News & Announcements

ASSM Master Class: Fundamentals in Sexual Medicine — Call for Applications

6-week virtual Master Class for healthcare professionals in Africa · Applications close October 27, 2026

ASSM is proud to present its 6-week virtual Master Class on the Fundamentals of Sexual Medicine. Gain practical skills to diagnose and manage sexual problems and dysfunctions through weekly Tuesday sessions (6–8pm EAT), one 2-hour class blending virtual didactic teaching and practical sessions. Qualification requirements: at least 3 years clinical experience; a bachelor’s degree in a relevant field; and Trainer of Trainers (ToT) status. Applications close October 27, 2026.

How to build Trust in the Clinical Workplace

Webinar recording for clinical supervisors · Dr Madeleine Muller

A one-hour webinar in four short parts on emotional competence, trust in the clinical learning environment, communication, and feedback. An extract from the award-winning (NUTA 2026) SWAT supervisor training. Free to watch and share with clinical supervisors.

Oncosexology course now in the member portal

ASSM in collaboration with the Sub-Saharan Africa Oncosexology Training Program, ISSM / SMSNA — 15 lecture units

ASSM members can now take the Oncosexology program alongside the Introductory Course. ASSM offers this course in collaboration with the Sub-Saharan Africa Oncosexology Training Program, ISSM / SMSNA. Sign in, open Courses, and choose Oncosexology for 15 units: an introductory psychosocial and sexual care pathway, then lectures on sexual history, fertility, treatment side-effects, partners and caregivers, adolescent and young adult care, and ethics in African practice. Each unit has a 20-minute test (80% to pass), in English and French.

President Tammary Rotich at WAS 2026 Cape Town

ASSM President at the World Sexual Health Assembly

ASSM President Prof. Tammary Rotich represented the African Society for Sexual Medicine at the World Association for Sexual Health (WAS) gathering in Cape Town. As a member of the World Sexual Health Assembly Steering Committee, she joined global partners to shape the sexual health agenda through 2030.

Prof. Tammary Rotich Appointed as New ASSM President

First Female President in ASSM History

Prof. Rotich's visionary leadership marks a new era for advancing sexual healthcare and rights across Africa.

ASSM Healthcare Initiative Expands Across Africa

New community health programs launched in partnership with regional healthcare organizations across the continent.

Breakthrough Research in African Sexual Health

Latest research findings published by African researchers contributing to global sexual medicine knowledge.

Case of the Month by Dr. Joachim Osur

Members can access the monthly clinical case discussion in the member portal.