Flex Conference (Physical / Digital)

International Conference on East African Literature and Cultural Expressions (ICEALCE - 26)

Call for Paper

The ICEALCE provides a supportive platform for both experienced researchers and early-career academicians to present their work and gain recognition. The conference covers diverse topics such as African Studies encouraging participation from emerging researchers and fostering academic growth.

Authors are invited to submit papers addressing, but not limited to, the following areas:

  • Themes in East African literature
  • Cultural expressions through storytelling
  • Role of oral traditions in literature
  • Literature as a tool for social change
  • Representation of identity in literature
  • Impact of colonial history on literature
  • Women writers in East African literature
  • Literary criticism and cultural analysis
  • Language and its role in literature
  • Postcolonial narratives in East Africa
  • Literature and environmental issues
  • Intersections of literature and politics
  • Adaptations of literature in film
  • Youth voices in contemporary literature
  • Literature as resistance and resilience
  • Cultural heritage and literary expression
  • Digital literature and new media
  • Literary festivals and cultural exchange
  • Translation and its challenges in literature
  • Literature's role in national identity

Review & Publication

Submissions will be reviewed to ensure quality and relevance, with a focus on encouraging emerging research contributions. Accepted papers will be presented and considered for publication opportunities.

Registration

Early-career researchers are encouraged to register and present their work, gaining valuable feedback and academic exposure.

Publication

The conference provides opportunities for emerging researchers to publish their work in recognized platforms.

Important Dates

Early Bird Registration :26th November 2026

Paper Submission Deadline :1st December 2026

Last Date of Registration : 11th December 2026

Date of Conference : 26th - 27th December 2026