Hosts:
Africa Research Group (ARG), Nottingham University Business School, UK, and Nova School of Business and Economics, Portugal.
Venue:
Nova School of Business and Economics, Rua da Holanda N.1, Carcavelos, Portugal.
Key dates:
- First announcement of call for papers: 4 December 2023
- Second call for papers: 30 April 2024
- Deadline for all submissions: 31 January 2025
- Announcement of results: 28 February 2025
- Registration deadline: 31 May 2025
- Announcement of Conference Programme: 30 June 2025
- Conference dates: 23-25 July 2025
Conference theme
Researching African organisational and business challenges at a time of rapid technological change and innovation.
This conference invites papers that explore the African business/organisational and socio-economic context, drawing from diverse theoretical and methodological approaches.
Conference overview
As African economies grow, numerous African enterprises and a wide range of organisations are steadily enhancing their competitiveness and capacity to engage in international business activities, both within the African continent and globally.
This transformative trend is driven by a convergence of factors, including technological and institutional advancements, improved infrastructure, a burgeoning middle class, and increasingly skilled and adaptable workforces.
These entities are breaking down barriers and seizing opportunities, creating a dynamic landscape where African firms are poised not only to prosper domestically but also to establish themselves as key players in the global marketplace, forging partnerships and trade relations that transcend geographical boundaries.
Simultaneously, there has been a significant surge in management scholarship dedicated to exploring and comprehending the dynamics of this burgeoning continent. This increase in academic interest is fuelled by various factors, including Africa's expanding population, growing consumer markets, increasing foreign investments, and its abundant natural resources. Scholars and researchers are increasingly drawn to the study of African markets, industries, and management practices, seeking insights into the unique challenges and opportunities the continent presents. This academic focus not only contributes to a more nuanced understanding of African business environments but also informs strategies for sustainable development, cross-cultural management, and international business expansion, making it a pivotal area of study for scholars from various disciplines.
Registration
A link to register for the conference will follow in due course. Please keep checking for updates.
Further information
For full details of the conference and how to submit papers please download the Africa Research Group 8th International Conference document.