At the centre of the emblem is a rising sun positioned behind the African continent. This element symbolises renewal, wisdom, and the emergence of African-led collaboration in health and education. The horizon line represents a shared future shaped through collective effort and transformative practice.

Surrounding the sun are interwoven, braided patterns inspired by African textiles. These threads reflect unity in diversity and emphasise the interconnectedness required for effective interprofessional collaboration across disciplines, communities, and contexts.

The African continent silhouette reinforces the centrality of African knowledge systems as a foundation for global relevance and innovation. Extending from the sun are radiating rays, each representing AfrIPEN’s working groups and illustrating growth, impact, and the dissemination of knowledge across borders.

Together, these visual elements communicate the spirit of AfrIPEN 2026: a conference grounded in African leadership, collaborative practice, and a collective vision for strengthening interprofessional futures.