Conference Objectives
- Examine how emerging technologies such as mobile finance, AI, and blockchain are reshaping African market structures and business models
- Facilitate cross-disciplinary research exchange between African studies scholars, technology scientists, and international business experts
- Highlight policy frameworks that support sustainable entrepreneurship, foreign direct investment, and digital infrastructure across African economies
- Provide a collaborative platform where diaspora communities, multinational corporations, and local African enterprises can build lasting professional networks
- Advance peer-reviewed scholarship on the socioeconomic implications of Africa’s tech startup ecosystems and innovation hubs
- Critically assess challenges including digital divide, regulatory barriers, and governance issues that influence technology adoption in African markets
Who Should Attend
We welcome university faculty, multinational company executives, government policymakers, and doctoral candidates.
- Academic researchers and university faculty specializing in African economics, business, or technology studies
- Technology entrepreneurs and startup founders operating within or targeting African markets
- Corporate executives from multinational firms with investment interests across the African continent
- Government officials and policymakers involved in trade, innovation, or digital economy portfolios
- Development finance professionals and impact investors focused on African growth sectors
- Postgraduate students and doctoral candidates pursuing research in African business or technology fields
- Representatives from pan-African organizations, development banks, and international trade bodies
Select Ticket Type
The 26th International Conference on African Business and Technology offers a range of registration options crafted to accommodate academics, industry professionals, and students. All participants join us in person in Brampton, and there is a ticket category suited to your needs and budget. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring complete transparency with no unexpected costs at checkout.
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 for the 26th International Conference on African Business and Technology in Brampton, Canada, participants may request an official invitation letter to support their travel arrangements. This letter confirms your role as a registered delegate or accepted presenter and is issued by the conference organizing secretariat on institutional letterhead, providing the documentation typically required by embassies and consular offices.
To request your invitation letter, please ensure that your registration payment has been completed and that any required abstract or paper acceptance has been confirmed. Requests should be submitted through the official conference portal, along with accurate personal and institutional details. The secretariat endeavors to process invitation letter requests promptly so that applicants have adequate time to prepare visa applications well in advance of the conference dates.
It is important to note that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not guarantee the approval of a visa or entry permit by Canadian immigration authorities. Visa decisions rest solely with the Government of Canada and its designated immigration offices, and the conference organizers hold no influence over those determinations. Delegates are strongly advised to apply for their visas as early as possible and to consult the official Canadian immigration website for the most accurate and current application requirements.
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 – 26th International Conference on African Business and Technology
The 26th edition invites original research submissions that advance our collective understanding of business transformation, technological disruption, and economic integration across Africa. Scholars and practitioners are encouraged to submit papers that challenge conventional frameworks and offer fresh empirical or theoretical contributions to this field.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Brampton, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Fintech and mobile banking adoption in Africa
- African startup ecosystems and venture capital
- Digital trade and e-commerce growth
- Artificial intelligence applications in African industries
- Pan-African continental free trade implementation
- Renewable energy technology and business models
- Diaspora investment and knowledge transfer
- Agritech innovation and food security
- Corporate governance in African enterprises
- Blockchain for supply chain transparency
- African women in technology entrepreneurship
- Telecommunications infrastructure and digital inclusion
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 26th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example African startup ecosystems and venture capital, Renewable energy technology and business models or Blockchain for supply chain transparency.
| 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
All full-paper submissions to the 26th International Conference on African Business and Technology undergo a double-blind peer review process, whereby each manuscript is independently evaluated by reviewers in the field. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of originality, theoretical or empirical strength, relevance to the conference themes, and the quality of argumentation, with detailed feedback provided to authors regardless of acceptance outcome.
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 be recognized with a formal certificate of distinction presented at the conference closing session, along with a commemorative award acknowledging their outstanding scholarly contribution to the field of African business and technology
- Winning authors will receive prioritized consideration and editorial support for fast-track submission of their awarded paper to a select affiliated peer-reviewed journal, significantly enhancing the visibility and academic impact of their research within the international community
26th International Conference on African Business and Technology – February 09, 2027 – Brampton, 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.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- The 26th International Conference on African Business and Technology is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope, welcoming research contributions from economics, management science, information technology, development studies, political economy, and adjacent fields — authors should not be deterred by disciplinary boundaries when assessing submission suitability.
- Registration and payment of conference fees constitute a delegate’s intention to attend but do not serve as final confirmation of physical attendance; delegates are responsible for securing their own travel, accommodation, and visa arrangements, and the organizers cannot be held liable for circumstances preventing participation.
- While the conference program is designed to offer a rich and varied schedule, session attendance at specific presentations or workshops cannot be individually guaranteed, as timetabling is subject to change based on speaker availability, room capacity, and other logistical considerations that may arise closer to the event.