Conference Objectives
- Examine how homegrown African technology ecosystems are reshaping continental and global supply chains
- Evaluate the role of mobile finance, fintech infrastructure, and digital banking in driving financial inclusion across African markets
- Investigate cross-border trade dynamics under the African Continental Free Trade Area and their implications for SMEs and multinationals alike
- Highlight indigenous innovation models and their potential to offer scalable solutions for emerging economies worldwide
- Encourage dialogue between African policymakers, tech entrepreneurs, and international investors to co-develop sustainable business governance frameworks
- Advance scholarly research on the digital transformation of agriculture, health, and education sectors in African economies
Who Should Attend
From fund managers and trade ministers to NGO leaders and academic researchers, this conference serves a wide audience.
- Academic researchers specializing in African economics, business strategy, and technology studies
- Technology entrepreneurs and startup founders operating within or targeting African markets
- Investment fund managers and venture capitalists focused on emerging African industries
- Government officials and trade ministers engaged in African economic development policy
- Development finance professionals working with continental and multilateral institutions
- Corporate executives at multinational firms seeking strategic entry or expansion in African markets
- NGO and civil society leaders addressing technology-driven social enterprise in Africa
Select Ticket Type
Registration for the 35th International Conference on African Business and Technology offers a range of participation tiers designed to accommodate academics, practitioners, and students at varying stages of their careers and with differing levels of engagement. Each ticket option has been structured to provide transparent, all-inclusive pricing: applicable taxes are already incorporated into the displayed rates, so there are no hidden charges at checkout. We invite you to review the available ticket types and select the option that best aligns with your professional goals and participation plans.
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, delegates may request an official invitation letter from the conference secretariat to support travel arrangements, institutional approvals, or funding applications. The letter will confirm your participation status, the conference dates, and the Markham venue details, and is typically dispatched within three to five business days of receipt of your completed request form.
Invitation letters are issued exclusively to confirmed registered participants and reflect the information provided during the registration process. If you require the letter to reference specific institutional affiliations, presentation roles, or sponsoring body details, please indicate this clearly when submitting your request so the secretariat can tailor the document accordingly.
Please be aware that the issuance of an official conference invitation letter does not guarantee the granting of a visa or entry permit to Canada. All visa and immigration applications remain entirely at the discretion of the relevant Canadian governmental and border authorities, and attendees are strongly encouraged to begin their visa application process well in advance of the conference dates.
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 – 35th International Conference on African Business and Technology
The 35th edition invites original scholarship that interrogates the evolving business and technology landscape across Africa’s diverse economies and innovation hubs. Submissions should push beyond surface-level analysis to offer empirically grounded insights, novel theoretical contributions, or evidence-based policy recommendations.
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 money adoption
- African startup ecosystem growth
- Pan-African digital trade corridors
- AgriTech innovation in sub-Saharan Africa
- AfCFTA implementation challenges
- Renewable energy entrepreneurship Africa
- AI and machine learning African applications
- African diaspora investment flows
- HealthTech disruption in African markets
- Blockchain for African supply chains
- Urban tech and smart city Africa
- Women-led enterprises and digital inclusion
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 35th edition, papers can cover any of the conference tracks, for example Renewable energy entrepreneurship Africa, HealthTech disruption in African markets or Urban tech and smart city Africa.
| 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 35th International Conference on African Business and Technology undergo a double-blind peer review process, with each submission evaluated by reviewers in the field. Review criteria encompass originality of contribution, methodological soundness, relevance to African business and technology themes, and clarity of 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 along with a complimentary full registration for the 36th edition of the conference, recognizing their outstanding scholarly contribution to African business and technology research.
- Winning authors will be prominently featured in the official conference proceedings, highlighted across the conference’s digital and social media channels, and formally recommended by the scientific committee for expedited consideration in a leading peer-reviewed journal in the field.
35th International Conference on African Business and Technology – April 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.
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Disclaimer
- The 35th International Conference on African Business and Technology welcomes contributions spanning multiple disciplines — including economics, computer science, political science, public health, and social sciences — and does not restrict participation to any single academic or professional domain.
- Registration and payment of conference fees confirm a delegate’s intent to attend but do not constitute a guarantee of physical attendance; the conference organizing committee reserves the right to make programmatic adjustments and cannot be held liable for individual travel, accommodation, or logistical disruptions.
- Delegates are advised that access to specific sessions, workshops, or satellite events may be subject to capacity constraints, scheduling changes, or registration tier eligibility, and the organizers recommend reviewing the final program carefully upon its publication.