4th International Conference on Business Resilience, Continuity and Regeneration

Important Dates

Closing date for submission of abstracts (max. 250 words) 30 April 2026
Abstract acceptance notification (notification will be given 5 days after submission)
Final date for registration and payment of fees (early bird) 15 May 2026
Final date for registration and payment of fees (regular) 31 May 2026
Final date for submission of full papers (5000-8000 words) 31 May 2026

About

The 4th International Conference on Business Resilience, Continuity and Regeneration (BRCR) will be hosted by the Business Rescue Unit (BRU), under the School of Commerce, University of KwaZulu-Natal, on 17 – 19 June 2026, in the picturesque, vibrant coastal city of Durban, South Africa

In recent years, there has been growing attention on the challenges of operating in an increasingly fragmented global economy, marked by trade instability, geopolitical disruption, and shifting global alliances. This environment of disruption has become inescapable. From escalating trade wars and tariff regimes to ongoing geopolitical conflicts, supply chain fragmentation, and information warfare, economic and political uncertainty has become the norm.

These dynamics have profoundly affected global trade flows, financial markets, and, more critically, business continuity. Resilience has therefore become vital for businesses and financial markets to withstand and adapt to these disruptions. Consequently, examining the resilience of businesses and financial markets in the face of trade instability and geopolitical shocks has emerged as a central and enduring focus of contemporary research.

The main aim of this conference is to create an eﬀective platform for connecting, collaborating, and exchanging various research results and problem-solving modi operandi among academicians, postgraduate students, practitioner-researchers, policymakers, and entrepreneurs from all four corners of the world.

We cordially invite all interested academicians, postgraduate students, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and practitioner-researchers with multi-disciplinary/inter-disciplinary research interests to participate and present their original, unpublished and high-quality research papers related to building business and financial market resilience in the context of trade instability, geopolitical disruption, and a fragmenting global economy.

Speakers

Call for abstracts

The conference will focus (but will not be limited) the following themes:

Registration

The language of conference presentations is English. Once the abstract is accepted, the author must send a full-text paper, including results, tables, figures and references. Please note that your conference registration will only be finalised after your payment of the registration fee is received and verified.

Physical attendance

Classification	Conference registration fee (Early bird)	Conference registration fee (Regular)
Delegate (article presenting author)	US$350.00 or R6 500.00 (local currency)	US$400.00 or R7 200.00 (local currency)
Delegate (author presenting second paper)	US$200.00 or R3 600.00 (local currency)	US$250.00 or R4500.00 (local currency)
Delegate not presenting	US$200.00 or R3 600.00 (local currency)	US$300.00 or R5 400.00 (local currency)
Postgraduate student	US$200.00 or R3 600.00 (local currency)	US$300.00 or R5 400.00 (local currency)

Virtual attendance

Classification	Conference registration fee (Early bird)	Conference registration fee (Regular)
Delegate (article presenting author)	US$200.00 or R3 600.00 (local currency)	US$250.00 or R4 500.00 (local currency)
Delegate (author presenting second paper)	US$200.00 or R3 600.00 (local currency)	S$250.00 or R4500.00 (local currency)
Delegate not presenting	US$200.00 or R3 600.00 (local currency)	US$250.00 or R4 500.00 (local currency)
Postgraduate student	US$200.00 or R3 600.00 (local currency)	US$250.00 or R4 500.00 (local currency)

Note The conference registration fee includes the following: registration, conference material, certificate of participation, breakfast, lunch and gala dinner. There are no refunds, but delegates can send substitutes at no additional cost.

Scientific Committee

Professor Jobo Dubihlela (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Cecile Gerwel (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Evelyn Derera (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Josue Mbonigaba (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Liafisu Sina Yekini (University of Derby)
Professor Gbadebo Odularu (Bay Atlantic University)
Professor Patricia Lindelwa Makoni (University of South Africa)
Professor Sunde Tafirenyika (Namibia University of Science and Technology)
Professor Kalu O. Emenike (University of Eswatini)
Professor Mulatu Fekadu Zerihun (Tshwane University of Technology)
Professor Olubukunola Ranti Uwuigbe (Covenant University)
Professor Zandri Dickason Koekemoer (North-West University)
Professor Suné Ferreira-Schenk (North-West University)
Professor Yusuf Opeyemi Akinwale (Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University)
Professor Mabutho Sibanda (North West University)
Professor Paul-Francois Muzindutsi (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Rajendra Rajaram (CA)(SA) (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Joseph Olorunfemi Akande (Walter Sisulu University)
Professor Surendran Subrayan Pillay (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Phocenah Nyatanga (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Kerry-Ann McCullough (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Teresa Kaulihowa (Namibia University of Science and Technology)
Professor Godfrey Marozva (University of South Africa)
Professor Bomi Nomlala (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Barnes Sookdeo (University of South Africa)
Professor Patrick Ndayizigamiye (University of Johannesburg)
Professor Nhamo Mashavira (Great Zimbabwe University)
Professor Kin Sibanda (Walter Sisulu University)
Professor Upasana Gitanjali Singh (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Professor Adefemi A. Obalade (University of the Western Cape)
Professor Jean Damascene Mvunabandi (Durban University of Technology)
Professor Haruna Maama (Durban University of Technology)
Dr Esinath Ndiweni (Heriot Watt University)
Dr Ashika Maharaj (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Dr Jeremiah Machingambi (University of the Western Cape)
Dr Mashford Zenda (University of the Free State)
Dr Tendayi Mutimukuru Maravanyika (Great Zimbabwe University) Adv Annastacia Mthembu (University of South Africa)

Dr Meshel Muzuva (Management College of Southern Africa)
Dr Cuthbert Muza (Walter Sisulu University)
Dr Dorah Dubihlela (Walter Sisulu University)
Dr Sedzani Musundwa (University of South Africa)
Dr Durrel Ramrathan (MultiChoice)
Dr Mugove Mashingaidze (BA ISAGO University)
Dr Magret Olarewaju (Coventry University)
Dr Eriyoti Chikodza (Great Zimbabwe University)
Dr Mjabuliseni Ngidi (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Dr Nkosinamandla Shezi (University of South Africa)
Dr Gulali Indiya Donald (Maseno University)
Dr Mishelle Doorasamy (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Dr Victor Gumbo (Modworld Consulting)
Dr Agyei Samuel Kwaku (University of Cape Coast)
Dr Oluwasoye P. Mafimisebi (De Montfort University)
Dr Stephen C. Mpembele (Copperbelt University)
Dr Precious Mncayi (North-West University)
Dr Rufaro Garidzirai (Walter Sisulu University)
Professor Ferdinand Niyimbanira (University of Mpumalanga)
Dr Thomas Habanabakize (Tshwane University of Technology)
Dr Bhasela Yalezo (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Dr Frank Ranganai Matenda (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Dr Lorraine Muguto (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Dr Njabulo Nkomazana (Midlands State University)
Dr Helper Zhou (Sigma International/Durban University of Technology)
Dr Hillary Muguto (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Dr Justin Chirima (Great Zimbabwe University)
Dr Lilian Nwosu (North-West University)
Dr Caleb Adelowo (North-West University)
Dr Hlupeko Dube (Great Zimbabwe University)
Dr Masibulele Phesa (CA)(SA) (University of KwaZulu- Natal)
Dr Reward Utete (University of Zululand)
Dr Kajal Ramnanun (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Dr Damien Kunjal (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Ms Zamanguni Hariatah Gumede (CA)(SA) (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Ms Salma Vanker (CA)(SA) (University of KwaZulu-Natal)
Ms Fikile Dube (University of the Western Cape)
Ms Edith Mbiriri (University of South Africa)

Sponsors/Exhibitors packages and fees

For more information on sponsorships and exhibition opportunities, please contact: Professor Paul-Francois Muzindutsi at muzindutsip@ukzn.ac.za.

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