Conference Objectives
- Advance empirical research on African macroeconomic performance, fiscal policy, and monetary systems in an era of global financial volatility
- Facilitate critical dialogue between academic researchers and on-the-ground development practitioners to bridge the gap between theory and implementable policy
- Examine the role of regional integration frameworks, including the African Continental Free Trade Area, in reshaping intra-African trade and investment flows
- Highlight innovative financing mechanisms, including climate finance, diaspora remittances, and sovereign debt restructuring, as levers for sustainable development
- Amplify underrepresented research voices from early-career African scholars and institutions based within the continent
- Cultivate lasting interdisciplinary partnerships among economists, sociologists, environmental scientists, and governance specialists working across African contexts
Who Should Attend
Central bank officials, impact investors, NGO practitioners and doctoral students sit alongside academic economists here.
- Academic economists and development studies researchers specializing in African regional or country-level analyses
- Government ministers, central bank officials, and senior civil servants responsible for economic planning across African nations
- Representatives from multilateral institutions such as the African Development Bank, World Bank, and IMF
- Private sector investors, impact finance professionals, and entrepreneurs active in African emerging markets
- Non-governmental organization leaders and humanitarian development practitioners implementing programs across the continent
- Doctoral students and postdoctoral fellows seeking peer feedback on Africa-focused dissertations and early-stage research
- Journalists, think-tank analysts, and policy advocates covering African economic and development affairs
Select Ticket Type
The registration options for the 34th International Conference on African Economics and Development have been structured to suit the diverse professional circumstances of our attendees, from established senior scholars to first-time student attendees. Each ticket type grants access to the core conference program, keynote addresses, and networking receptions. All listed registration prices 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 successful registration for the 34th International Conference on African Economics and Development, participants may formally request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat. This document confirms your acceptance and registration status, providing the documentation commonly required by embassies and consular offices when processing travel visa applications for entry into Canada.
Invitation letters are issued exclusively to registered delegates and co-authors whose submissions have been formally accepted by the program committee. To request your letter, please submit a completed invitation letter request form through the conference portal, ensuring that all registration fees have been settled in full prior to submission. The secretariat endeavors to dispatch letters within three to five business days of receiving a complete request.
It is important to note that the issuance of an official invitation letter by the conference organizing committee does not in any way guarantee the approval of a visa or travel authorization by Canadian immigration authorities or any other government body. Visa decisions rest solely with the relevant national immigration authority, and delegates are strongly encouraged to initiate their visa applications well in advance of the conference dates to allow sufficient processing time.
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 – 34th International Conference on African Economics and Development
Scholars and practitioners are warmly invited to submit original contributions that push the boundaries of knowledge on African economic development and related interdisciplinary fields. The program committee welcomes theoretical, empirical, and policy-oriented submissions that engage substantively with Africa’s evolving economic realities in 2027 and beyond.
Accepted work may be considered for the conference proceedings where applicable and is presented during the event in Brampton, Canada.
Suggested Submission Topics:
- AfCFTA trade integration outcomes
- Agricultural transformation and food security
- African sovereign debt sustainability
- Fintech and mobile money adoption
- Commodity dependence and export diversification
- Climate finance and green transition Africa
- Urban migration and labor market dynamics
- Social protection and poverty reduction
- Gender equity in African economies
- Infrastructure investment and productivity gaps
- Pan-African monetary policy coordination
- Natural resource governance and revenue management
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 34th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Fintech and mobile money adoption, Gender equity in African economies or Infrastructure investment and productivity gaps.
| 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 34th International Conference on African Economics and Development undergo a double-blind peer review process conducted by subject-matter experts in the field. Reviewers evaluate manuscripts on originality, methodological soundness, relevance to African economic development, and clarity of argumentation before recommendations are returned 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.
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 co-signed by the conference chairs and a complimentary full registration waiver for the following edition of the conference, recognizing the outstanding contribution their research makes to the field of African economics and development
- Winning authors will be prominently featured in the official post-conference communications, including the newsletter and social media channels, and their papers will be fast-tracked for editorial consideration in a partner peer-reviewed journal dedicated to African economic scholarship
34th International Conference on African Economics and Development – April 13, 2027 – 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.
Terms and ConditionsRefund PolicyNotarized Invitation Letter
Disclaimer
- The 34th International Conference on African Economics and Development is designed as a multidisciplinary forum; accepted submissions may therefore engage with adjacent fields such as political economy, environmental policy, and social development, and the conference does not restrict participation to economists alone.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intention to attend but do not constitute a guaranteed reservation of any specific session seat, workshop placement, or accommodation; delegates are responsible for independently arranging lodging and for registering in capacity-limited workshops on a first-come, first-served basis.
- The conference program is subject to revision, and the organizing committee reserves the right to reschedule, merge, or cancel individual sessions in response to speaker availability, attendance levels, or unforeseen logistical circumstances; full attendance at all sessions across the conference duration cannot be guaranteed for every registered participant.