The World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS) is truly a global community, comprising 132 societies and associations. The 18th WFNS World Congress of Neurosurgery will be held in Cape Town from 4-8 December 2023, and will bring together thousands of neurosurgeons from around the world. The theme of this year’s meeting is Unbuntu, the African belief that we grow as people through our interactions with other people. Professor Figaji is the Scientific Chair of the conference and has prepared an outstanding program.