About This Event
The 24th International Conference on African Economics and Development will take place on January 29, 2027, in Ajax, Canada. This in-person conference brings together economists, academic researchers, policymakers, development professionals, government representatives, financial experts, doctoral students, private-sector analysts, and other professionals to exchange knowledge and discuss major issues shaping African economies and development.
The conference will focus on areas such as macroeconomic stability, fiscal and monetary policy, structural transformation, industrialization, development finance, foreign direct investment, regional economic integration, digital economies, financial inclusion, agricultural development, climate finance, youth employment, infrastructure, natural resource governance, and sustainable economic development.
Participants will have opportunities to attend keynote and technical sessions, participate in panel discussions and Q&A, build professional connections, and exchange ideas with academics, policymakers, and professionals from different backgrounds. Authors may submit original abstracts, research papers, case studies, review papers, or professional presentations for consideration.
Who Should Attend:
• Academic economists and development studies researchers
• Government economists and policymakers
• Representatives from development banks and financial institutions
• NGO and civil society professionals
• Doctoral candidates and early-career researchers
• Private-sector analysts and investment professionals
• Professionals working in African economic development
The conference begins with registration and networking at 9:00 AM, followed by opening remarks, keynote sessions, technical sessions, panel discussions, audience Q&A, certificate distribution, a photo session, and networking.
Conference Date: January 29, 2027
Location: Ajax, Ontario, Canada
Format: In-Person
Registration Deadline: January 15, 2027
Organizer: MS International Conferences Inc.