Call for Papers
The Africa Tourism and Hospitality Congress (ATHC 2026) invites researchers, practitioners, and industry experts to submit papers for presentation. We seek innovative and insightful contributions that align with our theme, “Sustainable Growth and Innovation in Africa’s Tourism Landscape.”
Date: 26th-27th March 2026 | Venue: Kigali Rwanda
Importand Dates:
Deadline for Submission:
30 September 2025
Notification of Acceptance:
31 October 2025
Call for Paper Presentations at the Inaugural Africa Tourism and Hospitality Congress (ATHC 2026)
Topics of Interest
- Digital Transformation in Tourism
- Sustainable Practices in Hospitality
- Cultural Heritage and Community-Based Tourism
- Innovative Marketing Strategies for African Destinations
- Infrastructure Development Challenges and Solutions
- Health and Safety in Post-Pandemic Tourism
- Skills Development and Workforce
- Training in Tourism Policy Frameworks and Best Practices for Tourism Growth
Submission Guidelines
- Abstracts (300-500 words) should clearly outline the objectives, methodology, and anticipated outcomes of the research or presentation.
- Full papers (up to 5,000 words) will be required upon acceptance for inclusion in the congress proceedings.
- All submissions should follow the APA citation style and be submitted in Word or PDF format.
Enquiries: info@athc.africa
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