WELCOME TO THE CENTRE FOR THE STUDY OF AFRICAN ECONOMIES
We are a development economics research centre based at the University of Oxford, with researchers in the Department of Economics, the Blavatnik School of Government, and the Oxford Department of International Development. Founded in 1986, we're celebrating our 40th anniversary this year.
Founded in 1986, we have been conducting rigorous research on development economics for four decades.
OUR EVENTS
We run many events at the Centre, including the Lunchtime Seminar Series and Research Workshops during term time, and several conferences and workshops throughout the academic year.
A vehicle to carry rigorous economic analysis focused entirely on Africa. The Journal (JAE) is managed by the CSAE and published by Oxford University Press
We engage on an international level with organisations, institutions, policymakers, and advisers to form connections and make a difference in developing countries.
CSAE CONFERENCE 2026
The CSAE Conference brings together development economists from across the world to discuss issues relevant to Africa.
WHEN: 22 - 24 March 2026
WHERE: St Catherine's College, Oxford
