Welcome to the 3rd Annual International HTTTC Kumba Conference 2027 on Innovation in Tertiary and Industrial Sciences

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Sub-themes

• Sustainable and social entrepreneurship
• Entrepreneurial finance
• Corporate entrepreneurship
• Globalization and emerging technology
• Technology and innovation
• Environment and policy
• Survival of small businesses
• People and Management of small businesses
• Entrepreneurship and small business challenges

About HTTTC Conference

Africa is experiencing a profound technological transition. Digitalisation, artificial intelligence, automation, renewable energy, advanced manufacturing, biotechnology and data-driven decision-making are increasingly influencing the way people learn, work, produce and conduct business.

At the same time, African countries continue to face major development challenges, including youth unemployment, skills mismatches, limited industrialisation, energy insecurity, low agricultural productivity, environmental degradation, inadequate digital infrastructure and unequal access to quality education.

These challenges require a new generation of professionals capable of combining technical competence, creativity, entrepreneurship, digital literacy and problem-solving skills.

Technical and vocational education and training institutions are particularly important in this transformation because they prepare learners for practical occupations and industrial production. Technical teacher education must therefore evolve alongside technological change.

The Higher Technical Teachers’ Training College (HTTTC), Kumba, University of Buea, is strategically positioned to contribute to this transformation. Its academic and research activities span several areas including agriculture, engineering, ICT, management, social economy and family management, guidance and counselling and related technical disciplines.

The research profile reflected in recent JTIS publications demonstrates the breadth of these areas. Recent publications include studies on neural-network-assisted mechanical fault diagnosis, digital technology adoption in agribusiness, internet access and healthcare delivery, agricultural innovation, enterprise education and entrepreneurship.

The proposed conference therefore represents a natural evolution of HTTTC’s research agenda.

The previous conference emphasis on entrepreneurship and small businesses established an important foundation around innovation, enterprise development and economic growth. The 3rd Annual Conference can build on this foundation by placing emerging technologies, Artificial Intelligence, technical education and sustainable development at the centre of discussion.

The proposed theme is intentionally interdisciplinary. It provides opportunities for scholars from education, engineering, agriculture, ICT, management, economics, environmental sciences, social sciences and other disciplines to participate.

Objectives of the Conference

Main Objective

The general objective of the conference is to provide an international interdisciplinary platform for examining the role of Artificial Intelligence, emerging technologies, technical education and innovation in advancing sustainable and inclusive development in Africa.

Specific Objectives

The conference will seek to:

1. Examine the transformative impact of Artificial Intelligence and emerging technologies on technical and higher education.
2. Explore innovative approaches for integrating AI and digital technologies into teaching, learning and research.
3. Examine the future of technical and vocational education in the context of Industry 4.0 and emerging technologies.
4. Promote research and innovation in engineering, ICT, agriculture, management and other industrial sciences.
5. Identify opportunities for technology-driven entrepreneurship and employment creation.
6. Examine the role of emerging technologies in addressing African development challenges.
7. Promote university-industry-government collaboration.
8. Encourage technology transfer, research commercialisation and innovation ecosystems.
9. Examine ethical, social, legal and governance challenges associated with Artificial Intelligence.
10. Promote green technologies, renewable energy and climate-smart innovation.
11. Strengthen the capacity of teachers, researchers, students and professionals to respond to emerging technological trends.
12. Generate practical recommendations for policymakers, universities, industries and development organisations.

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Communication Format

Physically and virtually

Participation Fees in CFA F

	Deadlines	Students (XAF)	Non-Students (XAF)	Foreigners (in $)
Early registration	April, 15th, 2026	5 000	10 000	$90
Late registration	April, 30th, 2026	10 000	15 000	$135
On-site Registration	May, 6th – 7th , 2026	15 000	20 000	$180

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Format of the Article

Preparation of Papers for JTIS

First Author¹, Second Author²

¹Department of Management Sciences, HTTTC Kumba, University of Buea, Buea, Cameroon

Email: abcdef@gmail.com

²Department of Information Technology, ABC University, USA

Email: abcdef@hotmail.com

Abstract  Abstract font should be Book Antiqua, Size 10, and justify. It should contain no more than 150 words and should report concisely on the purpose and results of the work described. It should be a single, self-contained paragraph which summarises the manuscript. Ideally, it should provide a brief context for the study, the objectives of the study, the methodology used and some key results in a qualitative manner. It should end with a sentence describing the recommendations and the implications of the study. The abstract must not include citations, figures or tables.  Keywords— Maximum five key words in alphabetical order, separated by comma with capital letters for the first letters of each keyword.

1.      Introduction (Book Antiqua, 12 should be used although with line spacing 1.0. The work should be justify except for Title (Centralised) and authors right aligned)

The introduction brings out a general overview of the paper, identifies and explains the nature of the problem, the research questions, objectives/purpose of the study and the contribution of the paper. The introduction should be succinct, with no subheadings. Limited figures may be included only if they are truly introductory, and contain no new results.

2.      Literature Review (Only for Tertiary Sciences)

This section explores previous works and state the research gap as well as the theories mobilised.

3.      Methodology

This section contains sufficient details so that all procedures can be repeated. It may be divided into headed sub-sections such as the background to the study area, research approach, the population of study, sampling technique and sampling size, method (s) and instruments of data collection and analysis. Include the model if any here.

4.      Results and Discussion

The results and discussion should be presented in one combined section, and may optionally be divided into headed subsections. It is good to indicate here that the presentation should be in line with your objectives.

5.      Conclusions, Implications of the study, Contributions to science, Recommendations and suggestions for further studies

The Conclusions section should clearly explain the main findings, managerial and scientific implications of the work, highlighting its importance and relevance. It is also important here to raise the major contributions of the work as well as limitations, recommendations and suggestions for further studies.

6.      Acknowledgements

Collate acknowledgements in a separate section at the end of the article before the references. List here those individuals who provided help during the research (for example, providing language help, writing assistance or proof reading the article amongst others).

7.      References

After the References title, the list of references should only include works that are cited in the text and have been published or accepted for publication. Personal communications and unpublished works should only be mentioned in the text. Do not use footnotes or endnotes as a substitute for a reference list. Reference list entries should be alphabetized by the last names of the first author of each work.

For all references cited, the author(s) name(s), journal name / book title, section title / article title, year of publication, volume number / book chapters and paging should be made available. Abbreviated journal names and book titles should not be used. If there is the DOI number of publications, it should be given.

Reference Links

APA indexing style will be used in order to create links to publications in the list of references. So it is necessary to be sure they are fully accurate. Please note that wrong name(s), the wrong journal and book title, wrong article title, wrong year of publication and incorrect page number can block links to the indexing service. Unpublished results and information obtained through articles and personal communications are not recommended for use as the reference. Printed stage in the resources, if any, should be given a DOI number.

Online Document (Web) Reference

If authors use online document reference, the full URL and last date accessed must be given in reference list of the paper. If any further information is known at the relevant web resources, DOI, author names, dates, the main source publication, etc., the reference should also be given.

References in the Text

(In-text citations) Cite references in the text by name and year in parentheses. Some examples;

– For single authored reference: … (Akume, 2023) or Akume (2023) …

– For double authored reference: (Akume and Negou, 2024)

– Reference with multiple authors: (Akume et al., 2024)

– For multiple references, in order of year: (Akume, 2000; Tobie, 2001; Agbortoko and GilianTaylor, 2005; Negou et al., 2023)

– For references with the same author and year: (Fonkem, 2000a; Fonkem, 2000b)

Reference list

The list of references should only include works that are cited in the text and those that have been published or accepted for publication. Personal communications and unpublished works should only be mentioned in the text. Do not use footnotes or endnotes as a substitute for a reference list. Reference list entries should be alphabetized by the last names of the first author of each work. Cited articles, journals and books full names should be written in complete form. Journal abbreviations and names should not be used.

Journal Article

Asakawa, S., Yoshida, K., Yabe, K., 2004. Perceptions of urban stream corridors within the greenway system of Sapporo, Japan. Landscape and Urban Planning 68(2-3): 167 -182, doi: 10.1016/S0169-2046(03)00158-0.

Heede, B.H., 1991. Response of a stream in disequilibrium to timber harvest. Environmental Management 15 (2): 251-255.

Ben-Akiva, M., de Palma, A., Kanaroglou, P., 1986. Dynamic model of peak period traffic congestion with elastic arrival rates. Transportation Science 20(2): 164-181.

Yildirim, N., Taskin, H., Karaman, R., 2012. Istanbul-Beylerbeyi Sarayinda Coleopteratulerinekarsfloritkullanlarakyapilanfumigasyonuygulamas. Journal of the Higher Technical Teacher Traning College of the University of Bamenda 62(1): 47-52.

Book

Birkeland, P. W., 1984. Soils and Geomorphology. Oxford University Pres, New York.

Haris, C. W. and N. T. Dines, 1988. Time-saver Standards for Landscape Architecture. McGraw-Hill, Inc., New York.

Brilon, W. (Ed.), 1988. Intersections Without Traffic Signals, Proceedings of an International Workshop. Springer-Verlag, Berlin.

Book Chapter

Fischer, G.W., Nagin, D., 1981. Random versus coefficient quanta choicemodels. In: Manski, C.F., McFadden, D. (Eds.), Structural Analysis of Discrete Data with Econometric Applications, MIT Press, Cambridge, MA, pp. 273-304.

Symposium, Conference and Workshop Papers

Dahlgren, R. A., 1988. Effects of forest harvest on stream-water quality and nitrogen cycling in the Casper creek watershed. In: Proceedings of the Conference on Coastal Watersheds: The Casper Creek Story. May 6, Ukiah, California.

Daganzo, C., 1996. Two paradoxes of traffic flow on networks with physical queues. II Symposium Ingenieria de losTransportes, Madrid, 22-24 May 1996, pp. 55-62.

Online Document (Web) Reference

FAO. 2006. Rural radio transmissions and rural youth in Mali.

http://www.fao.org/sd/dim_kn1/kn1_060202_en.htm (Accessed: 27 February 2006).

Supervisory Committee

1. Akume Daniel Akume (Professor), University of Buea, Cameroon
2. Nkongho Anyi Joseph (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
3. Defang Henry (Professor), University of Buea, Cameroon
4. Lissouck Daniel (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon

Organising Committee

1. Akume Daniel Akume (Professor), University of Buea, Cameroon
2. Agbortoko Ayuk Nkem (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
3. Dekoum Assaha Vincent Marius (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
4. Njoh Roland (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
5. Asoba Gillian (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
6. Negou Ernest (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
7. Kamda Aristide (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
8. Bakoma Daniel Nanje (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
9. Smith Ekonje (L), University of Buea, Cameroon

Scientific Committee

1. Ngomo Horace Manga (Professor), University of Buea
2. Akume Daniel Akume (Professor), University of Buea, Cameroon
3. Defang Henry (Professor), University of Buea, Cameroon
4. Ambe Njoh Jonathan (Professor), University of South Florida, USA
5. KOM Charles Hubert (Professor), University of Ebolowa
6. AKONO Ntonga Yves (Professor), University of Yaounde I
7. NZIE WOLFGAN (Professor), University of Ngaoundere
8. Messomo Elle Serge (Professor), University of Buea
9. Kamdem cyrille Bergaly (AP), University of Yaounde II
10. Lissouck Daniel (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
11. Nkongho Anyi Joseph (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
12. Foading Emmanuel (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
13. Ngouateu Wouagfack Paiguy (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
14. Tchakoutio Alain (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
15. Cordelia Givecheh Kometa (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
16. Ajongakoh Raymond Bella (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
17. Pascal Tabi Tabot (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
18. Leno Doris (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
19. Ntabe Eric (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
20. Bahel Benjamin (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
21. Kinfack Juetsa Aubin (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
22. Agbortoko Ayuk Nkem (AP), University of Buea, Cameroon
23. Kemaja Didimus (AP), University of Bamenda
24. NGAYIHI ABBE Claude (AP), University of Douala
25. SIKAME Nikodem (AP), University of Dschang
26. Negou Ernest (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
27. Asoba Gillian (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
28. Roland Ndah Njoh (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
29. Dekoum Assaha Vincent Marius (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
30. Nkenganyi Fonkem Marcellus (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
31. Molombe Jeff Mbella (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
32. Orock Fidelis Tanyi (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
33. Kamda Silapeux Aristide (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
34. Bakoma Daniel Nanje (L), University of Buea, Cameroon
35. Massa Ernest Massa, University of Buea, Cameroon
36. Ajamah Ferdinand, University of Buea, Cameroon
37. Hannah Kolle, University of Buea, Cameroon
38. Aloyem Kaze Claude Vidal, University of Buea, Cameroon
39. BODOL MOMHA Merlin (L), University of Bertoua
40. Karga Tapsia (L), Univeristy of Maroua
41. Messi Nguélé Thomas (L), University of Ebolowa
42. Huisken Menjo (L), University of Douala