Conference Objectives
- Advance peer-reviewed scholarship on African macroeconomic dynamics, trade integration, and growth diagnostics
- Encourage south-south and north-south dialogue on sustainable development financing and debt architecture in African economies
- Examine the intersections of climate vulnerability, green transition, and economic resilience across sub-Saharan and North African regions
- Evaluate the socioeconomic implications of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) and regional economic community frameworks
- Highlight innovations in digital financial inclusion, fintech ecosystems, and mobile economy development across the continent
- Bridge the gap between academic findings and actionable policy recommendations for governments, development banks, and civil society organizations
Who Should Attend
Macroeconomists, finance ministry officials, African studies faculty and NGO practitioners make up much of the audience.
- Development economists and macroeconomists specializing in African markets
- Policymakers and government officials from African finance and planning ministries
- Researchers and faculty from African studies and international development programs
- Representatives of multilateral institutions such as the African Development Bank, IMF, and World Bank
- NGO leaders and civil society practitioners working on poverty reduction and human development
- Private sector investors and entrepreneurs engaged in African emerging markets
- Doctoral candidates and early-career scholars pursuing research in African political economy
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 29th International Conference on African Economics and Development offers a range of ticket types for academics, practitioners, and institutional attendees in Toronto. Whether you are presenting original research, joining as a delegate to engage with current scholarship, there is a ticket type suited to your participation. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is the price you pay, with no hidden charges 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 29th International Conference on African Economics and Development in Toronto, Canada, participants may formally request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This letter is issued solely for the purpose of supporting your travel arrangements and conference attendance documentation, and it is generated only after full registration and payment have been verified by the organizing committee.
Invitation letters are personalized documents bearing the participant’s name, institutional affiliation, conference dates, and venue details, serving as evidence of your accepted role at the event, whether as a presenter or registered delegate. Requests should be submitted through the official conference portal, and participants are advised to apply well in advance of any relevant visa or travel authorization deadlines, given that processing times vary by country of origin.
Please be advised that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the 29th ICAED organizing committee does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval or entry into Canada. Visa decisions rest entirely within the authority of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) and relevant consular offices; the conference organizers have no influence over visa outcomes and cannot intervene in individual immigration applications.
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 – 29th International Conference on African Economics and Development
The 29th ICAED invites original research manuscripts and empirical case studies that push the boundaries of knowledge on African economic development and policy innovation. Submissions are encouraged from diverse disciplinary perspectives, including economics, political science, sociology, environmental studies, and data science, provided they engage meaningfully with African development contexts.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Toronto, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- AfCFTA trade policy implications
- Structural transformation in sub-Saharan Africa
- Agricultural value chains and food security
- Sovereign debt sustainability in Africa
- Digital financial inclusion models
- Climate finance and green economy transitions
- Informal sector economics and labor markets
- Urbanization and infrastructure investment gaps
- Gender inequality and economic empowerment
- Diaspora remittances and development finance
- Natural resource governance and Dutch disease
- Post-pandemic economic recovery strategies
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 29th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Climate finance and green economy transitions, Urbanization and infrastructure investment gaps or Post-pandemic economic 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 abstracts and full-paper submissions to the 29th ICAED undergo a double-blind peer review process, evaluated by reviewers in the field, including established scholars in African economics, development finance, and related disciplines. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to African development contexts, and the potential for policy or scholarly impact.
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 at the 29th ICAED will receive a formal certificate of excellence and international recognition through the conference’s official communications, partner networks, and affiliated publication channels, substantially elevating the visibility of their research within the African development economics community.
- Award-winning authors will be offered expedited consideration for publication in a partner peer-reviewed journal focused on African economic policy, providing a prestigious and high-impact outlet that amplifies the scholarly and real-world influence of their recognized work.
29th International Conference on African Economics and Development– March 06, 2027 – Toronto, 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 29th International Conference on African Economics and Development is a multidisciplinary forum that welcomes contributions spanning economics, political science, environmental studies, sociology, and related fields — authors should ensure their work engages substantively with African economic or development dimensions rather than fitting a single disciplinary mold.
- Receipt of a registration confirmation or invitation letter does not guarantee physical attendance; participants are individually responsible for securing valid travel documents, visas, and necessary authorizations to enter Canada, and the organizing committee bears no liability for travel disruptions or denied entry.
- While the conference program will feature a broad range of thematic sessions, registered attendees are not guaranteed placement in any specific panel or time slot; session assignments are made at the discretion of the program committee based on thematic coherence, presenter availability, and scheduling constraints.