AI in Higher Education Summit | 14th–16th October 2026 | Egerton University, Njoro, Kenya

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Egerton University is pleased to announce the inaugural Europe–Africa POLYCIVIS Conference 2026 under the theme:

"Confronting the Europe–Africa Polycrisis: Advancing Peace, Equitable Trade, Digital Transformation, Environmental Sustainability, Resilient Food Systems, Human Mobility, Youth Empowerment and Inclusive Development."

The conference will be held at Kenya School of Government, Nairobi, Kenya, from 9th–11th September 2026.

The Europe–Africa POLYCIVIS Conference provides a multidisciplinary platform for researchers, academics, policymakers, innovators, development practitioners, industry leaders, civil society organizations, students and development partners to examine the interconnected challenges facing Europe and Africa. Through research, innovation and policy dialogue, the conference seeks to generate evidence-based solutions that strengthen peace, democratic governance, inclusive economic development, environmental sustainability and resilient societies.

The conference recognizes that contemporary challenges, including conflict, climate change, trade disruptions, technological transformation, migration, food insecurity and social inequalities, are interconnected and require collaborative, interdisciplinary responses. Participants will have the opportunity to present original research, policy analyses, technological innovations, case studies and best practices that contribute to addressing the Europe–Africa polycrisis.

Conference Thematic Areas

1. Peace, Security, Governance, Democratic Resilience and Hybrid Threats
2. Europe–Africa Trade, Policy and Inclusive Economic Partnerships
3. Climate Change, Environment and Natural Resource Governance
4. Agriculture, Food Systems and Rural Transformation
5. Gender Equality, Youth, Social Inclusion, Human Development and Well-Being
6. Digital Transformation, Innovation and Resilient Societies
7. Human Mobility, Migration and Crisis Governance

Submission Guidelines for Abstracts and Papers

Authors are invited to submit original and unpublished work aligned with one or more of the conference thematic areas.

Submissions should include:

• Clearly indicate the thematic area or sub-theme addressed.
• Author(s) name(s), institutional affiliation(s), email address(es) and telephone number(s).
• A brief biography of each author (maximum 90 words).
• Collaboration among multiple authors and institutions is highly encouraged.
• Abstracts should not exceed 350 words.
• Include 3–6 keywords arranged alphabetically.
• Full papers should not exceed 8,000 words, prepared in Times New Roman, Font Size 12, 1.5 line spacing, and referenced using the OSCOLA Citation Style.
• Proposals for poster presentations, exhibitions, innovations and technology demonstrations should not exceed one page.
• Submissions should present original research, innovative ideas or policy solutions with clear analytical depth and practical relevance.
• All abstracts will undergo peer review by the Conference Scientific Committee.

Authors of selected abstracts will be required to submit full papers and will be invited to present their papers in person during the conference. Selected papers will also be considered for publication in the conference proceedings.

Submission Process

All submissions should be made online through:

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Alternatively, submissions may be sent by email to:

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Important Dates

• Abstract Submission Deadline: 18th August 2026
• Notification of Acceptance: 20th August 2026
• Full Paper Submission Deadline: 28th August 2026
• Conference Dates: 9th–11th September 2026

Conference Venue

Morendat Institute, Nakuru, Kenya

Conference Links

For more information, visit:

• https://follap.egerton.ac.ke
• https://eujournal.egerton.ac.ke/index.php/elj

We look forward to receiving your contributions and welcoming you to the Europe–Africa POLYCIVIS Conference 2026 as we work together to generate innovative, interdisciplinary and policy-relevant solutions for a more peaceful, resilient and sustainable future across Europe and Africa.

At Egerton University, our scientists are at the forefront of research, innovation, and community transformation across Kenya, Africa, and beyond. With a strong legacy in agriculture, environmental sustainability, health, and socio-economic development, our multidisciplinary teams deliver impactful, evidence-based solutions to real-world challenges.