Humanity in Traces
Several million years of history between materials, memories and territories
28th Biennial Meetings of the Society of Africanist Archaeologists — an international scientific congress dedicated to archaeology and related disciplines of the African continent.
Congress opening
Abidjan, Université Félix Houphouët-Boigny
25 July – 1 August 2027
A land of welcome, a land of heritage
The congress in figures
Why participate?
Cutting-edge research
Access the latest advances in African archaeology and related disciplines, from the earliest human traces to contemporary societies.
International scope
Engage with more than 800 researchers from over 40 countries in a rigorous, multidisciplinary scientific setting.
Scientific networking
Build lasting collaborations between African and international institutions through sessions, workshops and field trips.
Ivorian heritage
Discover the cultural and natural heritage of Abidjan and Côte d'Ivoire, host of this 28th edition.
Congress calendar
Key milestones of SAfA 2027 — don't miss any important date.
14 Sept. – 13 Nov. 2026
Submission of session proposals
November 2026
Decision letters (sessions)
30 Nov. 2026 – 31 Jan. 2027
Individual paper submissions
February 2027
Decision letters (individual applications)
February – March 2027
Travel grant applications
April 2027
Decision letters (travel grants)
31 May 2027
End of early registration
25 July – 1 August 2027
Congress takes place