The 1^st AfRIC will be held virtually by LouRIM at UCLouvain, in collaboration with the IEF Forum, INSME, SAM, and supported by CAMES through its research thematic programs (PTR Santé; PTR Socio-économie et Marché; PTR Gouvernance et Développement), The Francophone University Agency (AUF) as well as the Project ‘Promotion de la Recherche, l’Innovation et de la Culture Numérique en Afrique Centrale’ (PRICNAC) one of the Organisation of African, Caribbean and Pacific States - Research & Innovation (OACPS R&I) initiative funded by the European Union. The conference will focus on cutting-edge empirical research in progress that will significantly advance the field of sustainable entrepreneurship and innovation from emerging economies with a specific focus on Africa.