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 Dr Angelique Coetzee, one of the most influential medical leaders of the 21st century, will be honoured with a distinguished Honorary Award at the Clevenard Open Project 2026, to be held 27–30 August 2026 at the Palacio de Congresos, Alicante, Spain.

The Honorary Award will be formally presented on Day 4 — Sunday, 30 August 2026, during the Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition, the flagship ceremony of the Clevenard Open Project taking place alongside the International Fashion Runway. This prestigious event recognises global leaders whose work transcends borders, institutions, and generations.

In addition to receiving this distinguished honour, Dr Angelique Coetzee will deliver a Keynote Address on Day 2 (28 August 2026) as one of the headline speakers of the Clevenard Forum.

KEYNOTE ADDRESS — DAY 2 (28 AUGUST 2026)

Keynote Topic : “Global Health Vigilance: Lessons on Preparedness from the Frontline of Variant Discovery”

DR ANGELIQUE COETZEE

A Global Medical Authority Shaping Modern Public Health

The Eagles Eye Business Chamber proudly introduces a distinguished member of its Advisory Council whose name commands respect across global health institutions, medical associations, and policymaking chambers.

Dr Angelique Coetzee — BMedSci • MBChB • Postgraduate Certificate in Advanced Health Management (cum laude) — is not only a medical practitioner; she is a guardian of public health and a voice of evidence-based truth. Her calm, clinical leadership during one of the most scrutinised global health events of the decade has cemented her status as a figure of international consequence.

PROFILE

A Clinician of Rare Distinction

With over three decades of committed service as a General Practitioner in Pretoria, Gauteng, Dr Coetzee has built a career defined by integrity, scientific precision, and unwavering advocacy for ethical healthcare. Her work is shaped by deep clinical insight and a lifelong devotion to the wellbeing of her patients and her nation.

She is the type of doctor who not only heals but observes patterns, detects anomalies, and alerts the world when necessary.

Her appointment to the Eagles Eye Business Chamber Advisory Council reflects her respected authority in South African health governance and her influence in global health discourse.

ACADEMIC & PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS

Credentials Built Through Lifelong Excellence

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

NATIONAL MEDICAL LEADERSHIP

A Transformational Leader at the Helm of South African Medicine

• National Chairperson, South African Medical Association (SAMA), 2018–2021
• Lead, Pillar 5 on Health Service Delivery, Presidential Health Summit
• Chairperson, Ministerial Medical Task Team on Internal & External Deployment (SANDF), 2014
• Member, National Ministerial Task Team on Military Hospitals, 2013
• Vice Chair, 1st Medical Parole Advisory Board, 2011
• Veteran leader of SAMA North Gauteng Branch

Her leadership at SAMA, an organisation representing 70% of South African doctors, stands as one of the highest honours in the nation’s medical fraternity.

GLOBAL MEDICAL DISTINCTION

The Discovery That Alerted the World — Omicron

On 18 November 2021, Dr Coetzee identified an unusual clinical pattern among her patients — a moment that would change the trajectory of global COVID-19 response. Her alert to the National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) triggered a rapid international assessment, and within seven days, the World Health Organisation declared Omicron a Variant of Concern.

Under extraordinary global scrutiny, she upheld scientific truth, publicly reporting that early cases presented with mild symptoms, resisting pressure to sensationalise clinical findings.

Her international interviews included:

• LBC Radio, UK
• Austrian ServusTV
• VICE
• The Daily Mail

Her courageous clarity helped guide global understanding during a moment of uncertainty and misinformation.

PRIMARY HEALTHCARE & GOVERNANCE

Three Decades of Service, Integrity, and Clinical Leadership

Dr Coetzee’s private practice in Wonderboom South, Pretoria, has served as a cornerstone of community health for more than 30 years. Her work integrates clinical excellence with robust knowledge of health policy, medical ethics, and private practice governance.

Her postgraduate training in Criminal Justice and Forensic Investigations uniquely positions her at the intersection of medicine, law, and institutional integrity — expertise that is indispensable to national health governance.

AWARDS & HONOURS

Dr Coetzee has received numerous accolades throughout her career, and her recognition at the 2026 Clevenard Open Project & Clevenard Global Awards further affirms her global influence and extraordinary contributions to humanity.

ABOUT CLEVENARD OPEN PROJECT 2026

The Clevenard Open Project – 5th Edition is a global platform for business leaders, policymakers, government representatives, innovators, and cultural influencers from around the world. Its signature awards ceremony, the Clevenard Global Awards – 3rd Edition, celebrates individuals whose work fosters transformation, leadership, and positive global impact.

Event Highlights

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

Event Details

Dates: 27–30 August 2026

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

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

About Clevenard

Clevenard is a global multimedia, technology, and networking platform dedicated to connecting people, cultures, and opportunities worldwide. Through media innovation, events, and international partnerships, Clevenard promotes cultural dialogue, business expansion, and global development.

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

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