The Department of Economics and Development Studies is proud to announce the 3rd International Conference on African Development, scheduled for October 15-17, 2024. Themed "Bridging the Gap: Policy, Innovation, and Sustainable Growth," the conference will feature keynote addresses from Nobel Laureate Professor Esther Duflo and former African Development Bank President Dr. Akinwumi Adesina. Over 300 abstracts have been received from scholars across 25 countries. Conference tracks include: Digital Economy and Financial Inclusion, Climate Change and Agricultural Policy, Governance and Institutional Reform, and Youth Entrepreneurship. Registration is now open with early bird discounts available until August 31st.