Clevenard to Honour Dr Angelique Coetzee at the 2026 Clevenard Open Project – 5th Edition & Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition in Alicante, Spain

Alicante, Spain — Clevenard SL proudly announces that renowned South African medical leader Dr Angelique Coetzee will receive an esteemed Honorary Award at the 2026 Clevenard Open Project – 5th Edition and the Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition, taking place from 27–30 August 2026 at the Palacio de Congresos, Alicante, Spain.

The official presentation of her honorary award will take place on Day 4 — Sunday, 30 August 2026, during the Clevenard Global Awards, held alongside the International Fashion Runway. This ceremony recognises iconic global figures whose contributions have reshaped industries, advanced humanity, and inspired societal transformation.

In addition to receiving this distinguished honour, Dr Coetzee will deliver a keynote address on Day 2 (28 August 2026) during the Global Economy, Trade, Solid Minerals, Agriculture & Investment Summit.

KEYNOTE TOPIC: “Strengthening Global Health Systems Through Clinical Evidence, Ethical Leadership & Emergency Preparedness”

DR ANGELIQUE COETZEE

BMedSci · MBChB · Advanced Health Management (cum laude)

General Practitioner · Former National Chairperson, SAMA · Discoverer of the Omicron Variant

Eagles Eye Business Chamber – Advisory Council: Medical Development & Strategy

INTRODUCTION

The Clevenard Open Project 2026 proudly recognises a medical leader whose name commands respect across clinics, universities, government platforms, and global health institutions.

Dr Angelique Coetzee stands as a guardian of public health, a defender of scientific integrity, and one of South Africa’s most influential clinical figures of the 21st century.

PROFILE

A Clinician of Exceptional Distinction

With more than 30 years of medical service in Pretoria, Gauteng, Dr Coetzee has built her career on clinical excellence, ethical strength, and national impact. Her work extends far beyond consultation rooms—her insight has shaped national policy, guided government decision-making, and informed global public health narratives.

She is trusted in the rooms where South Africa’s most critical health decisions are made and on the international platforms where clinical evidence is scrutinised at the highest level.

ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Credentials Built Through a Lifetime of Learning

• BMedSci (1982) – University of Pretoria
• MBChB (1985) – University of Pretoria
• Advanced Health Management, cum laude (2013) – FPD
• Higher Certificate in Criminal Justice & Forensic Investigations (2018) – University of Johannesburg
• Fraud Examiner’s Certificate (in progress) – ACFE
• 30+ years of clinical practice in Pretoria, Gauteng

Her academic path reflects a unique blend of clinical mastery, ethics, governance, and forensic health systems knowledge.

NATIONAL MEDICAL LEADERSHIP

Former Chairperson, South African Medical Association (SAMA)

Representing approximately 70% of the nation’s doctors, SAMA entrusted Dr Coetzee with its highest office from 2018–2021—an achievement held by only a few women in South Africa’s history.

Her leadership journey also includes:

• Vice Chair, Medical Parole Advisory Board (2011)
• Member, Ministerial Task Team on Military Hospitals (2013)
• Chairperson, Medical Task Team on SANDF Deployments (2014)
• Lead, Pillar 5 – Health Service Delivery, Presidential Health Summit

These roles established her as a central figure in national health governance and reform.

GLOBAL MEDICAL DISTINCTION

The Clinician Who Alerted the World to Omicron

On 18 November 2021, Dr Coetzee identified unusual symptoms in her Pretoria practice and immediately alerted national authorities. Within days, the World Health Organisation classified Omicron as a Variant of Concern.

While global panic rose, she remained steadfast—providing evidence-based reassurance that the cases she observed were mild. She defended scientific truth on key international platforms including LBC Radio (UK), ServusTV (Austria), Vice, and The Daily Mail.

History validated her accuracy, courage, and integrity.

PRIMARY HEALTHCARE & GOVERNANCE

Dr Coetzee’s private practice in Wonderboom South has served communities for over three decades. Her practical frontline experience is strengthened by deep knowledge of ethics, governance, and healthcare management—making her one of South Africa’s most well-rounded clinical leaders.

AWARDS & INTERNATIONAL RECOGNITION

Her clinical vigilance and public communication during the emergence of Omicron earned significant global recognition. Her national leadership contributions across SAMA, ministerial task teams, and the Presidential Health Summit continue to be celebrated as landmark achievements in South African medicine.

ROLES & AFFILIATIONS

• Head: Medical Development & Strategy, Eagles Eye Business Chamber
• Former National Chairperson, South African Medical Association
• Contributor to major national and international health governance platforms
• Clinician, advisor, policy influencer, and globally recognised medical figure

ABOUT THE CLEVENARD OPEN PROJECT 2026

The Clevenard Open Project is a four-day international flagship forum themed “A Global Celebration of Business, Culture, Creativity & Human Connection.”

The event gathers global leaders, policymakers, creatives, investors, diplomats, and entrepreneurs from Africa, Europe, and the Caribbean to foster dialogue, partnerships, and sustainable development.

Event Highlights

• Day 1 (27 August): Global Authors’ Recognition & Education Summit
• Day 2 (28 August): Global Economy, Trade, Solid Minerals, Agriculture & Investment Summit
• Day 3 (29 August): Global Tourism & International Film Celebration
• Day 4 (30 August): Clevenard Global Award – 3rd Edition 2026 & International FashRunway
  

Venue: Palacio de Congresos Alicante, Avinguda de Dénia 47–49, 03013 Alicante, Spain

Contact & Media Enquiries

Phone: +34 631 279 811 | +34 672 93 12 16

ABOUT CLEVENARD

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Mission: Connecting the world, amplifying voices, and creating opportunities that transform lives.

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