About us

Welcome to International Conference on Urbanization and Social Transformation in Middle Eastern Cities (ICUSTMEC-26), the premier conference for students, academicians, researchers, faculties, and industry professionals from around the world. The conference will be held on 9th - 10th October, 2026 in Johannesburg, South Africa, and will bring together experts and thought leaders from a wide range of fields to share their insights and expertise. Our goal is to provide a platform for discussion, collaboration, and innovation. We believe that by bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives, we can create new ideas and solutions that will have a positive impact on society. Whether you're a student looking to learn from the best and brightest in your field, an academician seeking to share your research with a wider audience, or an industry professional looking to stay up-to-date with the latest trends and technologies, you'll find something to inspire and challenge you at our conference.

Important Dates

Wed, Sep 9, 2026
Early Bird Registration
Sat, Sep 19, 2026
Paper Submission
Thu, Sep 24, 2026
Last date of Registration
Fri, Oct 9, 2026
Conference Date

Paper Submission

Research Paper Submission Tracks

Urban agriculture and food security
Public spaces and community engagement
Cultural heritage preservation in cities
Impact of migration on urban development
Cultural diversity in urban settings
Environmental impacts of urbanization
Youth and urban social movements
Art and culture in urban revitalization
Urbanization trends in Middle Eastern cities
Social transformations in urban environments
Urban planning and sustainability challenges
Housing issues in rapidly growing cities
Transportation and mobility in urban areas
Role of technology in urban management
Social inequality in urban contexts
Historical evolution of Middle Eastern cities
Urban resilience in the face of disasters
Civic participation in urban governance
Gentrification and its socio-economic effects
Future urban challenges in the Middle East

Call for Papers Description

The International Conference on Urbanization and Social Transformation in Middle Eastern Cities invites researchers, academicians, industry professionals, and practitioners to submit original and high-quality research contributions. This global platform is designed for knowledge exchange, innovation, and cross-domain collaboration. Focusing on key research areas such as Middle Eastern Studies, the conference aims to bridge theoretical advancements with real-world applications. It encourages forward-thinking research that addresses contemporary challenges while contributing to long-term scientific and technological progress.

Committee

Conference Committee

Dr. Shashi Mehta

Assistant Professor, Department of Regional Planning, School of Planning and Architecture, New Delhi, India

Tickets

Conference Fee Structure
In-Person
Paper / Poster Presentation
$416$382
Paper / Poster Presentation with Scopus Publication
$654$611
Paper / Poster Presentation with Scopus Q2/Q3 Publication
$1,861$1,623
Listener
$263$237
Virtual Keynote Speaker Registration
$322$297
Pre-recorded Video Submission
$246$229
Online Presentation-
Online Presentation with Scopus Publication-
Online Presentation with Scopus Q2/Q3 Publication-
Online Listener-
Online
Paper / Poster Presentation-
Paper / Poster Presentation with Scopus Publication-
Paper / Poster Presentation with Scopus Q2/Q3 Publication-
Listener-
Virtual Keynote Speaker Registration-
Pre-recorded Video Submission-
Online Presentation
$263$237
Online Presentation with Scopus Publication
$577$535
Online Presentation with Scopus Q2/Q3 Publication
$1,674$1,436
Online Listener
$161$152

Speakers

Dr. Shashi Mehta

Assistant Professor, Department of Regional Planning, School of Planning and Architecture

Emmauel Nsabimana

Doctorate (PhD), Tourism, Rwanda Polytechnic - Kitabi Integrated Polytechnic Regional College, Rwanda