Poster Call 

 

The Alliance for African Partnership (AAP) invites academic staff, researchers, students, community partners, policymakers, and other stakeholders from AAP and Tanzania Partnership Program (TPP) consortium institutions to submit abstracts for poster presentations at the AAP Annual Meeting 2026. The meeting will be hosted by the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) in Tanzania on September 17–18, 2026. 

The poster showcase will provide an opportunity to share research, innovations, partnerships, and community-engaged initiatives that contribute to Africa’s development and align with the meeting theme. Posters will be displayed throughout the meeting, while a dedicated Poster Showcase will take place during the Welcome Reception on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. at the UDSM Auditorium. 

AAP particularly encourages submissions that showcase collaborative, interdisciplinary, and impact-oriented initiatives that strengthen higher education and transform lives across Africa. 

Annual Meeting Theme 

Reimagining Higher Education for Africa’s Future: Leadership, Innovation, and Global Partnerships 

Priority Research Areas 

• Agri-food Systems 

• Water, Energy, and the Environment 

• Culture and Society 

• Youth Empowerment 

• Education 

• Nutrition and Health 

• Science, Technology, and Innovation 

Gender and inclusion and sustainability are encouraged as cross-cutting dimensions across all submissions. 

Eligibility 

Abstract submissions are welcome from: 

• Academic staff and researchers 

• Undergraduate and graduate students 

• Community-based organizations 

• Civil society organizations 

• Government agencies 

• Development partners 

• Private-sector organizations 

• Other stakeholders affiliated with AAP, TPP, or partner institutions 

 Collaborative submissions involving multiple institutions, countries, disciplines, or sectors are strongly encouraged. 

Submission Guidelines 

Authors should submit an abstract (maximum 300 words) containing: 

• Title of the poster 

• Author(s) and institutional affiliation(s) 

• Corresponding authors contact details (email and WhatsApp number) 

• Background and objectives 

• Methods, approach, or project description 

• Key findings, results, or expected outcomes 

• Relevance to the Annual Meeting theme and priority areas 

• Language: English 

• Submission Format: Microsoft Word (.doc/.docx) or PDF 

Review Criteria 

Abstracts will be assessed based on: 

• Relevance to the Annual Meeting theme
• Alignment with AAP and TPP priority areas
• Clarity of objectives, methods, and findings
• Innovation and potential impact
• Evidence of collaboration, partnership, or community engagement (where applicable)

Poster Presentation Format 

Accepted posters will be displayed at the UDSM Auditorium during the two-day meeting. A dedicated Poster Showcase will be held during the Welcome Reception on Thursday, September 17, 2026, from 6:00–8:00 p.m. 

A poster template, dimensions, formatting requirements, and AAP branding guidelines will be shared with accepted presenters. Presenters will be expected to: 

• Prepare and print a poster summarizing their research, project, innovation, or initiative (printing costs will be borne by presenters unless otherwise communicated) 

• Display their poster for the duration of the meeting 

• Engage with participants during the Poster Showcase session 

• Provide a brief oral explanation of their work if requested 

At least one author of each accepted poster must register for and attend the Annual Meeting. 

 

Important Dates 

• Call for abstracts opens: July 1, 2026 

• Submission deadline: July 27, 2026 

• Notification of acceptance: July 31, 2026 

• Poster template and guidelines shared: Aug 3rd, 2026 

• Annual Meeting: September 17–18, 2026 

Benefits of Presenting a Poster 

Poster presenters will have the opportunity to: 

• Share research, innovation, and best practices with an international audience 

• Receive feedback from experts, peers, and practitioners 

• Expand professional and research networks 

• Explore new collaborative opportunities across Africa and globally 

• Contribute to knowledge generation and impact-driven partnerships 

Submission Process 

All poster abstracts should be submitted electronically through the Annual Meeting submission portal. 

 

Submission Link:
https://msu.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe7/preview/previewId/a1183655-e531-43ff-a1cd fd2b5b685e10/SV_79Qa94x9rKw4ksK?Q_CHL=preview&Q_SurveyVersionID=current. 
 
For inquiries, please contact: 
Racheal Ddungu 
Director, AAP Africa Office 
Email: racheal.ddungu@mak.ac.ug 

Additional Information 

Please note that the call does not include travel, accommodation, or poster printing support. Any support arrangements, if available, will be communicated separately by the organizers. 
 
By participating in the poster showcase, presenters consent to the photography and dissemination of their poster content for reporting, communication, and promotional purposes, unless otherwise indicated.