Objectives of the 136th Global Conference on African Business and Technology – Vancouver, Canada
Global Conference Alliance Inc. will organize the 136th Global Conference on African Business and Technology in Vancouver, Canada. This event brings together people from many parts of the world who want to support Africa through smart business ideas and simple, helpful technology.
During the conference, you’ll hear about clean energy, mobile tools, better farming methods, and new ways to grow small businesses. Here, every session is designed to be easy to understand, using real stories and practical examples that show how these ideas work in everyday life.
This global conference in Canada gives you a chance to learn, share, and build something meaningful. It’s all about finding clear solutions that can help African communities grow stronger. Whether you are starting a business, working on a project, or sharing new research, this is the place to connect and grow.
Who Should Attend the 136th Global Conference on African Business and Technology?
This event is open to anyone who wants to support Africa’s growth with smart ideas, simple tools, and creative thinking. It’s a great fit for business leaders, educators, government workers, tech professionals, and investors who want to learn how to make a real impact.
Students, young entrepreneurs, and community members are also encouraged to attend. Even if you are just getting started, this friendly international conference in Canada is a great place to ask questions, meet inspiring people, and explore useful ideas that can bring real change.
Why You Should Attend the 136th Global Conference on African Business and Technology
The 136th Global Conference on African Business and Technology offers simple lessons from people who are already working on exciting projects. You’ll learn how basic tech, strong ideas, and teamwork can solve real problems in areas like health, farming, and small business.
You’ll join in talks, workshops, and group sessions where every voice matters. It’s a place where people share ideas, ask questions, and build new friendships. These kinds of open discussions can lead to great partnerships and fresh projects that truly help others.
Vancouver is the perfect city for this event. It’s clean, peaceful, and full of new ideas. You’ll leave the conference feeling motivated, ready to take action, and connected to people who care about making a difference in Africa through business and technology.
Conference Details:
Conference Date:
October 3, 2026
Conference Name:
136th Global Conference on African Business and Technology (GCABT)
Benefits of Attending the 136th Global Conference on African Business and Technology
This upcoming conference in Canada offers a mix of learning, connection, and inspiration. Here’s what you’ll enjoy:
Opportunity for Publication: Present your ideas in the official conference book and get recognized by international audiences.
Abstract Visibility: Accepted abstracts will be shared online, helping your work reach professionals across different countries.
Conference Kit: Receive a pen, notebook, program guide, and helpful items to make your conference experience smooth and easy.
Networking Opportunities: Connect with leaders, changemakers, and thinkers from over 100 countries who want to help Africa grow.
Diverse Participation: Listen to stories and ideas from many cultures and backgrounds, giving you new ways to look at problems.
Technical Sessions: Join talks about farming tools, green energy, online learning, business development, and mobile tech solutions.
Award Recognition: Get awards for your research, ideas, or presentation that show smart and thoughtful work.
Professional Photos: Take part in photo sessions to capture memories with speakers, new friends, and guests.
Registration Fees:
Early Bird Author Registration – US$500 For authors keen on availing a $100 discount on the regular registration fee, early bird registration is recommended.
Regular Author Registration – US$600 If early bird deadline has been missed, authors can option for the regular registration process
Listener Registration – US$500 Individuals interested in attending the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as listeners.
Speaker Registration – US$700 Individuals interested in speak at the conference to expand their knowledge and network can register as speakers.
Select Tickets Type:
Domestic Listener (New Year Early Bird)
US$300 US$500
Including all taxes
Full access to sessions, workshops & networking
Entry to special sessions and panel discussions
Breakout session and networking activities
Participation in live Q and A segments
No invitation letters for discounted tickets
Best Paper Award opportunities with a certificate
Receive an official Certificate of Attendance
USA/Canada residents or existing visa holders only
Speaker
US$700
Including all taxes
Exclusive Invitation to speak at the conference
Invitation letter for the visa process support
Full access to conference materials
Speaking slot based on the selection
Certificate for attendance and contribution
Recognition as an invited speaker at the conference
Access to sessions, panels, and speaker networking
Invitation letter copies sent to embassies globally
Author (Early Bird)
US$500 US$600
Including all taxes
Personalized Conference Invitation Letter.
Invitation letter for Visa process support.
Full access to conference materials.
Publication opportunities in reputed journals.
Best Paper Award opportunities with a certificate.
Full access to sessions, workshops & networking.
Receive an official Certificate of Attendance.
Invitation letter copies sent to embassies globally.
Author (Regular)
US$600
Including all taxes
Personalized Conference Invitation Letter.
Invitation letter for Visa process support.
Full access to conference materials.
Publication opportunities in reputed journals.
Best Paper Award opportunities with a certificate.
Full access to sessions, workshops & networking.
Receive an official Certificate of Attendance.
Invitation letter copies sent to embassies globally.
Listener
US$500
Including all taxes
Personalized Conference Invitation Letter.
Invitation letter for Visa process support.
Full access to conference materials.
Publication opportunities in reputed journals.
Best Paper Award opportunities with a certificate.
Full access to sessions, workshops & networking.
Receive an official Certificate of Attendance.
Invitation letter copies sent to embassies globally.
Guaranteed Safe Checkout:
Terms & Conditions:
Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation during the conference.
After completing the registration and verifying your successful payment , an regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
In the event that a conference is not held due to circumstances beyond one’s control, participants will have the opportunity to attend any future event organized by Global Conference Alliance anywhere in the world for FREE.
Disclaimer:
Please note that all our conferences are multidisciplinary. In addition to the main topic, other topics may also be discussed during the scheduled sessions.
It is mandatory to confirm your attendance prior to the conference to guarantee your seat and catering arrangements.
Registered participants may either attend the entire event or choose to attend only their specific sessions.
Registration Includes:
Technical Sessions
Meals and Coffee Breaks on Conference Day
Conference bag and accessories
A certificate of presentation (for the Authors)
A certificate of Participation (for the Listeners)
Publication in the online conference proceeding (for the authors)
Reception of the registered participants at the conference venue
Best Paper Award:
The Best Paper Award will be announced at the conference closing session. The winner of the Best Paper Award will be rewarded with:
A signed and stamped official award certificate
The announcement of her/his achievement on the conference website
Call for Papers: 136th Global Conference on African Business and Technology – Vancouver, Canada
Global Conference Alliance Inc. welcomes papers for the 136th Global Conference on African Business and Technology in Vancouver, Canada. This international event offers a warm, supportive space to share projects, research, and ideas that help Africa grow through business and tech.
Papers may focus on clean energy, mobile solutions, farming tech, education tools, finance access, or local business support. You can send case studies, real-life stories, or research papers. Every submission goes through a fair double-blind review process to ensure quality and fairness.
If accepted, your paper will be published in the official conference proceedings and shared with attendees from around the world. Join this Canadian conference with invitation letters to share your work, meet new people, and be part of building real solutions that support Africa’s future.
Suggested Topics Include:
Emerging Markets in Africa
Digital Transformation and Adoption
Tech Hubs and African Innovation
African Fintech Evolution
E-commerce Trends in Africa
Sustainable Energy & Tech Solutions
Agricultural Tech Innovations
Digital Health Solutions in Africa
AI, Big Data, and their African Potential
Infrastructure, Connectivity, and Digital Expansion
Investment Landscapes in Africa
Talent Development and Digital Education
Women in African Tech and Business
Ecosystem Collaborations and Pan-African Partnerships
Regulatory Landscape & Policy Implications
Post-Pandemic Resilience and Innovation
Mobile Money & Financial Inclusivity in Africa
African Startups & Global Scaling
Submission Details
Full papers and abstracts are invited to submit
All submissions must be original work, not previously published elsewhere, and not currently submitted to any other conference or journal.
GCA uses double-blind peer review for all our conferences.
APA style must be followed throughout the manuscript.
Full papers must be between 4 and 10 pages long (including abstract, figures, tables, and references).
Required Font: Times New Roman with size 10.
Please submit your paper to the Submission Form below.
Once a paper is accepted, please complete the author registration at Registration.
If you are interested to participate as Listener, please complete the Listener Registration at Registration.
Author papers can take up to 14 business days to be reviewed by our team.
Peer Review Details
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.
136th Global Conference on African Business and Technology (GCABT) – October 2-4, 2026 – Vancouver, Canada
Friday, October 2, 2026, Day 1: Delegate Arrival
Saturday, October 3, 2026, Day 2: Conference Day (1 PM to 5 PM)
[Registration will start from 1 PM, Gate Closes at 1:30 PM]
Activity List, Saturday, October 3, 2026 (Conference Day)
Time
Registration and Lunch
1:00 PM – 1:30 PM
Opening Remarks by Conference Chair
1:30 PM – 1:35 PM
Keynote Session
Keynote Speech 1: African Business and Technology Keynote Speech by Dr. Nam Le
1:35 PM – 1:55 PM
Keynote Speech 2: African Business and Technology Keynote Speech by Dr. Afzalur Rahman
1:55 PM – 2:15 PM
Keynote Speech 3: African Business and Technology Keynote Speech by Dr. Muhammad Mohiuddin
2:15 PM – 2:35 PM
Break
2:35 PM – 2:40 PM
Corporate Track
Workshop (Business/Management/Leadership)
2:40 PM – 3:25 PM
Break
3:25 PM – 3:30 PM
Academic Track
Technical Session 1
Author Presentation
3:30 PM – 3:50 PM
Photo Session and Certificate Giving Ceremony
3:50 PM – 4:10 PM
Closing Remarks
4:10 PM – 4:30 PM
Testimonials
4:30 PM – 5:00 PM
Sunday, October 4, 2026, Day 3: Optional City Tour (City tour is optional and subject to availability. Participants wishing to join must confirm in advance, as an additional fee applies. To book, please send your request to [email protected])
Disclaimer:
Please note that all our conferences are multidisciplinary. The actual length of the keynote speech and author presentation might vary depending on the conference topics and number of authors presenting.
The main conference event will take place on Day 2. There will be no conference activities on Day 1 or Day 3.
CONFERENCE VENUE: University of British Columbia Room C215- 800 Robson Street, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada V6Z 3B7
CONTACT US: Global Conference Alliance Inc.
3552 W 41st Ave, Vancouver, BC V6N 3E6
E-mail: [email protected]
Dr. Nam Le
Assistant Professor and Vice Chair of the Undergraduate Department at University Canada West
Dr. Nam Le is the Assistant Professor and Vice Chair of the Undergraduate Department at University Canada West. He holds a Doctor of Business Administration from Walden University, a Master of Science in International Business from the University of Hertfordshire, an MBA from Vancouver Island University, and a professional designation in international trade. Dr. Le is a leading expert in globalization, emerging economies, global migration and immigration, and the internationalization of small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), with a particular focus on East Asia. His publication record and research contributions reflect his commitment to advancing knowledge in these critical areas of business management.
Dr. Afzalur Rahman
Doctor of Business Administration – DBA in International Business (USA) Certified International Trade Professional – CITP (Canada) Former Professor of Business Management – Douglas College (Canada)
Dr. Afzalur Rahman is the CEO of Global Conference Alliance, where he leads a team of professionals dedicated to delivering premier academic training, conference hosting, and event planning services to scholars and researchers worldwide. With more than 15 years of experience in higher education and international business, he is deeply committed to fostering knowledge exchange, cross-border collaboration, and innovation across disciplines.
In addition to his role at Global Conference Alliance, Dr. Rahman is the CEO and President of the Canada-Africa International Business Chamber of Commerce, an organization focused on strengthening economic ties, trade partnerships, and investment opportunities between Canada and African nations.
He is also the founder and CEO of Universal Training Corporation, a multidimensional training institute based in Vancouver, Canada. Dr. Rahman holds a Doctor of Business Administration in International Business, an MBA in Finance, and a Bachelor of Commerce in Business Administration and Management. He is a Certified International Trade Professional (CITP) and a Chartered Professional in Human Resources (CPHR), underscoring his extensive credentials and expertise.
Dr. Rahman has a rich background in academia, having taught at multiple universities in Canada, the United States, China, and Bangladesh. His teaching experience includes positions at Douglas College, the University of British Columbia, and several other institutions. He has also published numerous articles in peer-reviewed journals, with research interests that include international marketing, human resource management, business strategy, and global entrepreneurship.
Dr. Muhammad Mohiuddin
Laval University
Dr. Muhammad Mohiuddin is an Associate Professor of International Business and Global Strategy at Laval University, Quebec, Canada. He has previously taught at institutions such as Thompson Rivers University (Canada), University of Paris-Est (France), Osnabrück University of Applied Sciences (Germany), Shanghai University of Technology, and Tianjin University of Technology (China). His research has been published in prominent journals, including Research Policy, Applied Economics, Journal of Global Information Management, Review of Economic Philosophy, Strategic Change, International Journal of Logistics Research & Applications, International Journal of Knowledge Management, Journal of Environmental Management, and Journal of Cleaner Production, among others.
Dr. Mohiuddin has also been awarded a research grant from the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council (SSHRC) of Canada. Currently, he serves as the Director of the Research Group on Contemporary Asia (GERAC) at Laval University. Additionally, he is a co-Managing Editor of Transnational Corporations Review and a Topic Editor for Sustainability.
He is a member of the Board of Directors for the Canadian Council on Small Business and Entrepreneurship (CCSBE) and a member of the CEDIMES Institute (France).
Terms & Conditions (Attendees & Sponsorships):
Please note that all registration fees are non-refundable, non-negotiable, and non-transferable.
Please make your own arrangements for visa (if applicable), accommodation and transportation during the conference.
After completing the registration and verifying your successful payment , an regular invitation letter will be sent within 3 business days.
Changes due to spelling or minor mistakes in the invitation letter will cost US$50.
In the event that a conference is not held due to circumstances beyond one’s control, participants will have the opportunity to attend any future event organized by Global Conference Alliance anywhere in the world for FREE.
Invitation letter will not be provided for the Domestic Listener (New Year Early Bird) ticket category.
Terms & Conditions (Notarized Invitation Letter):
Voluntary Service: The provision of a Notarized Invitation Letter is an additional, voluntary service not directly linked to the main Conference event. Its availability depends on the demands of international delegates requiring supporting documents for their visa applications.
No Guarantee of Visa Approval: While this letter carries weight in many jurisdictions, it’s crucial to understand that its possession doesn’t guarantee visa approval. The respective consulate or embassy, following their own regulations and discretion, determines visa approval.
Non-refundable Service: The US$100 fee for the Notarized Invitation Letter is fixed and non-refundable. No reversals or refunds will be issued, irrespective of whether the visa is approved or denied.
Acceptance of Terms: You acknowledge and agree to these terms by requesting a Notarized Invitation Letter. You also understand that this service is a supplementary aid to your visa application process and is not directly associated with the main Conference event.
Amendments to Terms: We reserve the right to change these terms at any point without notice. Regularly review these terms for updates. Continued use of this service after modifications constitutes acceptance of the changes.
Upon verification of payment confirmation and completing the registration form on our website, a Notarized Conference Invitation Letter will be sent within 10 business days.
Disclaimer:
Please note that all our conferences are multidisciplinary. In addition to the main topic, other topics may also be discussed during the scheduled sessions.
It is mandatory to confirm your attendance prior to the conference to guarantee your seat and catering arrangements.
Registered participants may either attend the entire event or choose to attend only their specific sessions.
October 2-4, 2026
Vancouver, Canada
