Recognizing the critical issue of entrepreneurship in Afghanistan, Kateb University, the country’s leading academic institution, is organizing the National Conference on Opportunities and Challenges of Entrepreneurship in Afghanistan. This event aims to unite academics, researchers, and practitioners to exchange ideas, share research, and explore innovative solutions. It will provide actionable insights for building a more conducive environment for entrepreneurship in Afghanistan.

Entrepreneurship Challenges in Afghanistan

Entrepreneurship is a dynamic process of creating value through innovation, utilizing resources, and embracing calculated risks. In Afghanistan—a nation shaped by decades of political instability, imposed wars, and their aftermath—entrepreneurship offers a promising pathway to economic recovery and social prosperity. With a young and ambitious workforce, the country stands at a pivotal stage to tackle poverty, create jobs, and improve infrastructure.

However, Afghanistan faces significant obstacles in fostering entrepreneurship, such as inadequate infrastructure, lack of financial resources, and systemic administrative corruption. These challenges slow the growth of small and medium enterprises, particularly for women and rural communities.

Key Details of the Conference

• Organizer: Kateb University, Kabul
• Duration and Dates: Two-day event (to be announced)
• Deadline for Abstract Submission: February 18, 2025
• Deadline for Full Paper Submission: March 20, 2025

Benefits of Conference

This conference will provide the winning papers as follows:

1. Cash prizes and special awards for the top five papers.
2. Certificates of acceptance and presentation for all selected papers
3. Published conference proceedings with national recognition.

Main Themes

The conference focuses on four core themes:

1. Identifying and analyzing barriers to entrepreneurship in Afghanistan.
2. Exploring Afghanistan’s entrepreneurial opportunities and potential.
3. Practical solutions for improving business environments and fostering entrepreneurship.
4. Strengthening entrepreneurial culture through education and cultural institutions.

Sub-Themes

The conference sub-themes are divided into several categories as follows:

A) Challenges of Entrepreneurship:

• Limited access to financial resources for startups.
• Impacts of traditional societal norms on entrepreneurship
• Currency fluctuations and their effect on businesses
• Regulatory barriers and bureaucratic inefficiencies
• The role of infrastructure in supporting entrepreneurship
• Women’s entrepreneurship challenges
• Corruption’s impact on SME growth
• Shortage of skilled professionals in Afghanistan

B) Opportunities for Entrepreneurship in Afghanistan:

• Entrepreneurial Potential in Agriculture: A Case Study of Agricultural Products
• Impact of Tourism on Entrepreneurship in Afghanistan: Opportunities, Challenges, and Solutions
• Social and Cultural Entrepreneurship in Afghanistan
• Family-Based Entrepreneurship in Afghanistan: Role of Family-Owned Businesses
• Digital Entrepreneurship in Afghanistan: Startups’ Potential and Challenges
• Developing Afghan Handicrafts and Small/Medium Enterprises
• Entrepreneurship in Healthcare: Opportunities for Health-Related Businesses
• Entrepreneurship in Education: Opportunities for Innovative Educational Ventures
• Green Entrepreneurship: Environmental Business Opportunities
• Women’s Entrepreneurship Opportunities in Afghanistan
• Untapped Afghan Markets and Their Role in Entrepreneurship
• Youthful Demographics and Entrepreneurial Opportunities in Afghanistan
• Natural Resource Potential for Entrepreneurship and Sustainable Development

C) Practical Solutions:

• Comprehensive entrepreneurship development models.
• Government and private sector collaboration in supporting SMEs
• Leveraging ICT for entrepreneurial growth.
• Establishing supportive networks and fostering international partnerships.

D) Strengthening Entrepreneurial Culture:

• The Role of Entrepreneurship Education (Schools, Institutes, and Universities) in Promoting Entrepreneurial Culture.
• Impact of Successful Entrepreneurship Models in Afghanistan on Youth Motivation.
• Role of Media and Social Networks in Promoting Entrepreneurial Culture.
• University-Industry Collaboration in Advancing Entrepreneurship.
• Entrepreneurial Ethics and the Role of Islamic Values in Shaping Entrepreneurial Spirit.
• Integration of Islamic Values (e.g., Justice, Honesty, Trustworthiness) with Modern Business Requirements
• Talent Management’s Role in Afghan Entrepreneurs’ Success: Case Studies.
• The Role of International Organizations in Entrepreneurship Education and Development.

Submission Requirements

The following are some general requirements for submitting the papers:

• Papers should be original, unpublished, and aligned with the conference’s themes.
• Word count: 3,500–6,500 words.

Structure of the Paper

• Clear and relevant title.
• Author information (academic rank, email address).
• Abstract (150–250 words).
• Keywords (5–8 terms).
• Introduction (problem statement, importance, and objectives)
• Literature review and methodology.
• Research findings and analysis.
• Conclusion and recommendations.
• References are formatted in APA style.

How to Submit?

To submit your paper, please email it to the following submission email:

Submission Email: [email protected]

For further inquiries, please contact: +93 729 008 779 or check the official Kateb University official website.

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