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Every delegate pass (Super Early Bird, Early Bird, Regular) includes: 3-day full conference access to all plenary sessions and all 9 technical tracks, conference materials and delegate bag, 3 networking lunches, exhibition floor access, and the complete digital proceedings and session recordings. Early Bird and Regular passes also include the Day 1 cocktail networking reception.

The VIP pass (₦720,000 / $450) adds: priority front-row seating at all plenary sessions, access to the Day 2 VIP Gala Dinner, a 1-year ASMRA membership (Individual), private meet & greet with keynote speakers, pre-conference workshop access, a personalised certificate of participation, print proceedings in addition to digital, and your name listed in the official conference programme.

Current passes are for the full 3-day conference. Single-day passes are not available for MRX Africa 2026. However, all delegates receive the complete digital proceedings and session recordings after the conference — so even if you can only attend 1 or 2 days in person, you have access to everything presented.

Groups of 5–9 delegates receive 15% off the total registration fee. Groups of 10 or more receive 20% off. Group bookings are handled via a single invoice and payment — contact programs@tmiafrica.org with your team size, ticket type preference, and we'll send a formal proposal within 24 hours.

Yes — delegate substitutions are free and can be made at any time before the conference. Simply email programs@tmiafrica.org with the original registrant's name and the substitute delegate's full details.

Cancellations made 30 or more days before the conference (before 19 October 2026) receive a full refund minus a ₦5,000 / $5 administration fee. Cancellations made 15–29 days before receive a 50% refund. Cancellations within 14 days of the conference are non-refundable, but the delegate pass can be transferred to a colleague at no charge. Email programs@tmiafrica.org for all cancellation requests.

CPD certificates are issued digitally to all delegates within 5 working days of the conference close. The certificate documents the number of structured CPD hours earned across the 3 days, applicable to CMRP recertification, CRL renewal, and most professional body CPD requirements. Your certificate is sent to the email address used during registration.

Email programs@tmiafrica.org and we'll send you a one-page justification letter pre-written on TMI Africa headed paper — covering the business case, CPD value, and programme content. You can forward it directly to your line manager or training department. Most delegates get approval within days.

Abstract submissions open 15 May 2026 and close on 30 July 2026. Acceptance notifications are sent by 20 August 2026. Full papers and presentation decks are due 15 September 2026. We strongly recommend submitting well before the deadline — abstracts received early receive more detailed feedback from the Programme Committee.

The strongest abstracts clearly state: (1) the problem or question addressed, (2) the methodology or approach used, (3) the specific results or findings, and (4) why this matters for African industrial operations. Case studies with real data from African plants are particularly valued. 250–500 words. Up to 5 keywords. Contact learn@tmiafrica.org if you want feedback before submitting.

All accepted presenters must register as delegates to attend and present. However, accepted speakers receive the discount code MRXPRESENT26 which gives 25% off the delegate registration fee — significantly reducing the cost. Some employers cover the full registration fee for presenters representing their organisation.

Yes — many of our best presentations anonymise the plant name and specific production numbers while retaining the methodology and learnings that matter. The Programme Committee can advise on what level of detail is needed. Contact learn@tmiafrica.org to discuss how to frame your work appropriately before submitting.

Four formats: (1) Full technical paper with 25-minute presentation (published in proceedings), (2) Practitioner case study — 20-minute session with Q&A, (3) Workshop or half-day tutorial for hands-on content, (4) Poster presentation for research in progress. Indicate your preference in the submission form — the Programme Committee may suggest an alternative format if more appropriate.

Registration is processed via Selar. Accepted payment methods include: Nigerian bank transfer (Naira), debit/credit card (Naira and USD), and international card payments. For group bookings, we issue a formal invoice payable by bank transfer in Naira or USD.

Yes. USD pricing is available for international delegates. Use the USD tab on the registration or ticket pages to see dollar pricing. International card payments are accepted via Selar. For group bookings in USD, contact programs@tmiafrica.org for bank transfer details.

Yes. A formal invoice on Epsilon Reliability Solutions / TMI Africa letterhead can be issued for all registrations. This is particularly useful for delegates whose employers require a purchase order process. Email programs@tmiafrica.org with your registration details and company billing information.

It depends on your nationality. Citizens of all 54 African Union member states are eligible for visa-on-arrival via the NIS portal. Citizens of other countries (UK, US, EU, India, etc.) require a standard Nigerian visa from their nearest embassy. Always verify current requirements at immigration.gov.ng before applying. See our full Visa & Travel page.

Register for the conference first, then email programs@tmiafrica.org with your: full name as it appears on your passport, passport number, nationality, and date of birth. We issue official invitation letters on TMI Africa / ASMRA letterhead within 3 working days.

Yes — a valid yellow fever vaccination certificate (the physical yellow card) is required to enter Nigeria and will be checked at immigration on arrival. Ensure you get vaccinated at least 10 days before travel and carry the original card (not a copy).

Contact Four Points by Sheraton Lagos directly — call +234 905-382-2225 or email reservations@fourpointslagos.com and mention MRX Africa 2026. The conference team has negotiated delegate accommodation rates for the conference period. Book early — rooms go quickly around the conference dates.

The full conference programme with confirmed speakers, session titles, and room allocations will be published on 7 November 2026 — 11 days before the conference opens. Registered delegates receive it by email. Speaker announcements begin from August 2026 on the conference website and TMI Africa's LinkedIn page.

A digital programme guide accessible on mobile will be made available to all registered delegates before the conference. It will include the full schedule, speaker bios, room directions, sponsor information, and networking features. Details will be shared with registered delegates in November 2026.

Selected plenary and keynote sessions will be recorded. All published technical papers and presentation decks are included in the digital proceedings available to all registered delegates. The full recordings policy is subject to individual speaker consent — details confirmed in November 2026.

Smart business casual is appropriate for all conference sessions. Nigerian traditional attire is very welcome. The Day 2 VIP Gala Dinner is smart formal. The Day 1 cocktail reception is smart casual. There is no strict dress code — professional and comfortable is the right balance for a technical conference in Lagos's November warmth.

Yes — high-speed Wi-Fi is available throughout Four Points by Sheraton including all meeting rooms, the exhibition floor, lobby areas, and hotel rooms. Wi-Fi access codes are provided with delegate badges at registration.

Follow TMI Africa on LinkedIn for all MRX Africa 2026 announcements, speaker reveals, and programme updates. Search "TMI Africa" on LinkedIn or visit tmiafrica.org. Use the hashtag #MRXAfrica2026 across all platforms to join the conversation.