Conference Objectives
- Examine the structural transformation of African economies in the context of post-pandemic recovery and climate adaptation pressures
- Critically assess the implementation and evolving impact of the African Continental Free Trade Area on intra-African commerce and industrialization
- Explore innovative domestic revenue mobilization strategies and their role in reducing aid dependency across sub-Saharan and North African economies
- Advance interdisciplinary dialogue connecting macroeconomic theory with community-level development realities across diverse African regions
- Highlight current empirical research on labor markets, demographic dividends, and human capital investment trends across the continent
- Encourage South-South and Africa-Canada knowledge exchange partnerships that strengthen institutional capacity and evidence-based policymaking
Who Should Attend
Among those attending are African Union policymakers, rural NGO directors, diaspora advocates and graduate researchers.
- Development economists and academic researchers specializing in African markets and institutions
- African Union policymakers and regional economic community representatives
- World Bank, IMF, and multilateral development finance institution professionals
- Entrepreneurs and private-sector leaders operating across African emerging markets
- Non-governmental organization directors working in poverty reduction and rural development
- Graduate students and doctoral candidates conducting Africa-focused economic research
- Canadian and diaspora community advocates engaged in Africa-Canada economic partnerships
Select Ticket Type
The 33rd International Conference on African Economics and Development offers a range of ticket types for academics, practitioners, and students at different career stages. Whether you are attending as a presenting author, a professional, or a graduate student keen to engage with experts in the field, there is a ticket type suited to your needs. 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 completing your registration for the 33rd International Conference on African Economics and Development, you may formally request an official invitation letter to support your travel arrangements to Toronto, Canada. This letter is issued by the conference secretariat on institutional letterhead and includes your name, registration reference, presentation details if applicable, and the confirmed conference dates and venue.
Invitation letters are typically dispatched within three to five business days of a verified registration and full payment. If your institution, funding body, or embassy requires specific language or additional documentation alongside the letter, we encourage you to contact the organizing committee as early as possible so that your request can be accommodated without delay.
Please be aware that the issuance of an official conference invitation letter is provided solely to assist registered participants in their visa application process and does not, under any circumstances, constitute a guarantee of visa approval. Visa decisions rest entirely with the relevant Canadian immigration authorities, and participants are strongly advised to apply well in advance of the conference dates and to consult official government resources for current entry 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 – 33rd International Conference on African Economics and Development
The 33rd edition invites original scholarly contributions that advance understanding of economic trends, development challenges, and opportunities across the African continent. Researchers are encouraged to submit theoretical, empirical, or policy-oriented work that opens new frontiers in African economic thought and practice.
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 and integration
- African informal economy dynamics
- Sovereign debt and fiscal sustainability
- Agricultural value chain development
- Digital finance and mobile banking adoption
- Climate resilience and green economies
- Urban migration and housing markets
- Natural resource governance and revenue
- Gender inequality and labor markets
- Diaspora remittances and investment flows
- Health economics and pandemic recovery
- Pan-African monetary union prospects
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 33rd edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Sovereign debt and fiscal sustainability, Urban migration and housing markets or Natural resource governance and revenue.
| 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
Every manuscript submitted to the 33rd International Conference on African Economics and Development is subjected to a double-blind peer review process, ensuring that evaluators and authors remain mutually anonymous throughout. Reviewers are specialists with expertise in African economic policy, development finance, and related disciplines, so assessments are both technically sound and contextually informed.
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 formal certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across all official conference publications, digital platforms, and post-event communications reaching the global African economics research community
- Winning authors will be offered priority recommendation for expedited publication consideration in a distinguished partner journal specializing in African economic and development research, providing exceptional visibility for their scholarly contribution
33rd International Conference on African Economics and Development – April 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 33rd International Conference on African Economics and Development is intentionally multidisciplinary in scope; while the central focus is African economics and development, contributions drawing on political economy, sociology, environmental science, public health, and related fields are welcomed where they meaningfully intersect with the conference themes
- Submission of an abstract or full paper does not constitute confirmed attendance at the conference; only participants who have completed full registration and received an official confirmation from the secretariat are considered registered attendees eligible to present and access all conference sessions
- Registration grants access to the general conference program; specific workshops, pre-conference seminars, or special breakout sessions may operate on separate scheduling and capacity constraints, and attendees are encouraged to review the full program in advance to plan their participation accordingly