Intra-African Trade Fair 2025: Gateway to Pan-African B2B Growth

The Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 (IATF2025) will take place in Algiers, Algeria, from September 4–10, 2025. As Africa’s premier platform for trade and investment, this flagship event will unite over 35,000 visitors, 2,000+ exhibitors, and representatives from 75+ countries.

Organized by Afreximbank, the African Union Commission, and the AfCFTA Secretariat, the event provides a dynamic environment for small businesses, corporates, and startups to connect with buyers, investors, and policymakers from across the continent and beyond.

The Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 is designed to boost regional integration, trade partnerships, and investment opportunities — all in support of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).

Why the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 Matters

The 2025 edition of the trade fair offers a strategic platform for businesses to:

• Tap into Africa’s unified market of 1.4 billion people with a combined GDP of over $3.5 trillion.
• Access buyers and decision-makers through curated B2B and B2G matchmaking sessions.
• Overcome traditional trade barriers with tools like the Pan-African Payment and Settlement System (PAPSS).
• Celebrate Africa’s creative economy through CANEX – the Creative Africa Nexus program.
• Engage youth and emerging entrepreneurs through innovation hubs and business pitch platforms.

Past IATF events have generated over $100 billion in trade deals. The 2025 edition is expected to significantly expand on that momentum.

Key Features of Intra-African Trade Fair 2025

1. B2B and B2G Matchmaking

IATF2025 offers a dedicated B2B and B2G platform where participants can pre-schedule high-impact meetings with potential trade partners, investors, and government agencies. This feature ensures that companies can maximize their ROI from attending the fair.

2. Trade and Investment Forum

This 4-day high-level conference will bring together African leaders, business icons, and policymakers to discuss:

• AfCFTA implementation
• Industrial value chains
• Infrastructure and digital transformation
• Climate-resilient trade strategies

Confirmed speakers include leading voices from Afreximbank, the African Union, regional economic blocs, and the private sector.

3. CANEX – Creative Africa Nexus

CANEX is a unique cultural and commercial platform at the heart of IATF2025. It will showcase:

• African fashion and design
• Film, music, and digital content
• Gastronomy and culinary arts
• Diaspora-led businesses and investments

CANEX not only promotes Africa’s rich cultural heritage but also positions the creative economy as a key driver of intra-African trade.

4. Africa Automotive Show

This pavilion highlights opportunities in Africa’s growing automotive industry. Manufacturers, suppliers, and investors will explore innovations in electric vehicles, components, and automotive assembly partnerships.

5. Youth Start-Up Pavilion

Backed by the African Union, the Youth Start-Up Pavilion will spotlight innovative African entrepreneurs under the age of 35. Selected startups will receive:

• Free exhibition space
• Access to investors and accelerators
• Media exposure and technical support

Applications close on May 30, 2025, and youth-led businesses across sectors are encouraged to apply.

How to Register and Participate

• Event Dates: September 4–10, 2025
• Venue: SAFEX Expo Center, Algiers, Algeria
• Registration Deadline: July 16, 2025 (for exhibitors and SMEs)

To register, visit the official Intra-African Trade Fair website:
👉 https://2025.iatf.africa

For inquiries, contact:
📧 media@intrafricantradefair.com
📱 WhatsApp: +27 764 430 401

Who Should Attend the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025?

• African SMEs, startups, and large corporations
• Diaspora-led enterprises
• Trade and investment agencies
• Exporters and importers
• Financiers and development partners
• Policy and government representatives

Whether you are looking to export goods, form joint ventures, find supply chain partners, or learn from industry leaders, IATF2025 is the place to be.

How the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 Supports AfCFTA

The Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 directly aligns with the goals of the African Continental Free Trade Area:

• Reducing reliance on imports from outside the continent
• Encouraging local manufacturing and cross-border trade
• Creating jobs and building resilient value chains
• Strengthening trade in services, technology, and innovation

Through initiatives like PAPSS and the IATF Virtual Trade Platform, the event also promotes digital inclusion and streamlined trade logistics.

Important Links for the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025

• AfCFTA Business Directory
• Register Your SME – For Intra-African Trade
• Official IATF2025 Portal
• Afreximbank – Trade and Investment News

Final Thoughts on the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025

In conclusion, the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 is more than a trade show. It is a bold step toward African prosperity, unity, and economic transformation. Whether you’re a startup founder, a manufacturer, or a policymaker, this event gives you the platform to connect, collaborate, and grow.

Don’t miss out. Register now and be part of Africa’s next big leap.

Published by www.intraafricantrade.com – your trusted B2B platform for African trade under AfCFTA.