UOF Africa
United Optometrist Forum
Connecting optometrists across the African continent — building a vibrant, educated, and empowered eye care community from Cape Town to Cairo.
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Regional Director
Dr. Elizabeth Chetty
Deputy Regional Director
Dr. Lynett E Masiwa
Dir. Education & Scientific Affairs
Obinwanne C. Jr
Dir. Membership & Engagement
Tanvi Shah
Dir. Research & Innovation
Dr. Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu
What UOF Africa Offers You
Growing Community
A rapidly expanding network of optometrists across Sub-Saharan and North Africa.
CPD Education
Access to UOF webinars, Optoverse Academy courses, and EyeQon series — all CPD accredited.
Regional Events
Zone-specific webinars, workshops, and networking events tailored for African optometrists.
Professional Support
Guidance on licensing, career development, and clinical best practices across African markets.
SPECTRA AI Access
AI-powered clinical assistant available to all UOF Africa members 24/7.
Optoverse Conference
Discounted and complimentary access to the annual Optoverse Conference for members.
Countries in the Africa Zone
Leadership & Governance
UOF Africa Zone leadership.
Dr. Elizabeth Chetty
✓ ConfirmedDr. Lynett E Masiwa
✓ ConfirmedObinwanne C. Jr
✓ ConfirmedTanvi Shah
✓ ConfirmedDr. Uchechukwu Levi Osuagwu
✓ ConfirmedBe Part of the Africa Zone
Join UOF Global and connect with optometrists across Africa. Grow your career, earn CPD points, and be part of a movement transforming eye care on the continent.