Conference Objectives
- Advance scholarly inquiry into macroeconomic stabilization, fiscal policy, and monetary frameworks across African economies
- Encourage cross-disciplinary dialogue connecting economists, development finance specialists, and public policy architects working on African issues
- Showcase empirical research on poverty reduction, income inequality, and the distributional effects of economic reform programs
- Examine Africa’s integration into global value chains and the opportunities and risks presented by shifting trade architectures
- Highlight innovative financing mechanisms, including green bonds, diaspora remittances, and blended finance, that are reshaping African development funding
- Create a platform for early-career African economists and researchers from the Global South to present work and build international visibility
Who Should Attend
Sessions are planned for academic economists, treasury officials, NGO program leaders and PhD candidates in development finance.
- Academic economists and development studies researchers specializing in African contexts
- World Bank, IMF, and African Development Bank analysts and project officers
- Government ministers, treasury officials, and economic advisers from African nations
- NGO directors and international development organization program leaders
- Private sector investors and financial analysts focused on African emerging markets
- PhD candidates and postdoctoral researchers in African economic policy and development finance
- Journalists and media professionals covering African economic affairs and development reporting
Select Ticket Type
The 26th International Conference on African Economics and Development offers several ticket types for academics at every career stage, as well as development professionals. We invite you to select the ticket type that best aligns with your participation needs, whether you are presenting original research or attending as a delegate, with all listed prices inclusive of applicable taxes. Early registration is encouraged, as discounted rates are available only for a defined period ahead of the conference.
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, participants may request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat to support their travel arrangements and institutional leave applications. The letter will confirm your registration status, the conference dates, and the venue location in Brampton, Canada, and will be issued on official conference letterhead within three to five business days of receipt of your request.
Invitation letters are also available to support visa applications to Canadian immigration authorities. The secretariat will include all relevant conference details required by embassies and consular offices, and authors whose papers have been accepted may additionally request that their acceptance status be referenced in the letter to strengthen their application documentation.
Please note that issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference secretariat does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval or entry into Canada. All visa decisions rest solely with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and the relevant consular authorities, and applicants are advised to apply well in advance of the conference dates to allow sufficient processing time.
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 Economics and Development
The 26th edition invites original, unpublished research contributions that push the frontiers of knowledge on African economic development, policy design, and structural transformation. Submissions are welcome from academics, independent researchers, and development practitioners who bring sound methodology and fresh perspectives to the continent’s most pressing economic challenges.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Brampton, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Structural transformation and industrialization pathways
- Agricultural productivity and rural economic growth
- African Continental Free Trade Area implementation
- Climate finance and green economy transitions
- Digital economies and fintech in Africa
- Informal sector dynamics and labor markets
- Debt sustainability and sovereign risk
- Remittances, diaspora investment, and capital flows
- Gender inequality and women’s economic empowerment
- Health economics and pandemic recovery strategies
- Natural resource governance and extractive industries
- Urban development, migration, and spatial economics
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 Agricultural productivity and rural economic growth, Informal sector dynamics and labor markets or Health economics and pandemic recovery strategies.
| 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 Economics and Development undergo a double-blind peer review process, with each manuscript evaluated by subject-matter experts in the field. Reviewers assess submissions on originality, methodological soundness, relevance to African economic development, and the clarity of contribution to existing scholarly literature.
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:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will be honored with a certificate of excellence and formal recognition at the closing session, with the winning paper prominently featured in the official conference proceedings and promoted across the conference’s international academic networks
- Winners will receive a complimentary full registration waiver for the subsequent 27th edition of the conference, granting them priority access to the next year’s program as a distinguished returning scholar and awardee of this internationally recognized accolade
26th International Conference on African Economics and Development – February 11, 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 Economics and Development welcomes contributions from researchers across all disciplines whose work intersects with African economic development; the program’s multidisciplinary character means that accepted papers may span economics, political science, sociology, public health, environmental studies, and related fields.
- Receipt of a registration confirmation or acceptance notification does not automatically guarantee physical attendance; all participants are individually responsible for securing the necessary travel documents, visas, and institutional approvals required to attend the conference in Brampton, Canada.
- The conference program is structured across multiple concurrent and plenary sessions scheduled throughout the event; registered attendees are encouraged to review the final published agenda carefully, as the organizers cannot guarantee that any individual will be assigned to a specific session time, room, or day without prior arrangement.