Africa Indigenous Knowledge Research Network
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Upcoming Programmes
AIKRN 2nd Annual Conference 2026
2nd International conference of Africa Indigenous Research Network: ‘Indigenous Knowledge Systems and Transformative Wisdom: International Perspectives on Indigenous Economies, Entrepreneurship, and Sustainable Livelihood
Conference
Overview:
ABOUT THE CONFERENCE:
The 2nd International Conference of the Africa Indigenous Knowledge Research Network (AIKRN) brings together scholars, researchers, Indigenous knowledge holders, policymakers, entrepreneurs, community leaders, and development practitioners from around the world to explore the transformative role of Indigenous Knowledge Systems in shaping sustainable and resilient communities.
This year’s conference focuses on the intersection of Indigenous economies, entrepreneurship, and sustainable livelihoods, highlighting how traditional knowledge and wisdom can contribute to economic empowerment, innovation, cultural preservation, and sustainable development in contemporary societies.
OBJECTIVES:
- Explore Indigenous Knowledge Systems as drivers of economic transformation and community resilience.
- Examine Indigenous approaches to entrepreneurship and wealth creation.
- Share international perspectives on sustainable livelihoods and local economic development.
- Foster collaboration between researchers, practitioners, policymakers, and Indigenous communities.
- Promote the preservation, recognition, and integration of Indigenous knowledge in global development discourse.
Participation is free and open to anyone interested in indigenous knowledge, environmental resilience, language, and community research. Similar AIKRN webinars aim to create dialogue around indigenous knowledge systems and sustainable development solutions.
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📅 Date: August 25–27, 2026
⏰ Time: August 25 @ 8:00 am – August 27 @ 5:00 pm
📍 Location: Carleton University, Ottawa, Ontario, Canada
Highlights of the The Maiden Annual International Conference
The inaugural international conference, organized by the Africa Indigenous Knowledge Research Network (AIKRN) in partnership with Carleton University and Kyambogo University, focused on the theme:
“Unlocking Sustainable Solutions for Employment and Entrepreneurship: Empowering African Youth Through Indigenous Knowledge.”
Held at the Imperial Beach and Resort Hotel, the event aimed to spotlight Indigenous African knowledge as a solution to unemployment, poverty, climate change, and other socio-economic challenges.
Policy Briefs
Indigenous knowledge-based entrepreneurship and the informal Economy in Africa: Rethinking the Grammar of economic policy
Publications
Indigenous Knowledge Institutions in Africa
Manual for Community-led Participatory Action Research
How to Enhance Agency and Entrepreneurial Skillsets among the Batwa of Uganda
New book release: African EU Relation And The African Continental Free Trade Area
Blogs
Indigenous knowledge-based entrepreneurship and the informal Economy in Africa: Rethinking the Grammar of economic policy
