This is the official website of the South African Rheumatism and Arthritis Association, home of the rheumatology community of South Africa. Our aim is to promote, maintain and protect the honour and interest of the discipline of rheumatology as a medical specialty for the benefit of all.

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News and Events

Latest News and Events

Stay up to date with what's happening both locally and internationally

Local and International Events

Rheumatology masterclasses: TNF Inhibitors – 4 Feb 2026

 

Rheumatology masterclasses: Rituximab/Abatacept/Tocilizumab/Belimumab – 19 March 2026

 

Rheumatology Fellow workshop – 17 April 2026

 

Rheumatology Primary Healthcare Update – 18 April 2026

 

Rheumatology masterclasses: IL 17, IL 12/23, IL 23 – 22 April 2026

 

Rheumatology masterclasses: Access to b/tsDMARDs – 20 May 2026

 

EULAR Congress – 3 – 6 June 2026

 

Rheumatology masterclasses: JAK inhibitors – 24 June 2026

SARAA Congress 2026

Enhancing care in rheumatology 2026

7 May – 10 May

CSIR International Convention Centre, Pretoria

SARAA News
Covid-19 in Rheumatology

Useful Information & Available Resources regarding Coronavirus disease COVID-19

We are aware of the growing uncertainty surrounding the current corona virus outbreak. This page should provide access to key resources and information  related to this disease, especially as it pertains to South African citizens, and moreover for people living with rheumatic diseases.

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