril 2018 at Dedan Kimathi Stadium within Nyeri.

EXPECTED DELEGATES TO THE CONFERENCE

The conference targets about 600 delegates representing all the stakeholders in the livestock sector. The delegates with include and not limited to Officers and leadership from National Government, County Governments, Veterinary surgeons and paraprofessionals, Academia, Media, international delegates, Development Partners etc. It is also expected that the field day will host thousands of farmers.

INFORMATION ABOUT GREEN HILLS HOTEL

Green Hills is a 92-room and two penthouse Hotel that takes the standards of luxury service to the next level for travellers and conferences in the region. Rustic and beautiful in its symmetry covered in the cool airs of the highland region; this property is airy and spacious. Traditional Kenyan hospitality with modern care, borne out of decades of experience in crafting amazing experience, makes you the focus of our every motion.

WEATHER AND CLIMATE IN NYERI

Visitors to Nyeri during the month of April should be prepared for the possibility of rains. April is a wet month since its part of the rainy season (monsoon). This month is known as a very pleasant month temperature wise. The average maximum temperature lies at 26.0°C (78.8°F).

ARRIVAL IN NYERI

Delegates are expected to arrive in Nyeri on 24thApril, 2018 and head to their respective hotels. The conference will kick start on the 25that 9am.

HOTEL RESERVATIONS

The Conference cost will ONLY cover the cost of lunch and the two teas which will be served at the Conference venue, but excluding alcohol, telephone and facsimile services.

Participants are advised to book rooms directly to the preferred hotel using the contacts provided in the attachedlistofmajorhotelsinNyeri.

TRANSPORT ARRANGEMENT

All delegates as well as members of advance teams will be expected to make their own transport arrangements. However, there will be a pool transport from Kabete to Nyeri (on 24th April, 2018) for those who will have registered with the KVA Office 0727680022 by 6th April, 2018.

PARKING

Parking of vehicles will be at the Green Hills Hotel parking.

NAME TAGS AND ACCREDITATION

  • Registered and paid up delegates, NEC members and the secretariat will pick their already printed tags at the registration desk on 24thApril, 2018at the conference registration table.
  • Any other person not listed above including Speakers, sponsors, Rapporteurs e.t.c. will be registered onsite and will be issued with name tags.
  • All Participants are required to wear their designated badges throughout the conference
  • Loss of the badges/ nametags will be replaced upon payment of a fine of KES 500/=

PLEASE NOTE: Except the already registered and fully paid delegates, all other persons will pass through the cashier’s desk, get a clearance receipt and then proceed to the registration desk.

GENERAL INFORMATION

  • All major credit cards are acceptable.
  • There will be a lost & found desk at the conference venue.

REQUESTS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION

For more information please contact the Conference Secretariat via the following contacts;

  • KVA Secretariat
  • Call us on Cell No: +254 727 680 022
  • Email us on the Secretariat: 2018conference@kenyavetassociation.com

EXHIBITIONS

Set Up

  • All paid up exhibitors will be assigned a booth with their organizations name.
  • Designated Secretariat will be on the ground to assist you.
  • All Exhibitors can begin to decorate their stands on the afternoon of 24th April, 2018. The official time of the Exhibition will be from 9.00a.m to 5.00pm.

Exhibition Booths

  • The exhibition areas offered by the Secretariat are standard and cannot be altered..
  • Exhibitors will be provided with one (1) table and 2 chairs each.
  • Exhibitors are allowed to bring a screen
  • Exhibitors will cater for cost of their exhibition area
  • The exhibition area will be manned by a maximum of 2 people only.
  • The two people manning the booths are entitled to lunch and the two teas from 25th to 27th
  • The two stewards of the booth must be registered onsite and issued with name tags at the registration desk.
  • The Official Opening day will be on 25th April, 2018 at 10:30 am.

SECURITY/ OTHER

  • Green Hills Hotel will have ample security officers.
  • Security personnel will patrol the exhibition stands on 24th to 28th.
  • Delegates may be screened before being allowed access in some areas
  • There will be dedicated ushers to assist with logistics at the event.
  • In case of emergency while in the hotel call Primrose using 0737000951

HEALTH & SAFETY

The conference secretariat has organized for first aid services with the hotel. Kindly note the Secretariat will only cater for minor medical cases and emergency evacuations will be facilitated where necessary and at the delegates cost. Delegates will cater for their medical bills if hospitalized.

CONFERENCE SECRETARIAT

For more information please contact the conference secretariat via the following contacts;

NAME TELEPHONE NUMBER
Dr. Samuel Kahariri Conference Chairman 0720 227118
Dr. Samuel Makumi Logistical Management 0720 923250
Dr. Abraham Sangula Scientific Programme 0722 302444
Dr. Lilyan Mathai Scientific Programme 0720 737646
Dr. Isaiah Chacha Communication 0721 797 097
Dr. Joseph Odhiambo Finance 0722 350181
Linda Soi Conference Payments 0724 455708
Mary Malonza Registration 0721 557597
Edith Gitauh Event Coordinator 0713 919458

 

The abstract should be in English and have a maximum of 300 words in Times New Roman, double-spaced and font size 12, Left alignment. All abstracts should be submitted as Word documents by the 31st of January, 2018. Notice of acceptance will be given by the 16th of February, 2018. 

The abstracts should be concise and structured as below:

  • Introduction (inclusive of aim/objectives)
  • Methodology
  • Results
  • Conclusions
  • Key words

Indicate under which theme or sub-theme your abstract is submitted and whether it is an oral or poster presentation. 

Please submit your abstract on our registration page online at: Register online now.

Please direct any queries to 2018conference@kenyavetassociation.com

REGISTRATION

Delegate fees  are as follows:

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* Note: A student is defined as a holder of a student identification card from a recognised tertiary or secondary educational institution or international student card.  Students must be studying full time to qualify for the discounted rate.  Please note: A copy of your student identification card must be emailed to the Conference Organizers. Without this copy, the full registration fee will be charged.
** Conference fees includes: the conference program, abstract book and proceedings and daily refreshments.  

MODES OF PAYMENT

1. Direct bank deposit

  • Name of Bank: BARCLAYS BANK OF KENYA
  • Branch: WESTLANDS
  • Account Name: KENYA VETERINARY ASSOCIATION
  • Account number: 0731 359 571
  • Scan and send the deposit slip to 2018conference@kenyavetassociation.com or present physically at venue

2. LIPA NA MPESA: 

  • Pay bill: 303030
  • Account number: 0731 359 571
  • Then send the message received to +254 727 680 022 or 2018conference@kenyavetassociation.com

3. PDQ Machine: 

  • There will also be a PDQ machine for those who will want to use smartcards onsite.

Registration process

There are two ways to register: 

  • Complete our online registration form Register online now.
  • Pay and register on-site during the first day of the conference.   

Please send any queries regarding conference registration to; 2018conference@kenyavetassociation.com

 

Delegates are responsible for their own accommodation arrangements. Find below a list of accommodations:

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Please direct any queries to 2018conference@kenyavetassociation.com

 

The generous support of our partners and stakeholders has greatly assisted to widen participation in the event and is greatly appreciated. The main partners for this event are:

DIAMOND CATEGORY

GOLD CATEGORY

SILVER CATEGORY

BRONZE CATEGORY

OTHER CATEGORY

The Conference will provide the perfect forum for companies actively involved in the veterinary and relevant sectors to promote their products and services. There are many attractive sponsorship and advertising opportunities available to increase your company’s brand to your key target markets ranging from small to high-level packages.  Packages can also be individually tailored to suit your requirements.

To discuss sponsorship opportunities please drop us as an email at: 2018conference@kenyavetassociation.com

 

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