Innovation, Sustainability and Inclusive Development as Pathways to Resilient Futures in Sub-Saharan Africa
The Sub-Sahara Africa Research Forum invites scholars, researchers, practitioners, and policymakers to submit original research papers for its upcoming multidisciplinary conference.
The Sub-Saharan Africa Research Forum is an inter-university academic platform established in 2022 to promote global research collaboration among African academics, professionals, and researchers across the world. Its primary objective is to drive innovation for Africa's development by fostering research excellence and generating evidence-based solutions to the challenges facing Sub-Saharan Africa.
This conference will explore how innovation, sustainability, and inclusive development can collectively drive resilient futures across Sub-Saharan Africa through interdisciplinary research, knowledge exchange, and policy engagement.
Conference Overview
In the face of evolving socio-economic, environmental, and technological challenges, the conference seeks to foster interdisciplinary dialogue and promote evidence-based solutions that address regional and global development priorities.
Objectives
1. Promote cutting-edge research addressing Africa's development challenges.
2. Encourage interdisciplinary collaboration across sectors and disciplines.
3. Provide a platform for knowledge exchange among academics and practitioners.
4. Generate policy-relevant insights for sustainable and inclusive growth.
Conference Sub-Themes
1. Sustainable Innovation Systems and Knowledge Economies
2. Climate Change Adaptation and Environmental Sustainability

3. Inclusive Economic Development and Poverty Reduction
4. Digital Transformation and Technological Inclusion
5. Public Health Systems and Social Wellbeing
6. Education Innovation and Human Capital Development
7. Governance Innovation and Institutional Capacity
8. Gender Equality and Social Inclusion
9. Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
10. Urbanisation, Infrastructure and Sustainable Cities
Submission Guidelines
• Abstracts should be 250–300 words.
• Full papers should not exceed 6,000–8,000 words.
• Submissions must be original and unpublished.
• Use APA or Chicago referencing style.
• Include author(s)' names, affiliations, and contact details.
Important Dates
Abstract Submission Deadline: 30 June 2026
Notification of Acceptance: 10 July 2026
Full Paper Submission Deadline: 31 July 2026
Conference Dates: 30 August – 2 September 2026
Conference Format and Venue
Venue: Virtual
Publication Opportunities
Accepted papers may be considered for:
Conference Proceedings (ISBN Indexed)
Special Issues in Peer-Reviewed Journals
Conference Fees
Regular Participants: ₦30,000
Submission and Enquiries
Please submit your abstracts and papers via:
Email: ssarf.conference@theinterscholar.org
Enquiries: 08039279859
Be part of shaping resilient and sustainable futures in Sub-Saharan Africa through rigorous research, innovative thinking, and collaborative engagement.