IMITEC 2026 Conferences

Connecting global pioneers, academic scholars, and tech innovators to explore the future of engineering, artificial intelligence, and digital transformation.

Host: North-West University (NWU)

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Conference Tracks

Track 1: Artificial Intelligence, Robotics and Embedded Systems
Track 2: Data Science, Data Engineering, and Big Data Analytics
Track 3: Cyber Security, Data Privacy, Network and System Security
Track 4: Power Systems and Renewable Energy Technologies
Track 5: Smart Grid and Energy Management Systems
Track 6: Internet of Things (IoT) and Smart Systems
Track 7: Information and Communication Technology for Development (ICT4D)

Important Dates & Registration

Paper Submission Timeline

Milestone Dates (2026)
Full Paper Submission: 31 March to 31 May 2026
Notification of Papers: 1 June to 31 July 2026
Camera Ready Paper: 15 September 2026

Registration Periods

Category Dates
Early Registration: 13 July to 15 August 2026
Normal Registration: 17 August to 2 October 2026
Late Registration: 12 October to 6 November 2026

Committees

Honorary Chairperson

Chairperson

Vice Chairperson

Technical Reviewers

  • Prof. Absalom Ezugwu School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Prof. Francis Lugayizi School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Prof. Energy Sonono Centre for Business Mathematics and Informatics, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Prof. Ernest Mnkandla School of Computing, College of Science and Technology, University of South Africa, Gauteng, South Africa.
  • Prof. Marike Coetzee School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Prof. Joey Jansen van Vuuren Department of Computer Sciences, Faculty of ICT, Tshwane University of Technology, Gauteng, South Africa.
  • Prof. Shengzhi Du Department of Electrical Engineering, Tshwane University of Technology, Gauteng, South Africa.
  • Prof. Rene Van Eck Department of Information and Communication Technology, Faculty of Applied and Computer Sciences, Vaal University of Technology, Gauteng, South Africa.
  • Prof. Serestina Viriri University of KwaZulu-Natal, Durban, South Africa.
  • Prof. Osden Jokonya Department of Information Systems, University of Western Cape, Bellville, South Africa.
  • Prof. Simon Christopher Fernandez Department of Applied Informatics and Mathematical Sciences, Walter Sisulu University, Eastern Cape, South Africa.
  • Prof. Thipe Modipa Department of Computer Science, University of Limpopo, Limpopo, South Africa.
  • Prof. Mthulisi Velempini Department of Computer Science, University of Limpopo, Limpopo, South Africa.
  • Prof. Guy-Alain Zodi Head of Department of Computer Science, Namibia University of Science & Technology, Windhoek, Namibia.
  • Prof. Philippe Faradja Predictive maintenance and Digital Twins, Université de Goma, Université Loyola du Congo.
  • Prof. Samuel Mbuguah Kibabii University, Bungoma, Kenya.
  • Prof. Jose Quenum Professor of Computer Science, Namibia University of Science & Technology, Windhoek, Namibia.
  • Prof. Sammeerchand Pudaruth Faculty of Information, Communication & Digital Technologies (FoICDT), University of Mauritius, Mauritius.
  • Prof. Gbenga Dada Department of Computer Engineering, University of Maiduguri, Nigeria.
  • Prof. Suresh Kumar Faculty of Engineering & Technology, Manav Rachna International Institute of Research and Studies, Faridabad.
  • Prof. Subarna Shakya Tribhuvan University, Nepal.
  • Prof. Hongtao Sun School of Engineering, Qufu Normal University, Shandong, China.
  • Prof. Cheng Tan School of Engineering, Qufu Normal University, Shandong, China.
  • Prof. Haibin Sun School of Engineering, Qufu Normal University, Shandong, China.
  • Prof. Baili Su School of Information and Automation, Qufu Normal University, Shandong, China.
  • Prof. Jigang Tong School of Electrical Engineering and Automation, Tianjin University of Technology, China.
  • Prof. Felix Bankole HarpDome Technologies Inc., Saskatchewan, Canada.
  • Prof. Ryan Gill College of Arts and Sciences, Department of Mathematics, University of Louisville, USA.
  • Dr. Bendrick Mahleko College of Management and Technology, Walden University, USA.
  • Dr. Mncedisi Bembe Engineering & Technology, Vogel School of Engineering, Bryan College of Engineering, USA.
  • Dr. Michcal Olaolu Arowolo Assistant Professor of Health Informatics, Xavier University of Louisiana, Drexel Drive, New Orleans, LA 70125.
  • Dr. Adewale Folaranmi Lukman Assistant Professor of Mathematics, University of North Dakota, USA.
  • Dr. Olusola Salami Saskatchewan, Canada.
  • Dr. Juliana Adisa Canada.
  • Dr. Elena Aleksandrovna Muravyova Department of Automated Technological and Information Systems, Institute of Chemical Technologies and Engineering, UFA State Petroleum Technical University, Sterlitamak, Russia.
  • Dr. N Mtetwa Data Scientist, Department of Cyber Security and Networks, Glasgow Caledonian University, Scotland.
  • Dr. Prashant R. Nair Department of Computer Science & Engineering, Amrita Vishwa Vidyapeetham (University), Coimbatore, India.
  • Dr. Isaac Oluwafemi Elesemoyo Lecturer of Computer Engineering, Elizade University, Ilara-Mokin, Nigeria.
  • Dr. Emmanuel Oluwatobi Asani Senior Lecturer of Computer Science, Landmark University, Omu Aran, Nigeria.
  • Dr. Rotimi-Williams Bello Computer Science, University of Africa, Toru-Orua, Bayelsa State, Nigeria.
  • Dr. Abiodun Kazeem Moses Computer Science, Landmark University, Omu Aran, Nigeria.
  • Dr. Jide Kehinde Adeniyi Lecturer of Computer Science, Landmark University, Omu Aran, Nigeria.
  • Dr. Roseline Oluwaseun Ogundokun Lecturer of Computer Science, Landmark University, Omu Aran, Nigeria.
  • Dr. Tatenda Duncan Kavu African Leadership University, Kigali City, Rwanda.
  • Dr. Theo Tsokota Senior Lecturer – Department of Information and Marketing Sciences, Midlands State University, Zimbabwe.
  • Dr. V.T. Chabata National University of Science & Technology, Bulawayo, Zimbabwe.
  • Dr. Taurayi Rupere University of Zimbabwe.
  • Dr. Suresh Nalina Senior Lecturer, School of Computing, University of Namibia, Namibia.
  • Dr. Mooloki Mangwala Technology Transfer, Botswana International University of Science & Technology, Palapye, Botswana.
  • Dr. Nkosinathi Mpofu Computer Systems Engineering, Botswana Accountancy College, Francistown, Botswana.
  • Dr. Harriet Tsinale Dept. of Computer Science, Karatina University, Kenya.
  • Dr. Innocent Njini Department of Computer Systems and Engineering, Botswana Accountancy College, Francistown, Botswana.
  • Dr. SP Ramalepe Department of Computer Science, University of Limpopo, South Africa.
  • Dr. Vekani Baloyi Department of Computer Science, University of Limpopo, South Africa.
  • Dr. Refilwe Constance Mogase Department of Informatics, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Robert Hans Department of Computer Sciences, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Tlou James Ramabu Department of Computer Sciences, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Daniel Chuene Department of Computer Sciences, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Solly Maswikaneng Department of Information Technology, Faculty of ICT, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Khuliso Sigama Department of Computer Science, Faculty of ICT, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Tshimangadzo Mavin Tshilongamulenzhe Department of Information Technology, Faculty of ICT, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Naume Sonhera Department of Information & Communication Technology, Vaal University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Bertie Buitendag Department of Computer Sciences, Faculty of ICT, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Emmanuel Migabo Department of Computer Systems Engineering, Faculty of ICT, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Silas Verkijika Department of Computer Science and Information Technology, Sol Plaatje University, South Africa.
  • Dr. Ngoma Yves Matanga Department of Computer Systems Engineering, Faculty of ICT, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Olusoji Bidemi Akinrinade Department of Computer Systems Engineering, Faculty of ICT, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Isaac Takaidza Department of Mathematical Sciences, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Dr. Dorcas Oladayo Esan Department of Computer Systems Engineering, Faculty of ICT, Tshwane University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Rito Cliuord Maswanganyi Computer Systems Engineering, Tshwane University of Technology, Republic of South Africa.
  • Dr. Yusuf Babatunde Lawal Computer Systems Engineering, Tshwane University of Technology, Republic of South Africa.
  • Dr. Elias Sibanda Department of Information and Communications Technology, Vaal University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Philani Khumalo Electronic and Computer Engineering, Durban University of Technology, South Africa.
  • Dr. Linda Redelinghuys School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Dr. Lance Bunt School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Dr. Dumani Kunjuzwa School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Dr. Charles van der Vyver School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Dr. Lanka Sejaphala School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Dr. Godwin Mandinyenya University of Cape Town, South Africa.
  • Dr. Sello Sekwatlakwatla Vaal University of Technology, Vanderbijlpark, South Africa.
  • Dr. Diana Pholo South African Revenue Service (SARS), South Africa.
  • Ms. Teresia Ankomo Department of Computer Science, Namibia University of Science & Technology, Windhoek, Namibia.
  • Ms. Dina Moloja Central University of Technology, Free State, South Africa.
  • Mr. Kagiso Mphasane School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Ms. Shirley Nkone School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Mr. Tibo Kiefer School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Ms. Bongisa Dyosoba School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Ms. Priscilla Toona School of Computer Science and Information Systems, North-West University, South Africa.
  • Sreenivasareddy Hulebeedureddy Lead Software Engineer, IEEE Senior Member, AT&T, United States of America.
  • Kapinesh Govindaraju Master of Engineering in Electrical and Computer Engineering, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York.
  • Mali Twani Nelson Mandela University.

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