Conference Objectives
- Examine the macroeconomic frameworks driving sustainable growth across African regional blocs and nation-states
- Critically assess the role of digital finance, mobile banking, and fintech ecosystems in expanding financial inclusion throughout the continent
- Explore how climate resilience strategies intersect with agricultural productivity and rural livelihood development in African economies
- Investigate the evolving dynamics of intra-African trade under the African Continental Free Trade Area and its downstream policy implications
- Advance interdisciplinary dialogue connecting development economics, governance reform, and social equity across urban and rural African contexts
- Provide an international platform for early-career African researchers to present original findings and receive mentorship from established development economists
Who Should Attend
Researchers, policy advisors, infrastructure investors, and NGO practitioners working on African growth should plan to attend.
- Development economists and academic researchers specializing in African markets and growth theories
- Government officials and public policy advisors engaged in African economic planning and reform
- Representatives from multilateral institutions such as the African Development Bank, World Bank, and IMF
- Private sector investors and entrepreneurs focused on emerging African industries and infrastructure
- NGO leaders and international development practitioners working on poverty reduction and capacity building
- Graduate and doctoral students pursuing advanced studies in African economics, finance, or development studies
- Journalists, think-tank analysts, and media professionals covering African business and economic affairs
Select Ticket Type
The 7th International Conference on African Economics and Development offers a range of registration options designed to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students at varying stages of their careers and with differing participation needs. Whether you are presenting new research or joining as a delegate to engage with the latest scholarship, there is a registration tier suited to your goals. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring transparency and simplicity as you complete your registration.
Registration Fees
- Early Bird Author Registration – US$499 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
- Regular Author Registration – US$599 If the early bird deadline has been missed, authors can opt for the regular registration process.
- Listener Registration – US$499 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
What Registration Includes
- Admission to the conference sessions
- Conference materials
- Presentation opportunity for eligible authors and speakers
- Certificate of participation or presentation for eligible registered participants
- Networking access
- Conference photo session
- Official registration confirmation
- Invitation letter support for eligible registered participants
- Refreshments or meal items as confirmed in the final venue package
Invitation Letter Support
Upon successful registration, the organizing committee of the 7th International Conference on African Economics and Development is pleased to provide official invitation letters to support participants in their travel preparation and institutional approval processes. These letters formally acknowledge your accepted contribution or registration status and serve as documentation of your participation in a recognized international academic event held in Mississauga, Canada.
Invitation letters are issued exclusively to individuals who have completed the registration process and, where applicable, received confirmation of an accepted abstract or full paper. Requests should be submitted through the official conference portal with accurate personal and institutional details, as the letter will reflect your role as a presenter or attendee.
Please be advised that while the conference organizing committee is committed to facilitating your participation by providing official documentation, the issuance of an invitation letter does not guarantee visa approval or entry into Canada. All visa applications remain subject to the independent assessment of the relevant immigration authorities, and applicants are solely responsible for initiating and managing their visa application process in a timely manner.
Before You Register
- Registration fees are non-refundable and cannot be transferred to another person. If your visa is refused, you get 50% off one new registration for a later edition in your name.
- Your invitation letter is emailed within 3 to 5 business days after your payment is verified.
- You arrange your own visa, travel and accommodation.
Call for Papers – 7th International Conference on African Economics and Development
The 7th International Conference on African Economics and Development invites original, carefully researched manuscripts that push the boundaries of knowledge on economic transformation, development finance, and inclusive growth across Africa. Submissions spanning empirical case studies, theoretical frameworks, comparative analyses, and policy-oriented research are warmly encouraged from scholars and practitioners at all career stages.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Mississauga, Canada.
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Paper and Abstract Submission
Authors are invited to submit abstracts, research papers, case studies, review papers or professional practice presentations.
All submissions are reviewed before acceptance. Submitted work should be original and not previously published.
For the 7th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Macroeconomic Trends and Policy Responses, Agricultural Economics and Food Security or AfCFTA and Shared Prosperity in Africa.
| Submission Type | Description |
|---|---|
| Abstract | A concise summary of the research, case study or presentation topic |
| Full Paper | A complete academic or professional paper |
| Case Study | A practical business, management or economic case analysis |
| Review Paper | A literature-based research or industry review |
| Professional Presentation | A practice-based presentation from professional experience |
Submission Guidelines
- Submissions must be written in English.
- Submissions must be original and relevant to the conference theme.
- Abstracts should clearly describe the purpose, method, findings and relevance of the work.
- Full papers should normally be between 4 and 12 pages.
- Authors must complete registration after acceptance to confirm participation.
Peer Review Details
Each manuscript submitted to the 7th International Conference on African Economics and Development is evaluated through a double-blind peer review process, ensuring impartial assessment by at least two independent experts in the relevant field. Reviewers assess submissions on criteria including theoretical contribution, empirical validity, clarity of argument, and practical relevance to African economic and development contexts.
To know more about our peer review details, visit here.
Submission Form
Note: If you are interested in participating as an author, you must submit your paper through the Author Paper Submission Form before completing the payment and registration.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- Recipients of the Best Paper Award will receive a formally certified award certificate bearing the conference title and edition, recognizing their outstanding scholarly contribution to the field of African economics and development before an international audience of peers and practitioners.
- Winning authors will be granted privileged visibility through dedicated promotion across the conference’s official digital platforms and publications, amplifying the reach and impact of their research within the global African economics and development community.
7th International Conference on African Economics and Development – September 21, 2026 – Mississauga, Canada
[Registration starts 9 AM, Gate closes 9:30 AM]
| Time | Activity |
|---|---|
| 9:00 AM – 10:00 AM | Registration and networking |
| 10:00 AM – 10:20 AM | Opening remarks |
| 10:20 AM – 11:00 AM | Keynote session |
| 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Technical Session 1 |
| 12:30 PM – 1:30 PM | Lunch break |
| 1:30 PM – 3:00 PM | Technical Session 2 |
| 3:00 PM – 3:30 PM | Coffee break |
| 3:30 PM – 4:30 PM | Panel discussion and audience Q&A |
| 4:30 PM – 5:00 PM | Certificate distribution and photo session |
| 5:00 PM – 6:00 PM | Networking session |
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
3 Massey Square, East York, Ontario M4C 5L5, Canada
E-mail: [email protected]
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Conference Terms
- Name or spelling changes to an issued invitation letter cost US$50.
- A notarized invitation letter is an optional extra service (US$100), sent within 10 business days after payment. It supports a visa application but does not guarantee approval.
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Disclaimer
- The 7th International Conference on African Economics and Development is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming scholarship from economics, development studies, public policy, sociology, environmental science, and related fields — the conference does not restrict participation to a single academic discipline or methodological tradition.
- Receipt of a registration confirmation or acceptance notification does not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; participants are responsible for ensuring they meet all travel, visa, and health-related entry requirements for Canada, and the organizing committee bears no liability for disruptions to individual travel plans.
- The conference program comprises multiple concurrent and plenary sessions across the event dates; attendance at every session is neither mandatory nor guaranteed, as scheduling is subject to change, and registered participants should review the final program to plan their engagement accordingly.