Conference Objectives
- Spotlight current research on African fintech ecosystems, mobile commerce, and digital financial inclusion strategies
- Build cross-continental partnerships between African entrepreneurs, diaspora innovators, and global institutional investors
- Examine policy frameworks enabling sustainable tech-driven economic growth across Sub-Saharan and North African regions
- Provide an academic platform for presenting peer-reviewed findings on African business transformation and market trends
- Catalyze dialogue on infrastructure development, agritech advances, and energy innovation reshaping African industries
- Recognize outstanding contributions to knowledge creation at the intersection of African commerce, governance, and emerging technologies
Who Should Attend
This edition suits academic researchers, venture capitalists, corporate strategists, and policy analysts.
- Academic researchers specializing in African economics, development studies, or information technology
- Entrepreneurs and startup founders operating within or targeting African markets
- Policy analysts and government officials engaged in African trade and digital economy regulation
- Venture capitalists and impact investors focused on African technology sectors
- Corporate strategists from multinational companies expanding into African business environments
- Development finance professionals from institutions such as the African Development Bank and similar bodies
- Graduate students and postdoctoral fellows pursuing Africa-focused business or technology research
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 27th International Conference on African Business and Technology in Markham offers several options designed to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students. All listed registration fees are fully inclusive of applicable taxes, ensuring complete transparency with no hidden charges at checkout. We invite you to review the available ticket types and select the one that best supports your goals for engagement, networking, and knowledge exchange at this event.
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
Delegates requiring an official letter of invitation to support their travel documentation or institutional approval process may request one through the conference secretariat after completing registration. The letter will confirm your participation status, scheduled presentation details where applicable, and the official dates and location of the 27th International Conference on African Business and Technology in Markham, Canada.
Invitation letters are issued promptly following verification of your registration and, where relevant, acceptance of your submitted paper. To ensure timely processing, delegates are encouraged to submit their requests well in advance of any visa application deadlines, attaching their registration confirmation and a copy of their accepted abstract or participation record.
It is important to note that the issuance of an official conference invitation letter does not constitute a guarantee of visa approval or entry into Canada. All visa and travel authorization decisions rest entirely with the relevant Canadian immigration and border services authorities, and delegates are solely responsible for initiating and completing their own application processes in accordance with applicable 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 – 27th International Conference on African Business and Technology
The 27th edition invites original scholarly contributions that interrogate, challenge, and advance understanding of business and technology dynamics across the African continent. We welcome empirical studies, theoretical frameworks, case analyses, and interdisciplinary perspectives that push the boundaries of existing knowledge in this field.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Markham, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- Fintech and mobile payment ecosystems
- African startup funding landscapes
- Digital transformation in African SMEs
- Agritech and food value chains
- Pan-African e-commerce growth strategies
- Renewable energy technology adoption
- African diaspora investment trends
- Blockchain applications in African trade
- AI governance and ethics in Africa
- Telecommunications infrastructure development
- Afrocentric innovation and frugal engineering
- Regional trade integration and digital policy
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 27th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Digital transformation in African SMEs, Renewable energy technology adoption or Afrocentric innovation and frugal engineering.
| 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 submission to the 27th International Conference on African Business and Technology undergoes a double-blind peer review conducted by subject-matter experts drawn from the fields of African economics, business management, and technology studies. Review criteria encompass originality of contribution, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and clarity of scholarly argumentation.
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 excellence and prominent recognition in the conference proceedings, the event website, and all post-conference communications distributed to the global delegate network.
- Winning authors will be offered a complimentary featured profile in the conference’s post-event digital publication and may be invited to present an extended version of their work in a specially convened highlight session, amplifying the reach and impact of their research across the African business and technology community.
27th International Conference on African Business and Technology – February 16, 2027 – Markham, 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 27th International Conference on African Business and Technology is a multidisciplinary forum welcoming research that spans economics, technology, policy, entrepreneurship, and development studies; accepted papers may therefore represent a broad spectrum of methodological traditions and academic disciplines.
- Inclusion of a paper in the conference program and proceedings is contingent upon at least one author completing full registration and confirming attendance by the stipulated deadline; failure to register will result in withdrawal of the submission from the official program.
- The conference program comprises multiple concurrent and sequential sessions across the event dates; registered attendees are responsible for reviewing the published schedule and selecting the sessions most relevant to their interests, as attendance at all sessions simultaneously is not possible.