Join the college community of O&G specialists.
ECSACOG membership is the mark of professional excellence in Obstetrics & Gynaecology across East, Central and Southern Africa. Qualified specialists are invited to join through MCOG or FCOG by election, recognising their contribution to the specialty.
ECSACOG College Designations
Recognised excellence
in O&G
Membership Categories
Choose your membership path.
ECSACOG offers membership routes for qualified specialists, distinguished contributors, and institutions committed to women's health across the region.
Awarded to qualified O&G specialists who have demonstrated sustained clinical excellence and commitment to women's health over a minimum of five years post-fellowship practice.
Eligibility
- FCOG or equivalent fellowship qualification
- Minimum 5 years post-fellowship clinical practice
- Active medical registration in home country
- Two nominations from current ECSACOG fellows
Conferred upon O&G specialists who have made a significant and enduring contribution to the specialty — through research, education, policy, or exemplary clinical service.
Eligibility
- MCOG or equivalent recognised fellowship
- Distinguished contribution to O&G or women's health
- Nomination by the ECSACOG Executive Committee
- Ratification by College Council
For hospitals, medical schools, and training institutions committed to advancing O&G training and women's health services across the ECSACOG region.
Eligibility
- Registered healthcare or academic institution
- Active O&G department or women's health programme
- Designated institutional liaison contact
- Commitment to ECSACOG educational standards
Why Join
The value of college membership.
ECSACOG membership connects you to a professional network, continuing education resources, and opportunities to shape the future of O&G in the region.
Automatically record your continuing professional development activities. Download verified CPD certificates for regulatory or licensing purposes.
Full access to ECSACOG clinical practice guidelines, the college journal, position statements, and curated O&G literature resources.
Eligible members may vote in college elections, participate in committee work, and contribute to shaping ECSACOG training standards and policy.
Preferential registration rates and abstract submission rights for the ECSACOG Annual Scientific Congress — the region's premier O&G conference.
Connect with over 1,200 O&G specialists across 18 countries through regional chapters, special interest groups, and the member directory.
Senior members are invited to serve as examiners, supervisors, and curriculum contributors — shaping the next generation of African O&G specialists.
Application Process
How membership election works.
Our election process is rigorous and transparent, ensuring that ECSACOG membership remains a mark of genuine professional distinction.
Submit your online application with all required documents, nomination letters, and the application fee through the portal.
The Membership Committee verifies credentials, qualifications, and nomination letters. You are notified of shortlisting within 3–4 weeks.
Shortlisted candidates are presented to the College Council at its next scheduled meeting for formal election to membership.
Elected members receive their official ECSACOG membership certificate, designation, and access to the full member portal.