Call for papers

1st IEEE Industrial Electronics Africa Conference (IEEE IEAFCON 2027) Dates: 1-3 February 2027 · Venue: Pyramisa Suites, Giza, Egypt

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About the conference

The 1st IEEE Industrial Electronics Africa Conference (IEEE IES Africa 2027) is the flagship regional event bringing together top researchers, academics, industry experts, and policymakers in industrial electronics, power and energy systems, automation, and control across the African continent and worldwide.

Technically and financially co-sponsored by the IEEE Industrial Electronics Society (IES), the conference aims to foster interdisciplinary research, promote local and international collaboration, and showcase cutting-edge technological advancements driving sustainable industrialization, smart infrastructure, and clean energy transition throughout Africa.

Technical tracks and topics of interest

Authors are invited to submit original, high-quality research, industrial implementation studies, and application papers covering, but not limited to, the following technical tracks:

Track 1: Power Electronics, Renewable Energy & Smart Grids

  • Microgrids, Off-Grid Systems, and Hybrid Energy Storage Technologies
  • Advanced Power Converters, Inverters, and Motor Drives
  • Photovoltaic, Wind, and Clean Energy Integration
  • Smart Grid Monitoring, Protection, and Modernization in Africa

Track 2: Industrial Automation, Control & Robotics

  • Advanced Industrial Control Systems and Mechatronics
  • Autonomous Mobile Robots, Drones, and Automated Guided Vehicles (AGVs)
  • Process Automation, Intelligent Instrumentation, and Sensor Fusion

Track 3: Industrial IoT, AI, and Cyber-Physical Systems (Industry 4.0/5.0)

  • Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) & Edge/Cloud Computing
  • Machine Learning, Deep Learning, and Predictive Maintenance for Industry
  • Cybersecurity in Industrial Control Systems & Smart Infrastructure

Track 4: Electric Transportation & e-Mobility

  • Electric Vehicles (EVs), Powertrains, and Battery Management Systems (BMS)
  • Fast-Charging Infrastructure, V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) Integration
  • Sustainable and Low-Cost e-Mobility Solutions for Emerging Markets

Track 5: Emerging Industrial Technologies & Regional Innovations

  • Biomedical Electronics, Health Monitoring, and Assistive Devices
  • Smart Agriculture, Water Management, and AgriTech Innovations
  • Smart Cities, Rural Electrification, and Local Industrial Case Studies

Important dates

Important dates
MilestoneDate
Full paper submission deadlineOctober 15, 2026
Notification of acceptanceDecember 15, 2026
Camera-ready paper & early registrationDecember 20, 2026
Conference dates1–3 February 2027

Submission guidelines

  • Language & format: Papers must be written in English and formatted strictly according to the standard IEEE two-column conference template.
  • Page length: Submissions should be between 4 to 6 pages, including figures, tables, and references.
  • Peer review: All submitted papers will undergo a double-blind peer-review process by an international committee of experts.
  • Publication & indexing: Accepted and presented papers will be submitted for publication in IEEE Xplore®, subject to meeting IEEE quality standards.

Organizing committee

RolePerson
General ChairHady H. Fayek, Hani Vahedi
Honorary ChairsMilos Manic, Youssef Ibrahim, Hadi Kaanan and Omar H. Abdalla
Technical Program Committee (TPC) ChairsEman Beshr
Publication ChairsMarwan Domiaty
Finance ChairsAhmed Wagih Younes

Venue and location

Pyramisa Suites Hotel, Giza, Egypt. Located along the iconic Nile River and offering magnificent views, Pyramisa Suites is situated in the heart of Giza, close to historic landmarks including the Great Pyramids of Giza, providing an inspiring setting for international knowledge sharing and networking.

Contact and submission

For paper submissions, committee inquiries, and sponsorship opportunities, use the submission page or the contact form.