The Venue

Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre.

Tanzania's flagship convention centre — on the shores of the Indian Ocean, in the heart of Dar es Salaam, fifteen minutes from the international airport.

About JNICC

A venue worthy of a continental milestone.

Purpose-built for international congresses, the JNICC welcomes up to 2,000 delegates across a grand plenary auditorium, multiple breakout halls and dedicated exhibition space — all steps from Dar es Salaam's seafront promenade and the city's main business district.

Up to 2,000 delegates
~15 min from JNIA airport
Central Dar es Salaam, on the ocean
High-speed connectivity throughout
Full catering & hospitality
Modern AV & translation
JNICC convention centre at blue hour
Dar es Salaam skyline
Indian Ocean coastline
Facilities

Every space the Congress needs, in one building.

Plenary Auditorium

Tiered seating for the full delegation, with simultaneous translation booths.

Parallel Session Halls

Multiple breakout halls running symposia and abstract sessions side by side.

Exhibition & Industry Space

A dedicated hall for partners, industry symposia and product theatres.

Poster Gallery

A curated gallery for poster presentations with scheduled author walk-throughs.

Networking Lounges

Quiet lounges, terraces and catering points designed for collaboration.

Business Centre

On-site printing, fast Wi-Fi and meeting rooms for working delegates.

Getting There

Fifteen minutes from the runway to the auditorium.

  • From JNIA International Airport

    Approximately 15 minutes by road in normal traffic; direct flights connect Dar es Salaam to major African and global hubs.

  • Taxis & ride-hailing

    Metred taxis are available at the airport. Uber and Bolt operate widely across the city.

  • Delegate shuttles

    A shuttle programme between partner hotels and the venue is being planned — details to be announced.

Where to Stay

Hotels for every delegate, minutes from the venue.

A discounted delegate hotel block will be announced closer to the Congress. The hotels listed below are illustrative options across three tiers.

Luxury

Oceanfront 5★

Five-star ocean-view suites, spa and fine dining on the Msasani peninsula.

5 min · seafront
Luxury

Harbour Grand Hotel

Landmark hotel overlooking the harbour with executive lounges and rooftop dining.

8 min · harbour
Premium

Bayview Premier

Modern four-star property with conference shuttle and full business amenities.

10 min · city centre
Premium

Garden Boulevard Hotel

Contemporary rooms, generous pool deck and walking distance to dining streets.

12 min · upper Hill
Comfort

Kivukoni Comfort Inn

Friendly mid-range option close to the waterfront promenade and fish market.

15 min · waterfront
Comfort

Coral Suites & Apartments

Apartment-style stays ideal for longer trips and small delegations.

18 min · Masaki

Hotel names shown are illustrative placeholders — the official partner list will be published in due course.

Explore Dar es Salaam

A city of warmth, water and rhythm.

Plan Your Stay
Coco Beach

Coco Beach

Local Sunday hangout on the Msasani peninsula — music, food stalls, ocean breeze.

Kivukoni Fish Market

Kivukoni Fish Market

Sunrise at one of the most vibrant fish markets on the East African coast.

Village Museum

Village Museum

Open-air heritage village showcasing traditional dwellings from across Tanzania.

Zanzibar Day Trip

Zanzibar Day Trip

A short hop across the channel to Stone Town's spice markets and white-sand beaches.