Conference Objectives
- Examine the intersection of emerging African fintech ecosystems and global capital markets to identify scalable investment opportunities
- Encourage cross-sector collaboration between African entrepreneurs, technology developers, and multinational corporations seeking sustainable growth pathways
- Critically assess the role of artificial intelligence, blockchain, and mobile technology in accelerating economic development across sub-Saharan and North African markets
- Highlight evidence-based policy frameworks that help African governments regulate digital economies while encouraging innovation
- Cultivate an academic-industry dialogue that bridges theoretical research findings with real-world business implementation strategies
- Amplify underrepresented voices, including women-led startups, youth innovators, and rural enterprise leaders, within the broader African business technology narrative
Who Should Attend
The audience includes faculty, startup founders, policymakers and venture investors focused on African markets.
- Academic researchers and university faculty specializing in African economics, business management, or technology studies
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders operating within or targeting African consumer and enterprise markets
- Corporate executives and business development officers from multinational firms with African market interests
- Government officials and policymakers responsible for digital transformation and trade facilitation across African nations
- Venture capitalists, angel investors, and development finance professionals focused on emerging market opportunities
- NGO representatives and international development practitioners working at the nexus of technology and economic empowerment in Africa
- Postgraduate students and early-career professionals seeking to broaden their expertise in African business and technology innovation
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 14th International Conference on African Business and Technology in Brampton offers a set of ticket types for academics and industry professionals. Each ticket type provides access to keynote sessions, networking events, and proceedings consideration where applicable. All displayed registration prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, so attendees can plan their participation budgets with complete transparency. Simply select the option that best aligns with your professional goals and schedule.
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
To support delegates who require documentation for travel planning purposes, the 14th International Conference on African Business and Technology provides official invitation letters to all confirmed registered participants. These letters are issued on conference letterhead and contain the registrant’s details, event dates, and the Brampton venue information, serving as credible supporting documentation when applying for travel authorization or institutional leave.
Requests for invitation letters are processed promptly following successful payment of registration fees and verification of delegate identity. The conference secretariat ensures that each letter is personalized and dispatched digitally within a reasonable timeframe, allowing authors and attendees ample opportunity to complete their travel arrangements well before the conference commences in 2026.
It is important for all prospective attendees to understand that the invitation letter issued by the conference organizing committee is provided solely as a facilitation document and does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval or entry into Canada. Visa decisions rest entirely with the relevant immigration and border authorities of the Canadian government, and delegates are strongly encouraged to initiate their visa applications early and consult official immigration resources for guidance specific to their nationality and circumstances.
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 – 14th International Conference on African Business and Technology
The 14th edition warmly invites original, carefully investigated manuscripts that advance understanding of business dynamics, technological adoption, and economic innovation across African contexts. Submissions spanning empirical research, conceptual frameworks, case studies, and policy analyses are all encouraged, provided they contribute meaningfully to the evolving global conversation on African business and technology.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Brampton, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
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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.
For the 14th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Business Innovation for African Emerging Markets, African Supply Chains and Market Distribution or Mobile Technology and Digital Inclusion.
| 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 14th International Conference on African Business and Technology is subjected to a double-blind peer review, wherein both authors and reviewers remain anonymous throughout the evaluation process to ensure impartiality and scholarly integrity. Review panels are composed of reviewers whose disciplinary expertise aligns closely with each submission’s thematic content, so that feedback is useful and actionable.
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 certificate of distinction co-signed by the conference chairs, along with a prominently featured profile in the conference’s post-event publications and digital communications, amplifying their research visibility across an international academic and industry audience
- Winning authors will be fast-tracked for invitation to submit an expanded version of their awarded paper to a partner peer-reviewed journal, providing a prestigious and accelerated pathway toward high-impact publication within the African business and technology scholarly community
14th International Conference on African Business and Technology – November 10, 2026 – 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.
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Disclaimer
- The 14th International Conference on African Business and Technology proudly embraces a multidisciplinary ethos, and while its thematic focus centers on African business and technology, submissions and delegates from adjacent disciplines—including economics, social sciences, engineering, public policy, and international relations—are welcomed wherever their work intersects meaningfully with the conference themes
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not by themselves constitute a formal guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify event formats, dates, or delivery modes in response to unforeseen circumstances, and registered participants will be notified promptly of any such changes
- The conference program is organized across multiple parallel and plenary sessions spanning the event’s full duration; delegates are reminded that simultaneous scheduling may make attendance at every individual session impossible, and the organizing committee does not guarantee personal access to all sessions outside those in which a registered attendee is an active presenter or panelist