Paper Submissions

Theme: Beyond Automation: Human and Machine Collaboration for a Smarter Sustainable Future

ZCICT 2026 seeks to explore the critical intersection of human expertise and machine intelligence. In an era defined by rapid digital transformation, the synergy between human creativity and algorithmic precision has become a societal necessity. As the context of developing economies is considered, where digital divides often persist, it is imperative to develop both technological and human capacity to deploy solutions that are contextually appropriate. Ultimately, this ensures that innovation respects local cultures while solving regional challenges.

ZCICT 2026

This conference serves as a forum for researchers, innovators and industry leaders to discuss how human-machine synergy can drive innovation, accelerate industrialisation, foster inclusion and promote socio-economic development. This is the goal of Education 5.0 framework that creates a shift from mere knowledge acquisition to tangible industrialisation and innovation.

ZCICT is Zimbabwe’s leading platform for the exchange of ideas, research findings, and innovations in the field of Information and Communication Technology (ICT). Our conference brings together experts and stakeholders to explore emerging trends, challenges, and opportunities in ICT and its impact on socioeconomic development.

Topics of Interest

We welcome submissions on a wide range of topics related to the theme, including but not limited to:

  1. Human-Centric Digital Transformation
    -Human Computer Interaction
    -AI and digital transformation strategies
    -The evolution of the digital workforce in the AI age
  2. Intelligent Collaboration and Automation
    -Agentic Computing
    -AI and Robotics
    -Hybrid Human-machine Architectures
  3. Emerging Infrastructure
    -Cloud and Edge Computing
    -Internet of Things
    -5G/6G connectivity
  4. Cybersecurity and Ethics in a digital world
    -Cybersecurity in convergent systems
    -Security Engineering with AI
    -Ethical and Societal implications of autonomous systems
  5. Technology for Social Good
    -ICT for Sustainable Development
    -ICT4D
    -Smart Systems – Agriculture, e-health
    -Digital solutions for marginalised communities
  6. Education 5.0 and Future Skills
    -Smart Technologies in Education
    -Creative Development with AI
    -Workforce Development

Submission Guidelines

  • Full Papers –Comprising research papers of 6 to 8 pages (maximum 5,000 words).
  • Posters / Demonstrations – These contain implementation information or work-in progress and have two pages at maximum (1,250 words) besides the poster itself (or demonstration) that will be exposed at the conference.
  • Tutorials – by scholars or company representatives. A proposal of a maximum of 250 words is expected.
  • Panels – Discussions on selected topics will be held. A proposal of a maximum of 250 words is expected.
  • Keynote Speeches – Comprising contributions from distinguished scholars and industry experts. An abstract will be included in the conference proceedings.
  • Doctoral Consortium – A Doctoral Consortium will meet in groups with related research interests to discuss ongoing work. Reports for PhD work should be a maximum of 4 pages (2,500 words).
  • Corporate Exhibitions – Organisations have an opportunity to present state-of-the-art ICT developments and applications in the industry, appraise the audience on future trends to look out for, and through an exhibit booth to showcase their products and services such as ICT infrastructure (hardware, software), tools and services.

Review Process: Papers will be subjected to double-blind peer review
The Accepted papers presented at the conference will be submitted for inclusion in IEEE Explore

Submit a Paper Today

If your paper conforms to the above guideline, please await submission link coming soon.