World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists (WFSA)
The World Federation of Societies of Anaesthesiologists (WFSA) is a global organization representing anaesthesiologists from over 150 countries. Its mission is to unite anaesthesia providers worldwide to improve patient care and safety, particularly in low- and middle-income countries.
This partnership enables SATA members to:
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Access global training and capacity-building opportunities.
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Participate in international scientific meetings and conferences.
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Contribute to the development of global anaesthesia standards and guidelines.
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Collaborate in projects promoting safe anaesthesia for every patient, everywhere — a principle that aligns perfectly with SATA’s vision.
Through WFSA, SATA strengthens its commitment to global patient safety, education, and professional solidarity in anaesthesia.
College of Anaesthesiologists of East, Central and Southern Africa (CANECSA)
SATA is also affiliated with the College of Anaesthesiologists of East, Central and Southern Africa (CANECSA) — a regional professional body dedicated to training, examining, and accrediting anaesthesiologists within the ECSA region.
This collaboration underscores SATA’s commitment to advancing postgraduate education and harmonizing standards of anaesthesia practice across member states.
Through CANECSA, SATA members benefit from:
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Access to regional fellowship and membership training programs.
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Opportunities for examiner and faculty development.
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Involvement in curriculum design and quality assurance of anaesthesia training institutions.
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Participation in regional conferences and research collaborations.
Together, SATA and CANECSA work toward a common goal — building a critical mass of well-trained anaesthesiologists who can meet the growing surgical and critical care needs of the region.
Medical Association of Tanzania (MAT)
The Medical Association of Tanzania (MAT) is the umbrella professional body representing doctors and healthcare practitioners in Tanzania.
SATA maintains a strong affiliation with MAT as part of the national medical community, ensuring that anaesthesiologists’ voices are included in key discussions on health policy, medical ethics, and workforce development.
Through this partnership, SATA:
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Advocates for improved working environments and recognition of anaesthesia professionals.
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Contributes to policy dialogue on national health priorities, medical regulation, and education.
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Participates in joint health campaigns and professional forums.
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Promotes inter-specialty collaboration across Tanzania’s healthcare system.
The affiliation with MAT reinforces SATA’s status as a recognized professional body under the Tanzanian medical framework and provides a unified platform for advancing healthcare quality and patient safety nationwide.