8th Annual International Conference on Project Planning and Management (AICPPM) 2026

The University of Nairobi, Faculty of Business and Management Sciences, Department of Management Science & Project Planning, warmly invites you to participate in the 8th Annual International Conference on Project Planning and Management (AICPPM) 2026, to be held on October 21–22, 2026 at the University of Nairobi.   The conference will be conducted in a blended format, offering both physical and online participation options to facilitate wider participation from local and international delegates.

Theme:   Research Excellence and Emerging Technologies in Project Management for Societal Transformation
Tagline:  Research, Innovate, Impact

The conference provides an international platform for researchers, academics, students, practitioners, policymakers, industry professionals, consultants, and development partners to share cutting-edge research, innovative practices, and emerging technologies transforming project planning and management.

Key Sub-Themes Include:

• Emerging Technologies in Project Management
• Evidence-Based Monitoring, Evaluation, Reporting and Learning
• Project Management and Sustainable Development
• Adaptive Project Management
• Knowledge Management in Projects
• Organizational Governance and Project Resilience
• Innovations and Competitiveness in Project Management
• Sustainable Project Financing
• Emerging Technologies and Smart Cities
• Sustainable Community-driven Projects
• Future Skills in Project Management
• Cross-Cutting Issues in Project Management

 Abstract Submission Deadline:   15th September 2026
 Full Paper & PowerPoint Submission:   10th October 2026
 Registration Deadline:   5th October 2026
 Conference Dates:   21st–22nd October 2026