The SA Immunology Society (SAIS) is affiliated with the International Union of Immunological Societies and the Federation of African Immunological Societies. The goal of the SAIS is to grow basic, applied and translational immunology research nationally, regionally and with international partners. The SAIS connects researchers and clinicians working in infectious diseases, primary immunodeficiency, allergy, rheumatology, transplantation, reproductive immunology and veterinary medicine.