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Organizers: African Interdisciplinary Studies Association (AISA) & Multimedia University of Kenya

Sponsors: Multimedia University of Kenya, Kenya Scholars and Studies Association (KESSA), Centre for Democracy, Research and Development (CEDRED), African Interdisciplinary Studies Association (AISA)

Conference Dates: June 17–19, 2026
Venue: Multimedia University of Kenya, Nairobi, Kenya (Hybrid – Online & In-person)

Theme: “The Past, Present and Future of Development in Africa”

The conference invites critical and research papers exploring Africa’s development across disciplines, including climate change, governance, technology, education, business, and more. Scholars are encouraged to submit abstracts (250–300 words) with full contact details and institutional affiliation by March 30, 2026. Full papers or PowerPoint presentations are due by May 25, 2026. Selected papers will be published in peer-reviewed journals affiliated with AISA and CEDRED.

Registration Fees

• East African Universities & Organizations: Face-to-face US$50 / Online US$40
• Rest of Africa: Face-to-face US$60 / Online US$50
• Rest of the World: Face-to-face US$100 / Online US$80
• Exhibition/Advertising Stand: US$50

Payment Details

Center for Democracy, Research and Development (CEDRED), Sidian Bank, Kilimani Branch, Nairobi
Account No: 01036020019082
Swift Code: SIDNKENA

Colloquia & Sub-Themes

14 thematic areas covering topics such as:

• Development, Climate Change, Blue Economy
• Business, Economics, Strategic Resource Utilization
• Education, Social & Cultural Movements
• Law, Human Rights & Development
• Science, Technology, Engineering & Industrial Revolution
• Agriculture, Forestry, Water & Energy
• AI, Security, Peace & Conflict
• … and many others

(Full list of colloquia and sub-themes included in the PDF.)

Abstract Submission

Send abstracts to:

• Prof. Maurice N. Amutabi: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.
• Prof. (Eng) Abel Mayaka: This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. / This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it.

Important Dates

• Abstract Submission: March 30, 2026
• Full Paper/Presentation Submission: May 25, 2026
• Early Book Publication: April 30, 2026

Download Full Call for Abstracts & Proposals [PDF]: Download PDF