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What this study tour is about
This study tour explores the African philosophy of Ubuntu, commonly expressed as “I am because we are”, and its relevance to contemporary nursing practice, teamwork and community health. Ubuntu emphasises interconnectedness, shared responsibility and the belief that individual wellbeing is
inseparable from the wellbeing of others. These values align closely with the foundations of nursing, yet are often challenged by modern healthcare systems shaped by workload pressures, task-driven models of care and professional silos.
Through guided cultural experiences, community engagement and discussions with South African health professionals, participants will examine how Ubuntu is reflected in everyday healthcare delivery, family involvement, community-based services and interprofessional relationships.
The tour will explore how historical, social and economic factors have shaped health systems in South Africa, and how collective approaches to care continue to influence health practices across hospital, primary care and community settings.
Participants will be encouraged to reflect on how Ubuntu contrasts with, complements or challenges Australian healthcare models, particularly in relation to professional boundaries, teamwork, cultural safety, patient-centred care and workforce wellbeing.
The study tour will also consider how nurses can incorporate principles of relational practice, shared decision-making and community connection into their own workplaces without compromising professional standards or safety.
This program is designed to support nurses to think differently about care delivery, leadership and professional identity, using Ubuntu as a lens to re-examine what it means to work in a profession built on connection, compassion and collective responsibility — even within complex, high-pressure health systems.
Study Tour Learning Outcomes
On completion of this study tour, participants will be able to:
- Explain the core principles of Ubuntu and analyse how this philosophy influences healthcare relationships, teamwork and community-based models of care in South Africa.
- Critically compare Ubuntu-informed approaches to care with Australian nursing practice, identifying similarities, differences and implications for patient-centred and culturally responsive care.
- Evaluate how social, historical and economic factors shape health service delivery and health outcomes in South African communities, and reflect on parallels within Australian healthcare contexts.
- Identify practical strategies for integrating relational, community-focused principles into everyday nursing practice while maintaining professional standards, safety and ethical responsibilities.
Not your typical Nursing CPD Conference
LEAD ACADEMIC FACILITATOR:
Prof. Mavis Mulaudzi
BCur(Unisa),B Cur Hons(Unisa), M Cur(Unisa)D Littet Phil(Unisa), Post Graduate Diploma in Health Research
Ethics(UCT), R/M, R/M
Professor Fhumulani Mavis Mulaudzi is the South African Research Chair (SARChI) in the Ubuntu Community Model in Nursing and a Professor of Nursing at the University of Pretoria. With more than 37 years of professional experience, she is widely recognised for her leadership, scholarship, and commitment to advancing nursing practice in South Africa and beyond.
Professor Mulaudzi served for a decade as Head of the Department of Nursing Science and later spent five years as Chair of the School of Health Care Sciences. Her career has been marked by significant leadership roles across national, and international nursing and health organisations, reflecting her strong influence on policy, education, and professional development.
She has held prominent positions including Chairperson of the Forum for University Nursing Deans in South Africa (FUNDISA), a QUAD member of the African Regulatory Committee, African Regional Coordinator of Sigma Theta Tau, President of the Chi Xi at-Large Chapter, and Treasurer of the Committee of South African Health Science Deans. She is also a founding member of the Academy of Science Nursing in South Africa (ANSA) and has served three terms on the CSIR Research Committee. In addition, she has been Deputy Chair of Bamboo Bridge International, an organisation that promotes traditional healing and complementary approaches to care.
Professor Mulaudzi’s contribution to research has been widely recognised. She was a runner-up for the Distinguished Women in Science Award in 2011 for her work in Indigenous Knowledge Systems, and she is currently a C3-rated researcher with the National Research Foundation (NRF). Her research focuses on human rights and ethics, HIV and AIDS, reproductive health, and Indigenous Knowledge Systems, with a strong emphasis on the philosophy of Ubuntu in nursing ethics and practice.
She currently serves as Editor-in-Chief of Curationis, a leading nursing journal, is a member of the Scientific Electronic Library Online (SciELO) Advisory Board, and holds the position of Deputy President of the Democratic Nursing Organisation of South Africa (DENOSA). Her expertise and influence are further reflected in her frequent invitations to deliver keynote addresses at national and international conferences.
FACILITATOR:
Sue Walker
RN, BN, BN (ADMIN), MPHC, MACN, Specialist Nurse Educator
Sue is an Australian nurse educator, conference director and CPD specialist with extensive experience in clinical practice, leadership, education and public health. She is the Director and Co-Founder of Nurses for Nurses and a key contributor to Nursing CPD, where she helps deliver evidence-based education and professional development programs for nurses and midwives across Australia and internationally.
Sue holds qualifications in nursing, health administration and public health, along with postgraduate studies in gerontology, psychiatry of ageing, chemotherapy administration and training and assessment. Her career has included frontline nursing, senior management and education leadership.
At the heart of her work is a simple belief: nurses and midwives are not just the backbone of healthcare, they are critical decision-makers whose knowledge, judgement and advocacy directly influence patient outcomes and system safety. Sue’s goal is to ensure nurses and midwives are supported and professionally empowered to meet the growing complexity of modern healthcare while sustaining long, fulfilling careers.
Program:
Delivered in two formats in the spirit of adult learning, the live presentations are delivered during the event, and the online library prior to the start date. The library is an essential component of the entire program.
The library consists of material supplied by our Presenter, which may include any of the following:
- Research documents, links to external information and recorded presentations
The research documents and recorded presentations form part of the Continuing Professional Development activities. They are delivered to you before the commencement date so you can start your education early. If you choose not to undertake these activities prior, there is a two-week window post event where the library remains open to you. You can also undertake the library activities during the actual study tour.
Below is a snapshot of the Program:
Day One: 01 jAN 2027
ARRIVE CAPE TOWN
Take your time to unpack your bags and relax.
Evening: Welcome Function
Day 02: 23 jAN 2027
Conference Day
Stay tuned as the program is yet to be finalised.
Afternoon: Visit to the Local Hospital
We will visit a local hospital and review the similarities and differences – this is an opportunity to learn from each other.
Evening: GOLD Restaurant for Dinner & Live Entertainment
Day 03: 24 Jan 2027
Full Day Tour – Cape Peninsula
Enjoy a day of spectacular sites and sounds which will include the following:
Day 04: 25 Jan 2027
Full Day Tour – Private Winelands Includes Lunch
Enjoy a day of spectacular sites and sounds which will include the following:
The Rest of the Day
Take the rest of the day to explore at your leisure.
Day 05: 26 Jan 2027
Fly cape town to Limpopo
Your Safari Begins!
On arrival you will be transferred to Shiduli Private Game Reserve, set in the wildlife-rich Limpopo province.
This is a land of remarkable sights and sounds — from golden sunsets over the bushveld to the flavours of local
cuisine — where African culture, landscape, and wildlife come together.
Self-directed Learning – TBA
Afternoon: First Game Drive
Head out on your first safari experience, an unforgettable introduction to the African bush as the day cools and wildlife becomes active.
Evening: Enjoy a delicious dinner back at the reserve
Day 06: 27 Jan 2027
Shiduli Private Game
Reserve
Morning: Game Drive
Venture out at first light when wildlife is most active.
Sightings may include elephant herds moving through the bush, giraffe browsing acacia trees, zebra and antelope grazing the plains, and predators returning from the night’s
hunt.
Self-directed Learning – TBA
Afternoon: Game Drive
As temperatures cool, look out for lions, leopards, hyena, and plains game gathering near water sources.
Evening: Enjoy a delicious dinner back at the reserve
Day 07: 28 Jan 2027
Shiduli Private Game
Reserve
Morning: Game Drive
Venture out at first light when wildlife is most active.
Search for elusive species such as leopard and cheetah, alongside warthog, kudu, impala, wildebeest, and a wide variety of birdlife.
Self-directed Learning – TBA
Afternoon: Game Drive
As temperatures cool, look out for lions, leopards, hyena, and plains game gathering near water sources.
Evening: Enjoy a delicious dinner back at the reserve
Day 08: 29 Jan 2027
SHIDULI PRIVATE GAME
RESERVE
Morning: Game Drive
Venture out at first light when wildlife is most active.
Search for elusive species such as leopard and cheetah, alongside warthog, kudu, impala, wildebeest, and a wide variety of birdlife.
Self-directed Learning – TBA
Afternoon: Game Drive
As temperatures cool, look out for lions, leopards, hyena, and plains game gathering near water sources.
Evening: Enjoy a delicious dinner back at the reserve
Day 09: 30 Jan 2027
Karongwe Johannesburg (Sandton)
Enjoy this day and explore at your leisure.
Day 10: 31 Jan 2027
HALF CONFERENCE DAY
Stay tuned as the program is yet to be finalised.
Afternoon: Visit to the Local Hospital
We will visit a local hospital and review the similarities and differences – this is an opportunity to learn from each other.
Day 11: 01 fEB 2027
Full Day TOUR
Enjoy a day of spectacular sites and sounds which will include the following:
Day 12: 02 jAN 2027
gOOD BYE
Today we say our final goodbyes.
Tour Inclusions
- 4 nights accommodation at Radisson RED Cape Town V&A Waterfront.
- Half-day conference at Radisson Red V&A Waterfront Hotel including tea and coffee breaks with snacks.
- Dinner at GOLD Restaurant: Dinner & Live Entertainment.
- Full Day Private Cape Peninsula Tour including, Chapmans Peak Drive, Cape of Goodhope (Cape Point), Cape Point – Funicular, Boulders Beach and Groote Schuur Heart Museum.
- Meal at Seaforth Restaurant: Set Menu E – Half Crayfish.
- Full Day Private Winelands Tour including lunch.
- 4 nights accommodation at Shiduli Private Game Reserve in a Luxury Suite.
- 3 nights accommodation at Protea Hotel Johannesburg Balalaika Sandton.
- Hector Pieterson Museum.
- Mandela’s House.
- Lunch at Sakhumzi Restaurant.
- Transportation as per itinerary above.
- Gratuities for tourist guides, drivers, game rangers and trackers.
- Donations to every health care facility we visit.
Program Inclusions
- An extensive program based on current best practice.
- Dedicated Space for expert presentations and reflection.
- Coffee breaks and lunches on presentation days.
- Education content that meets the same exacting standards as anything offered in an Australian program.
- Presenters that are excited to be able to share their skill, knowledge, and passion.
- An online library filled to the brim with educational content that allows you to create your own learning experience.
- A Registration Reception including complimentary drinks where you can meet other Attendees and network with Convenors and Presenter/s.
- A Transcript reflecting all education sessions, presentations and hospital/health centre site visits.
- A Certificate of Completion identifying the CPD hours attached to the Program for you to include in your CPD Evidence Portfolio.
Exclusions
- Flights to and from South Africa
- Travel Insurance
- Personal expenses, Airport and hotel porterage fees
- Meals & drinks not mentioned
- Arrival & departure transfer to airport
- Visa
- Tips and gratuities meals
- Visits, other entrances not mentioned above
- Optional Tours
Costs
| Delegate (Twin Share) | $9195 per person |
| Single Supplement (Own room for one) | $4100 per person |
| Deposit | $800 per person |
Please note that if you are travelling on your own, you will be paired with another single traveller, as accommodation at the safari lodge is limited. Single occupancy can be arranged on request.
Payments including deposits are being handled by our Conference Partner – Education at Sea.
Prices are subject to change, Education at Sea has reserved the right to re-cost pricing in the event of significant currency fluctuations. A non-refundable deposit of $200 per person is due at time of booking with the final balance payable by the 10th July 2024. All funds are non-refundable after the final payment date.
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WHAT OUR ATTENDEES HAD TO SAY
Sue has a fantastic presentation style, using language that we could all understand and also using real-world scenarios to underpin the concepts being taught.
Helen
The conference topics were very relevant and interesting. The presenter, Sue who was running the sessions was awesome. She was professional and interesting to listen too involving the audience. It was great to mix pleasure with learning and not to feel the pressure of attending a conference.
Margaret
Sue was very confident, knowledgable, approachable and engaging. It was empowering to be able to glean relevant information to go on and feel confident in assisting mental health sufferers.
Tracy
I always enjoy Sue Walkers presentations. She is very fabulous at including everyone. I always enjoy Nursing CPD presentations. I’ve been attending since 2011 and have never been disappointed. I look forward to my next adventure in learning and travelling.
Donna
Sue was excellent at delivering the contents across to the participants, she was engaging and encouraging it made time pass much to fast yet managed to incorporate all she wanted to deliver and encourage us to participate in I will be looking forward to my next conference with sue as a lecturer.
Catherine
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