2024-09-08 17:44:29
ALGIERS – More than 2,000 exhibitors, including companies from the African continent and around the world, will present their products and services at the 4th edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), scheduled for September 4 to 10, 2025 in Algiers, according to a press release from the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), organizer of the event.
Under the theme “Bridge to New Opportunities,” IATF2025 will welcome more than 35,000 visitors from over 140 countries around the world, according to the statement, which anticipates more than US$44 billion in trade and investment deals during the week-long fair.
L’IATF 2025 will be marked by the presence of heads of state and government, ministers of commerce, finance, culture and other ministries as well as industry leaders, assures the same source.
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The main activities planned for theIATF2025 include a trade exhibition, a four-day trade and investment forum with African and international speakers, and an African automotive industry show, the statement said.
Special days will be dedicated to countries as well as public and private entities to showcase trade and investment opportunities, according to Afreximbank, stressing that tourist and cultural attractions are also planned in the event programme which includes a Diaspora Day to highlight trade and cultural links between Africa and its communities abroad.
Also planned are a business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) platform for networking and business exchanges, the AU Youth Start-Up programme showcasing innovative ideas and prototypes, the African Research and Innovation Platform @ IATF for university students, researchers.
This biannual event, organized in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the General Secretariat of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), aims to support the development of intra-African trade and investment, particularly in the context of the implementation of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement.
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Unlocking Intra-African Trade: IATF2025 to Bridge New Opportunities
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is gearing up to host the 4th edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) in Algiers, Algeria, from September 4 to 10, 2025. This premier trade event is expected to bring together over 2,000 exhibitors from the African continent and around the world, showcasing their products and services to a projected 35,000 visitors from over 140 countries [[1]].
Theme: Bridge to New Opportunities
IATF2025 is themed “Bridge to New Opportunities,” reflecting the event’s goal of connecting African businesses and promoting intra-African trade. The event is anticipated to generate over US$44 billion in trade and investment deals during the week-long fair.
Key Activities and Events
The IATF2025 program is packed with exciting activities and events, including:
A trade exhibition featuring products and services from across Africa and the world [[2]]
A four-day trade and investment forum with African and international speakers
An African automotive industry show
Special days dedicated to countries, public and private entities, and tourist and cultural attractions
A Diaspora Day to highlight trade and cultural links between Africa and its communities abroad
Business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) matchmaking opportunities
IATF2025: A Platform for Intra-African Trade
The Intra-African Trade Fair is a key event boosting trade in Africa, with the goal of increasing intra-African trade and promoting economic development on the continent [[3]]. IATF2025 provides a unique platform for African businesses to connect, network, and explore new trade opportunities.
Algeria: A Locomotive of Development in Africa
Algeria’s hosting of the IATF2025 reaffirms its position as a locomotive of development in Africa. The event is expected to attract heads of state and government, ministers of commerce, finance, culture, and other ministries, as well as industry leaders.
Conclusion
IATF2025 is poised to be a landmark event in the African trade calendar, offering unparalleled opportunities for African businesses to connect, trade, and grow. With its theme “Bridge to New Opportunities,” IATF2025 is set to unlock the full potential of intra-African trade, driving economic growth and development on the continent.
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Unlocking Intra-African Trade: IATF2025 to Bridge New Opportunities
The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is gearing up to host the 4th edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) in Algiers,
