About the Conference
The 2nd International Conference on African Economics and Development convenes scholars, policymakers, and development practitioners in Toronto, Canada, to interrogate the structural forces shaping Africa’s economic trajectory. This gathering creates a rare intellectual space where empirical research meets actionable policy, bridging continental realities with global financial systems. By uniting diverse expertise under one roof, the 2026 edition aims to accelerate evidence-based dialogue that translates academic insight into tangible development outcomes across African economies.
Conference Objectives
- Examine the evolving landscape of trade, investment, and regional economic integration across African continental frameworks
- Critically assess the role of digital financial inclusion and fintech innovation in expanding economic participation among underserved African populations
- Explore sustainable development pathways that reconcile Africa’s natural resource wealth with environmental stewardship and intergenerational equity
- Interrogate the effectiveness of foreign aid, debt architecture, and multilateral lending in supporting or constraining African sovereign development agendas
- Highlight homegrown policy frameworks and indigenous economic models that challenge conventional development orthodoxies
- Foster South-South and Africa-diaspora research collaborations that amplify underrepresented voices in global economic scholarship
Who Should Attend
This conference brings together a vibrant mix of professionals, academics, and thought leaders from around the world.
- Academic economists and development studies researchers specializing in African regional economies
- Government ministers, planning commissioners, and public finance officials from African Union member states
- Representatives from multilateral development banks, the IMF, World Bank, and African Development Bank
- Entrepreneurs, impact investors, and private sector leaders operating within African markets
- Civil society advocates and NGO professionals engaged in poverty alleviation and community development
- Doctoral candidates and early-career researchers seeking to publish and network in their fields
- Journalists, think-tank analysts, and policy communicators covering African economic affairs
Select Ticket Type
To participate in the 2026 conference in Toronto, delegates are invited to explore the registration tiers designed to accommodate academics, students, practitioners, and institutional groups alike. Each ticket category has been thoughtfully structured to reflect the needs of different attendee profiles, and all listed prices are fully inclusive of applicable taxes. We encourage early registration to secure your preferred category and take advantage of any available early-bird rates.
Select Tickets Type:
Author (Early Bird)
US$499 US$599
Including all taxes
Author (Regular)
US$599
Including all taxes
Listener
US$499
Including all taxes
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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.
- Speaker Registration – US$699 Individuals interested in speaking at the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as speakers.
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, participants of the 2nd International Conference on African Economics and Development may request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This letter is intended to support your travel arrangements and, where necessary, to accompany visa applications to Canadian immigration authorities, confirming the dates, venue, and nature of the event.
To obtain an invitation letter, attendees must have completed their registration and, where applicable, paid the applicable conference fee. The secretariat will process requests promptly and provide a signed, formally formatted document that identifies the conference details and the registrant’s role as a delegate, presenter, or participant.
Please note that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference secretariat does not guarantee the approval of a visa or entry permit by Canadian immigration authorities. Visa decisions rest solely with the relevant government bodies, and delegates are encouraged to begin their application process well in advance of the conference dates.
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 2nd International Conference on African Economics and Development is a multidisciplinary forum that brings together perspectives from economics, development studies, public policy, finance, sociology, and related fields; the inclusion of diverse disciplines reflects the complexity of African development and does not imply endorsement of any particular theoretical or ideological standpoint.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intention to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the program, speakers, or format in response to unforeseen circumstances, and no refund will be issued solely on the basis of such modifications.
- Delegates are responsible for attending the sessions for which they are registered; the conference secretariat cannot issue certificates of attendance or participation for sessions not personally attended, and it is the delegate’s responsibility to ensure their attendance record accurately reflects their engagement with the program.
Call for Papers – 2nd International Conference on African Economics and Development
The organizing committee warmly invites researchers, practitioners, and theorists to submit original contributions that push the frontier of knowledge on African economics and development for the 2026 conference in Toronto. We welcome full papers, empirical studies, policy analyses, and comparative case studies that offer fresh perspectives on the economic challenges and opportunities defining Africa’s present and future.
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 manuscripts submitted to the 2nd International Conference on African Economics and Development undergo a rigorous double-blind peer review process, with each submission evaluated by at least two independent subject-matter experts drawn from the conference’s international scientific committee. Reviewers assess submissions on the basis of originality, methodological soundness, relevance to the conference themes, and the quality of argumentation before acceptance decisions are communicated to authors.
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:
- The recipient of the Best Paper Award will be honored with a formally engraved certificate of excellence and prominent recognition across all official conference communications, including the website, proceedings, and social media channels, amplifying the reach and visibility of their scholarly contribution.
- Beyond the certificate, the best paper awardee will receive a complimentary full registration for the following edition of the conference, providing a meaningful opportunity to continue their engagement with the African economics and development research community at no additional cost.
2nd International Conference on African Economics and Development (AED) – August 14-16, 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 2nd International Conference on African Economics and Development is a multidisciplinary forum that brings together perspectives from economics, development studies, public policy, finance, sociology, and related fields; the inclusion of diverse disciplines reflects the complexity of African development and does not imply endorsement of any particular theoretical or ideological standpoint.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intention to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the program, speakers, or format in response to unforeseen circumstances, and no refund will be issued solely on the basis of such modifications.
- Delegates are responsible for attending the sessions for which they are registered; the conference secretariat cannot issue certificates of attendance or participation for sessions not personally attended, and it is the delegate’s responsibility to ensure their attendance record accurately reflects their engagement with the program.
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 2nd International Conference on African Economics and Development is a multidisciplinary forum that brings together perspectives from economics, development studies, public policy, finance, sociology, and related fields; the inclusion of diverse disciplines reflects the complexity of African development and does not imply endorsement of any particular theoretical or ideological standpoint.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intention to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the organizing committee reserves the right to modify the program, speakers, or format in response to unforeseen circumstances, and no refund will be issued solely on the basis of such modifications.
- Delegates are responsible for attending the sessions for which they are registered; the conference secretariat cannot issue certificates of attendance or participation for sessions not personally attended, and it is the delegate’s responsibility to ensure their attendance record accurately reflects their engagement with the program.