The East African Community Academic and Research Network for Regional Integration (EACARNRI) was launched on 23 June 2023 in Kigali, Rwanda, through the efforts of the Inter-University Council for East Africa (IUCEA) and the Jean Monnet Centre of Excellence (JMCE).
EACARNRI brings together academics and researchers to accelerate the East African regional integration process by informing policy through rigorous research and by building the human resource capacity the region needs.
Building on the success of the inaugural edition, the 2nd EACARNRI International Conference is jointly organized by EACARNRI and IUCEA, with the University of Nairobi joining as host and partner institution for the 2026 edition. The Conference brings together academics, policymakers, practitioners, and other stakeholders committed to advancing regional integration in East Africa, and provides a platform for dialogue, the exchange of research findings, and the shaping of the EAC integration agenda.
???? Nairobi, Kenya
Date: 4–5 November 2026
Important Dates
| Milestone | Date |
|---|---|
| Opening of Call for Papers | 11 August 2026 |
| Webinar | 19 August 2026 |
| Deadline for Abstract Submission | 08 September 2026 |
| Notification of Acceptance | 22 September 2026 |
| Full Paper Submission | 22 October 2026 |
| Conference Dates | 04–05 November 2026 |