International Conference on Green and Sustainable Development
Conference Dates: March 10-12, 2025
Conference Outcomes
The joint conference (University of Kigali, University of Fort Hare and North West University) seeks to achieve the following outcomes:
- Promote Knowledge Exchange: Facilitate dialogue and the exchange of ideas among scholars, practitioners, and policymakers on challenges and solutions in sustainable development.
- Showcase Research: Provide a platform for researchers to present their work on sustainability, green technology, and environmentally friendly practices, fostering an academic exchange between the two universities.
- Encourage Collaboration: Build networks among academics, industry experts, government officials, and NGOs to foster partnerships and collaborative projects, enhancing regional cooperation.
- Support Policy Development: Contribute to the formulation of evidence-based policies that promote sustainability and environmental stewardship across Africa.
- Enhance Capacity Building: Equip participants with the skills and knowledge necessary to implement sustainable practices in their respective fields and communities.
Key Themes and Topics
The conference will focus on several key themes related to green and sustainable development:
- Sustainable Business, Management, and Economics
- Green entrepreneurship and innovation
- Circular economy practices
- Sustainable finance and investment
- Projects on dynamic environments.
- Sustainable supply chain management
- Green Technologies and Innovation
- Emerging technology: Application of Artificial Intelligence, Internet of things and Robotics
- Sustainable materials and design
- Waste management and recycling innovations
- Smart cities and green building technologies
- Environmental Policy and Governance
- Policy frameworks for sustainable development
- International agreements and local implementation
- Role of governments and NGOs in promoting sustainability
- Social Equity and Sustainable Development
- Financial Inclusion
- Gender and social inclusion in sustainable practices
- Community-led conservation efforts
- Addressing inequality in access to resources
- Sustainable Agriculture and Food Systems
- Innovative farming techniques
- Food security and sustainable nutrition
- Agroecology and permaculture
- Climate Change Mitigation and Adaptation
- Climate-resilient infrastructure
- Renewable energy solutions
- Carbon footprint reduction strategies
Conference Format
The conference will include a mix of keynote speeches, panel discussions, paper presentations, workshops, and networking sessions:
- Keynote Speeches: Delivered by prominent experts and thought leaders in sustainable development, with representation
- Panel Discussions: Featuring diverse perspectives on critical sustainability issues, including policy, research, and practice.
- Paper Presentations: Researchers will present their papers on various themes, followed by Q&A sessions.
- Workshops: Interactive sessions focusing on practical skills and knowledge in sustainability, such as green technology application and sustainable project management.
- Poster Sessions: Displaying innovative research and projects, with authors available for discussion.
- Networking Events: Opportunities for participants to connect, exchange ideas, and explore collaboration possibilities.
- Title Page
Include the title, author names, affiliations, a short title (max 12 words), and contact details for the corresponding author. - Abstract
A brief summary of the purpose, methodology, findings, and conclusions (max 300 words). - Keywords
A maximum of 6 keywords. - Introduction
Provide context, purpose, and background for the paper, linking relevant literature with the study’s objectives. - Literature Review
Summarize key theoretical foundations and previous work on the subject, providing critical analysis. - Methodology
Describe the study’s methods, including sampling and analysis techniques, and discuss ethical considerations. - Findings
Present data clearly using tables, figures, and statistical tests. - Discussion
Interpret the findings in relation to existing knowledge, and suggest areas for further research. - Recommendations
Offer concise and actionable recommendations. - References
Use APA style (version 20). - Tables and Figures
Number consecutively and provide descriptive titles and legends. - Acknowledgments
Mention any funding or assistance received. - Reviewers
Suggest two potential reviewers not affiliated with UoK. - Article Classification
Papers may be research papers, technical papers, case studies, or literature reviews.
Call for Papers (Submit by 20 December 2024 for the March publication).
The journal of Finance and Management Sciences is a bi-annual issue.
We invite authors to submit papers for the upcoming issue, particularly those addressing sustainable development challenges. Submissions from diverse disciplines are encouraged, and we look forward to your contributions to this highly respected journal.
Call for Papers
All submissions should be sent to publications@uok.ac.rw or via Submit.