4th ANNUAL INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE

ON AFRICA’S SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT (ICASuD)

Wednesday 16 October – Thursday 17 October, 2024

Anchor University, Lagos

About ICASuD

The International Conference on Africa’s Sustainable Development (ICASuD) is an annual interdisciplinary research-based and industry-focused conference that addresses key economic and societal development issues across the African continent and its partnering nations. Since 2021, the International Centre for Policy Research and Industry Linkages (ICEPRIL), a subsidiary of Shaveh Consulting has hosted ICASuD as an annual international conference. The conference serves as a regional knowledge-creating hub that focused on economic growth, poverty alleviation, food scarcity, sustainable livelihood, accelerated growth, and sustainable development among Africa nations.

ICASuD 2024 will bring researchers, practitioners, investors, and policy makers from universities, research institutions, global agencies, and other African and global organizations to identify new ways of supporting Africa’s sustainable development and to achieve stronger continental competitiveness in the region and its cross-continental partnerships.

Main Theme

Harnessing Africa’s Potentials for Sustainable Development amidst Global Turbulence

WHERE (Hybrid)

Physical: Nursing Science Seminar Room, Anchor University, Lagos.

Virtual: Link to be sent to registered participants

WHEN

Wednesday 16 October – Thursday 17 October, 2024

Sub-Themes and Objectives

The Conference sub-themes will address the following topics, namely:

• Africa’s Resource Economy
• Debt Resolution
• Effects of the Political Economy
• Policy Design Around Sustainability
• Sustainable and Inclusive Economic Recovery
• The Global Value Chain and International Diplomacy
• Global Trade
• The Entrepreneurial Economy and the Informal Market
• Monetary and Fiscal Policies for Growth
• Rapid Urbanization Growth
• Transparent and Accountable Governance
• Climate Change and Vulnerability
• Influence of Emerging Technologies
• Sustainable Tourism and Cultural Heritage
• Innovative Agricultural Practices and Food Security

We welcome submissions that address these sub-themes and topics. Submissions that are relevant to the sustainable development of Africa’s management and institutions are also welcome.

Type of Submissions

Research Papers: Reports (academic and industry) of original conceptual or empirical research that has been conducted.

Teaching Cases: Case studies that relate to one or more of the sub-themes showcasing real life situations that can be used for teaching and training.

Doctoral/(Graduate) Student Consortium: These are research idea proposals from students.

Workshops: Workshops are interactive panel sessions for discussing particular topics.

Submission Guidelines

The Organizing Committee of ICASuD 2024 wish to encourage paper presentations from both industry practitioners and researchers in academia and research-based institutions.
Abstracts of not more than 300 words should be submitted online to https://forms.gle/sWpNZGYjDMkGkdcy6. Each abstract should include at least four (4) keywords.

  • Font type: Times New Roman, 12 point size
  • Line Spacing: 1.5
  • Author(s) Name(s) and Affiliation(s): Centre alignment, 12 point size, superscripts for different affiliation (1, 2…)
  • Sub headings: introduction, literature review, methods, analysis of data, discussion of findings and conclusion

CALL FOR PAPERS

All papers must be saved in MS Word and must follow APA referencing style.

Important Dates

Final Date to submit all Abstracts: July 26, 2024
Notification of Acceptance for all Abstract Submissions: Rolling
Deadline for full Paper Submission: August 23, 2024  September 27, 2024 (Extended)
Notification of Acceptance of Full Papers: Rolling
Presenting Author Registration Deadline: October 12, 2024

Each paper will undergo a double-blind peer review process. Acceptance will be based on quality, relevance, and originality.

Target Participants

ICASuD 2024 Contact Persons

Dr Ayodotun Stephen Ibidunni
(ICASuD 2024 Chair)
+234 803 489 3637; Ibidunni.as@shavehconsulting.com

Dr. Emmanuel Okoh
(ICASuD 2024 Secretary)
+234 802 338 5969; okohee@gmail.com