Breakout Session I – (12:00noon- 2:00 pm)
Press Room
Agricultural Economics, Labour, and Market Dynamics
Agricultural Economics, Labour, and Market Dynamics
Theme:
Addressing Agricultural Performance, Labour Markets, Remittances, and Capital Markets in the context of African Development.
Chair : Dr. Bosede Comfort Olopade, Adeleke University
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Effect of Remittances on Entrepreneurship | Ruth Grâce Mbango Ngea, École Nationale Supérieure de Statistique et Économie Appliquée ENSEA ; Issouf Soumare and Dramane Coulibaly | # |
| Market Failure and Child Labor in the Ghanaian Cocoa Industry | Samuel Amponsah, Tokyo International University; Augusto Delgado, Ryan Olver | Download Paper |
| Is there an index effect in frontier markets? | Pyemo Afego, University of Tokyo; Ernest Biktimirov | Download Paper |
| Artificial Intelligence Perspectives in Kenya’s Digital Lending Ecosystem | Rael Onyango, Aga Khan University; BenJack Ochieng (PhD.) | # |
Discussants:
Alvine Melissa Atimouat Nzama, University of Yaounde II
Ajanie Clarisse Nyadjah, Association Africaine de finance et d'économie
Cécile Ngamboe, Catholic University of Central Africa
Lawrence Atuna, University of Business and Integrated Development Studies
MLT 401
Digital Technologies in Financial Inclusion and Economic Growth
Digital Technologies in Financial Inclusion and Economic Growth
Theme:
The Role of Digitalization in Bridging Financial Gaps and Promoting Economic Growth in Africa
Chair : Dr. Ladifatou Ndi Gbambie Gachili, University of Yaoundé II
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Digitalization in Financial Inclusion and Public Health | Lesedi Keshia Mokgaga, Botswana University of Maryland School of Medicine Health Initiative | # |
| Accelerating Digitalization and Technological Innovation for Economic Growth | Ndirangu Ngunjiri, University of Nairobi; KImotho Ngunjiri | Download Paper |
| Institutional Quality and Artificial Intelligence Readiness: A Twin Catalyst for Growth in Sub-Saharan Africa | Dr. Placide Aime Kwizera, National Bank of Rwanda | Download Paper |
| Artificial Intelligence, Technological Progress and Sustainable Development | Romanus Osabohien, Universiti Tenaga Nasional | # |
Discussants:
Beatrice Mbinya, Economics Scholar Panel
Suleiman Maalim, University of Nairobi
Christopher Mbukwa, Mzuzu University
Afolabi Balogun, Nigerian Army University Biu
online session
MLT 403
Human Capital, Entrepreneurship, and Poverty Reduction
Human Capital, Entrepreneurship, and Poverty Reduction
Theme:
Leveraging Human Capital for Economic Development and Poverty Alleviation
Chair : Dr. G, Ajayi Crowther University
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Effect of the tax structure on household final consumption expenditure in Burkina Faso | OUEDRAOGO Amandine Marie Diane Sidpassèté | Download Paper |
| The power of skill Development in Bridging Africa's Unemployment Gap: Assessing Effectiveness and Labor Market Outcomes | Ngeh Laura Senke, University of Buea, Cameroon | # |
| Optimization of the Nigerian Workforce for Enhanced Productivity and Human Capital Development: A Case Study of Selected Teaching Staff in Universities | Margaret Adebimpe Oke, Ajayi Crowther University; Amos Olumuyiwa Oyeleye | Download Paper |
| Recentering Infrastructural Unsustainability in East Africa: A Case Study of Sino-Africa Relations | Yinka Ajibola, University of Wisconsin – Madison; Gbadebo Odularu | Download Paper |
Discussants:
Minamba Victorien Ouoba, Thomas Sankara University
N’cho Henri-Bérenger N’Cho
Hosu Y.S, Walter Sisulu University
MLT 402
Issues on Economic Development
Issues on Economic Development
Theme:
Innovationsfor Sustainable Economic Development
Chair: Aya Maries Estelle Amani Epse Konan, University of Abidjan
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| TIC et commercialisation des céréales au Burundi | Pamela Sinzinkayo, University of Burundi | Download Paper |
| Do ICTs infrastructure reduce informal economy? Évidence of some developing countries | Josiane Ngamgo, University of Yaounde 2 | Download Paper |
| Whether it’s Weather or Climate: The Link between Temperatures and Deprivation in Sub-Saharan Africa | Josephine Baako-Amponsah, University of Bayreuth | Download Paper |
| The Determinants of Mobile Money Adoption in Cameroon | Généviève Ambombo Bella, University of Yaounde 2; Mbenga Bindop Kunz Modeste and Atangana Ondoa Henri | Download Paper |
Discussants:
DJIKINDEI Milka, Université de Bangui
Suzana Sylivester, University of KwaZulu-Natal
Eloi Sondo Somtinda, ENSEA
AAAWE Sessions
MLT 404
Gender and Health Issues in Sub-Saharan Africa I
Gender and Health Issues in Sub-Saharan Africa I
Chair : Dr. Joy Kiitu, University of Nairobi
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Couples’ attitudes toward domestic violence and use of reproductive health care in Sub-Saharan Africa (Zoom, French) | Emiline Tossou (emejacquie@yahoo.fr), University of Abomey-Calavi, +229 95204814 | Download Paper |
| Economic Effect of Access to Health Insurance Coverage in Kenya | Alice Mwangangi (alicemwangangi4@gmail.com), University of Nairobi, +254717597440 | # |
| The relationship between Marital status and Wellbeing over the life course in South Africa | Mazibuko Samkeliswe, (217000528@stu.ukzn.ac.za), University of KwaZulu Natal, +27624837769 | Download Paper |
| Gender, Financial Inclusion and Poverty in Cameroon (Zoom, English) | Presenter: Fiennasah Akem (fiennasaha@yahoo.com), University of Dschang, +237673879860 | Download Paper |
Discussants:
Prof. Voxi Heinrich Amavilah
Prof. Nacasius Ujah
405
Effect of Climate Change in Sub-Saharan Africa
Effect of Climate Change in Sub-Saharan Africa
Chair : Dr. Frances Nakakawa, Sasakawa Africa Association
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| The Potential Impact of Green Macroprudential Policies in Mitigating Climate Risks in South Africa | Mary Toluwani Adebayo; South Africa | Download Paper |
| Climate Change, Asset Ownership, and Intimate Partner Violence among Agricultural Households in Ghana | Dorcas Peprah (dapeprah@gmail.com), University of Ghana, +233242382965 | Download Paper |
| The nexus of climate change, migration, and conflict in Sudan (Zoom, English) | Sarah Wahby ( wahby001@umn.edu), University of Minnesota +201111676543 | Download Paper |
| Livestock diversification, poverty, and climate change in Burkina Faso (Zoom, French) | Christine Zoungrana (zoungranchristina@gmail.com), University of Thomas Sankara, +22666014445 | Download paper |
Discussants:
Prof. Voxi Heinrich Amavilah
Prof. Carolyn Chisadza, University of Pretoria
Breakout Session II – (3:30pm- 5:30 pm)
Press Room
Human Capital, Technology, and Inclusive Development in Africa
Human Capital, Technology, and Inclusive Development in Africa
Theme:
Exploring the impact of AI, Financial Inclusion, and Social Policies on Human Capital Development and Equitable Participation in Africa’s Future Economy.
Chair : Dr. Tevin Tafese, German Institute for Global and Area Studies
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| The Future of Human Capital Development in the AI-Driven Knowledge Economy | Romanus Osabohien, Universiti Tenaga Nasional | # |
| Empowering Futures: Exploring Gender Dynamics in Financial Inclusion | Alvine Melissa Atimouat Nzama, University of Yaounde II; Désiré Avom and Dieudonné Mignamissi | # |
| Effects of Cash Transfer Programs on Higher Education in Cameroon | Ajanie Clarisse NYADJAH, Association Africaine de finance et d'économie; KOUASSI Eugène | Download Paper |
Discussants:
Ruth Grâce Mbango Ngea, École Nationale Supérieure de Statistique et Économie Appliquée ENSEA
Ndirangu Ngunjiri, University of Nairobi
MLT 401
Finance, Technology, and Sustainable Development in African Economies
Finance, Technology, and Sustainable Development in African Economies
Theme:
Exploring the role of Digital Finance, Financial Inclusion, and Investment Flows in Advancing Inclusive and Sustainable Economic Outcomes.
Chair : Dr. Kechiro Ambro-Moye, Covenant University
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Digital Financial Inclusion in East Africa | Glories Ilondanga, University of Nairobi | Download Paper |
| The Impact of Financial Inclusion on Household Income and Asset Accumulation in Malawi | Christopher Mbukwa, Mzuzu University | Download Paper |
| Assessing the Influence of FDI on Renewable Energy Adoption in Africa | Afolabi Balogun, Nigerian Army University Biu | Download Paper |
Discussants:
Dr. Placide Aime Kwizera, National Bank of Rwanda
Powel Murunga, University of Nairobi
Kalejaiye Toluwanimi Grace, Tai Solarin University of Education
online sessions
MLT 403
Governance, Institutional Quality, and Structural Transformation
Governance, Institutional Quality, and Structural Transformation
Theme:
Enhancing Governance and Institutional Quality for Structural Economic Transformation
Chair : Prof. Charles Andoh
Discussants:
Amandine Marie Diane Sidpassèté Ouedraogo, Université Thomas Sankara
Généviève Ambombo Bella, University of Yaounde 2
Ngeh Laura Senke, University of Buea, Cameroon
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Effects of foreign direct investments on structural transformation in WAEMU countries: the role of corruption and democracy | Abdoulaye Savadogo, Université Norbert Zongo ; Idrissa Ouedraogo; Mahamadou Diarra | Download Paper |
| Institutional quality and illicit financial flows in Sub-Saharan Africa | Minamba Victorien OUOBA, Thomas Sankara University; Dr Idrissa OUEDRAOGO; Pr Youmanli OUOBA | Download Paper |
| Institutional Quality and Technological Innovation | Aya Maries Estelle Amani Epse Konan, Uniiversity of Abidjan; N’cho Henri-Bérenger N’CHO | Download Paper |
| AI Technology and Youth Unemployment in Africa | Aminat Omilani, University of Ibadan | Download Paper |
Discussants:
Amandine Marie Diane Sidpassèté Ouedraogo, Université Thomas Sankara
Généviève Ambombo Bella, University of Yaounde 2
Ngeh Laura Senke, University of Buea, Cameroon
Margaret Adebimpe Oke, Ajayi Crowther University
MLT 402
Climate Change, Sustainability, and Green Innovation
Climate Change, Sustainability, and Green Innovation
Theme:
Promoting Climate Resilience and Green Growth for Sustainable Development
Chair :Ngeh Laura Senke, University of Buea, Cameroon
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| Intégration économique et chaîne de valeur mondiale en Afrique : Rôle de l'économie du savoir | Djikindei Milka, Université de Bangui | # |
| Efficiency of Non-Renewable Energy Extraction in Africa | Eloi Sondo Somtinda, ENSEA; Didier Tatoutchoup; Napo Sassire | Download Paper |
| Quel est l’impact de la concentration des particules matières sur la santé des ménages en milieu urbain camerounais ? | Fabrice Nzepang, Cameroon Economics Society; Ngangmo Cédric Yannick | Download Paper |
| Impact of water and soil conservation techniques adoption on cereal crop productivity in Burkina Faso | Sombéwendé Rachel Nana, Felix Houphouët-Boigny | Download Paper |
Discussants:
Pamela Sinzinkayo, University of Burundi
Josiane Ngamgo, University of Yaounde 2
Josephine Baako-Amponsah, University of Bayreuth
AAAWE Sessions
MLT 404
Industrialization, Firm Productivity and Access to Finance in Sub-Saharan Africa
Industrialization, Firm Productivity and Access to Finance in Sub-Saharan Africa
Chair : Dr. Rael Adhiambo, Aga Khan University
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| The role of mobile money in enhancing access to finance for female-owned SMEs in Uganda | Rinas Ainomugisha (rinahainomugisha@gmail.com), Makerere University, +256755038641 | Download Paper |
| Social Interactions, Skills Gap, Human Capital, and Industrialization in Kenya | Beatrice Mbinya (mbinyabettym@gmail.com), University of Nairobi, +254797310017 | Download Paper |
| On Narrowing the Credit Access Gap Between Firms in Sub-Saharan Africa and Firms in Other Developing Countries: How Relevant are a Country’s Financial and Legal Systems? (Zoom, English) | Agyapomaa Gyeke-Dako (agyekedako@gmail.com), University of Ghana, Legon, +233 26 847 6452 | # |
Discussants:
Prof. Stefan Lutz, Media University of Applied Sciences
Prof. Voxi Heinrich Amavilah
MLT 405
Agriculture and Gender Issues in Sub-Saharan Africa
Agriculture and Gender Issues in Sub-Saharan Africa
Chair : Dr. Brendaline Beloke, University of Buea, Cameroon
| Paper | Presenter(s) | Link |
|---|---|---|
| The effect of Digitalization and Technological Innovation on Agricultural Productivity and Financial Inclusion in Sub-Saharan Africa (Zoom, French) | Djinta Litaaba-Akila (ylitaaba@gmail.com ), Agricultural and Applied Economics Research Team (ER2A) - University of Lome, +228 91 12 67 72 | Download Paper |
| Agri-Enterprise gender dynamics in the Sugar Belt Region of Kenya | Lydia Muriithi (muriithilydia03@gmail.com), University of Embu, +254706194846 | # |
| Exploring the role of legumes in economic diversification and sustainable agriculture in Malawi | Dorothy Chisusu (dorothychisusu@gmail.com), Lilongwe University of Agriculture and Natural Resources (LUANAR), +265994221220 | # |
| The effect of cassava cultivation on household poverty in Burkina Faso (Zoom, French) | Agnès Ouedraogo (ouedraogoagnes6@gmail.com), Thomas Sankara University, +22672473404 | # |
Discussants:
Prof. Gbetonmasse Somasse, Worcester Polytechnic Institute