Conference Overview

The Tanzania Investment and Consultant Group Ltd. (TICGL) cordially invites researchers, economists, policymakers, and practitioners to submit research papers for the prestigious Tanzania SME Business and Investment Ecosystem Conference. This landmark event will take place in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, on March 28, 2026.

This conference represents a unique opportunity to contribute to the development of actionable insights that will shape a comprehensive three-year program (2026–2027) aimed at transforming Tanzania's SME business and investment ecosystem. The program's impact will be rigorously evaluated through 2030, ensuring long-term sustainability and measurable outcomes that drive economic growth across the nation.

Research Subthemes

Authors are required to select one subtheme to focus on when preparing their research papers. Each subtheme addresses critical challenges and opportunities within Tanzania's SME ecosystem:

Important Dates

Submission Guidelines

Authors are encouraged to submit policy-oriented and solution-focused papers with a strong empirical foundation. All submissions must address one selected subtheme and provide practical recommendations for improving Tanzania's SME ecosystem.

Paper Format Requirements

Review Process

All submissions will undergo a rigorous blind peer-review process conducted by leading experts in economics, policy, and SME development. Papers will be evaluated based on four key criteria: originality, empirical rigor, policy relevance, and alignment with the selected subtheme and overall conference theme.

Accepted papers will be presented at the conference and will contribute directly to TICGL's development of the 2026–2027 SME Business and Investment Program. This program aims to foster SME growth and formalization, enhance access to finance, and promote digital transformation across Tanzania.

Sponsorship Opportunities

Why Submit to This Conference?

By participating in this conference, you will have the opportunity to make a lasting impact on Tanzania's economic development. Your research will directly influence the development of a comprehensive three-year program (2026–2027) designed to improve Tanzania's SME business and investment climate.

You will contribute to evidence-based strategies for SME empowerment and long-term economic growth, while engaging in a transformative initiative with outcomes monitored through 2030. This is your chance to be part of a movement that will shape the future of entrepreneurship and economic prosperity in Tanzania.