The African Conference of Applied Informatics

The 6th African Conference on Applied Informatics (ACAI 2026) is an international hybrid conference hosted by the Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA), Faculty of Informatics, in Arusha, Tanzania, on 21–23 October 2026. The conference brings together researchers, academics, industry professionals, policymakers, and students to share research findings, innovations, and practical experiences in informatics and digital technologies.

The theme of ACAI 2026 is: “Harnessing Digital Transformation and Emerging Technologies for Inclusive and Sustainable Development.”

1. Artificial Intelligence and Intelligent Systems

2. Digital Transformation in Education, Research, and Capacity Building

3. Cybersecurity, Privacy, and Digital Trust

4. Emerging Technologies and Innovation Systems

5. Digital Governance, Smart Societies, and Public Sector Innovation

6. Data Science, Business Intelligence, and Analytics

7. Digital Economy, Financial Technologies, and Entrepreneurship

8. Sustainable Development, Inclusion, and Human-Centered Technologies