About the Conference
The 10th International Conference on African Business and Technology arrives in Toronto, Canada in 2026 as a landmark gathering celebrating a decade of cross-continental dialogue, innovation, and economic partnership. This milestone edition brings together thought leaders, entrepreneurs, technologists, and policymakers committed to reshaping the narrative around African markets and their growing influence on the global stage. Anchored in rigorous research and real-world application, the conference serves as a definitive platform where transformative ideas meet actionable strategy.
Conference Objectives
- Examine emerging technology ecosystems across African nations and their integration into global digital supply chains
- Foster bilateral investment frameworks between African economies and North American business communities
- Highlight fintech, agritech, and healthtech breakthroughs originating from African startups and research institutions
- Critically evaluate regulatory landscapes shaping entrepreneurship, trade policy, and foreign direct investment across the continent
- Showcase a decade of progress in African business scholarship and identify priority research frontiers for the next ten years
- Cultivate sustainable partnerships among academia, industry, and government to accelerate inclusive economic development across Africa
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Academics and researchers specializing in African economics, management, and technology studies
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders building scalable ventures within or targeting African markets
- Corporate executives and multinational strategists exploring African market entry or expansion
- Government officials and trade diplomats engaged in African development and bilateral commerce
- Investors, venture capitalists, and development finance professionals focused on African growth sectors
- Technology innovators, engineers, and digital infrastructure specialists working across African contexts
- NGO leaders, development practitioners, and policy advocates advancing sustainable business ecosystems in Africa
Select Ticket Type
To accommodate the diverse professional backgrounds of our global community, the 10th International Conference on African Business and Technology offers a carefully structured range of registration tiers — from student and early-career rates through to full delegate and virtual attendance packages. All listed ticket prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so the price you see is precisely what you pay, with no hidden charges at checkout. We invite each prospective attendee to review the options and select the package that best aligns with their participation goals and professional needs.
Select Tickets Type:
Author (Early Bird)
US$499 US$599
Including all taxes
Author (Regular)
US$599
Including all taxes
Listener
US$499
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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 a valid registration for the 10th International Conference on African Business and Technology, attendees may formally request an official invitation letter to support their travel arrangements to Toronto, Canada. This letter is prepared on conference letterhead and confirms the participant’s accepted role — whether as a presenter, delegate, or workshop contributor — providing the documentation often required by travel authorities and institutional travel offices.
Invitation letters are issued exclusively to individuals who have completed the registration process and, where applicable, had their paper or abstract formally accepted through the review process. Requests should be submitted through the designated portal on the conference website, and processing times may vary; participants are therefore encouraged to initiate their travel documentation well in advance of the conference dates.
Please be advised that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not in any way guarantee, imply, or substitute for visa approval by Canadian immigration authorities. All visa applications remain entirely subject to the independent assessment of the relevant embassy or consulate, and participants are solely responsible for ensuring they meet all entry requirements for Canada.
Terms & Conditions
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Disclaimer
- The 10th International Conference on African Business and Technology is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming scholarly and professional contributions from a broad range of fields intersecting with African business, economics, technology, policy, and innovation — submissions need not be confined to a single academic discipline
- Successful submission and acceptance of a paper or abstract constitutes a commitment to register and attend; acceptance alone does not confirm conference attendance, and a participant’s place is secured only upon completion of the official registration and payment process
- While the program is designed to maximize attendee access to sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses, the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the schedule, merge tracks, or adjust session assignments due to logistical, technical, or unforeseen circumstances, and full attendance at every session cannot be guaranteed
Call for Papers – 10th International Conference on African Business and Technology
Scholars, practitioners, and innovators are warmly invited to submit original contributions that advance understanding of business dynamics, technological transformation, and economic policy across the African continent and its diaspora. The 10th edition welcomes full papers, case studies, and panel proposals that challenge prevailing assumptions and introduce fresh empirical or theoretical perspectives to this vibrant field.
Accepted work will be published in the official conference proceedings and presented during the event in Toronto, 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.
| 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 10th International Conference on African Business and Technology undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review, evaluated by an international panel of subject-matter experts drawn from academia and industry across the African continent and the global diaspora. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and contribution to advancing knowledge in African business and technology.
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.
To submit your author paper, visit here.
Best Paper Award
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner will be rewarded with:
- Each recipient of a Best Paper Award will be presented with a formally engraved certificate of excellence and a complimentary featured publication opportunity in a partner peer-reviewed journal, amplifying the reach and impact of their outstanding research contribution
- Winning authors will be spotlighted in the conference’s official post-event communications, social media channels, and annual report, delivering lasting professional recognition within the global African business and technology scholarly community
10th International Conference on African Business and Technology (ABT) – October 08-10, 2026 – Toronto, Canada
[Registration starts 1 PM, Gate closes 1:30 PM]
| 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 |
Day 3, optional City Tour (subject to availability). Participants wishing to join must confirm in advance, as an additional fee applies. To book, please contact the organizing committee.
Disclaimer
- The 10th International Conference on African Business and Technology is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming scholarly and professional contributions from a broad range of fields intersecting with African business, economics, technology, policy, and innovation — submissions need not be confined to a single academic discipline
- Successful submission and acceptance of a paper or abstract constitutes a commitment to register and attend; acceptance alone does not confirm conference attendance, and a participant’s place is secured only upon completion of the official registration and payment process
- While the program is designed to maximize attendee access to sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses, the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the schedule, merge tracks, or adjust session assignments due to logistical, technical, or unforeseen circumstances, and full attendance at every session cannot be guaranteed
Venue
To be announced.
Contact Us
126 Crystal Ridge Dr, Okotoks, Alberta, T1S 1T9
E-mail: contact@internationalconference.ca
Participants are responsible for their own travel, accommodation, transportation, visa application and related expenses.
Keynote Speaker
Keynote speaker to be announced. Focus: global transformation, leadership, innovation, and strategic growth.
Terms & Conditions (Attendees & Sponsorships)
- Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
- Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation.
- After verifying your successful payment, a regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
- Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
- Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (Early Bird) ticket category.
Terms & Conditions (Notarized Invitation Letter)
- Voluntary Service: The provision of a Notarized Invitation Letter is an additional, voluntary service not directly linked to the main conference event.
- No Guarantee of Visa Approval: While this letter carries weight in many jurisdictions, its possession does not guarantee visa approval. The respective consulate or embassy determines visa approval.
- Non-refundable Service: The US$100 fee for the Notarized Invitation Letter is fixed and non-refundable, irrespective of whether the visa is approved or denied.
- Acceptance of Terms: You acknowledge and agree to these terms by requesting a Notarized Invitation Letter.
- Amendments to Terms: We reserve the right to change these terms at any point without notice.
- Processing Time: Upon verification of payment, a Notarized Conference Invitation Letter will be sent within 10 business days.
Disclaimer
- The 10th International Conference on African Business and Technology is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming scholarly and professional contributions from a broad range of fields intersecting with African business, economics, technology, policy, and innovation — submissions need not be confined to a single academic discipline
- Successful submission and acceptance of a paper or abstract constitutes a commitment to register and attend; acceptance alone does not confirm conference attendance, and a participant’s place is secured only upon completion of the official registration and payment process
- While the program is designed to maximize attendee access to sessions, workshops, and keynote addresses, the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the schedule, merge tracks, or adjust session assignments due to logistical, technical, or unforeseen circumstances, and full attendance at every session cannot be guaranteed