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Kenyan companies eye groundbreaking deals at Intra-African Trade fair in Egypt

Editor SharpDaily by Editor SharpDaily
November 10, 2023
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The third session of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), currently underway in Egypt, has opened avenues for Kenyan companies to explore groundbreaking trade and investment agreements. Hosted by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration with the African Union Commission and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat, the event is anticipated to catalyze economic growth, industrialization, and job creation continent-wide.

Kenya, having previously benefited from trade and investment agreements totaling Kshs 37.0 billion in earlier IATF editions, is strategically positioning itself to leverage the extensive opportunities presented at this continental fair. Scheduled from November 9th to 15th, the event is projected to draw over 1,600 exhibitors and more than 35,000 visitors, buyers, and conference delegates from all 55 African countries, the Diaspora, and around the world.

Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo, serving as the Chairman of the IATF 2023 Advisory Council, underscored the pivotal role of intra-African trade in unlocking the continent’s true potential. He emphasized the event as a hub for fostering connections, collaboration, and the exchange of knowledge among entrepreneurs, investors, innovators, and policymakers. The significance of the trade fair extends beyond immediate economic gains; it symbolizes Africa’s commitment to economic integration and a collective determination to create a prosperous future. Mr. Obasanjo stated that the event exemplifies the spirit of cooperation and collaboration that will unlock the untapped potential of the continent.

With the ambitious goal of facilitating trade and investment information exchange, particularly in the context of implementing the AfCFTA, the IATF holds crucial importance for Kenyan traders. Alfred K’ Ombudo, Kenya’s Trade, Investments, and Industry Permanent Secretary, emphasized the unique platform the fair provides for fostering increased intra-African trade and investment.

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The fair offers stakeholders an opportunity to discuss challenges and identify solutions, contributing to the overarching goal of creating a more interconnected and economically vibrant Africa. The historical success of the IATF, with previous editions generating over USD 74.0 billion in trade and investment deals, underscores its significance. As the fair unfolds in Cairo, Kenya and other participating nations have the chance to not only boost their economies but also contribute to the broader narrative of Africa’s economic transformation through industrialization and export development.

The Intra-African Trade Fair serves as a testament to the continent’s commitment to fostering economic collaboration and growth. Kenya, among other nations, has a golden opportunity to harness the potential of this event, creating a ripple effect that extends beyond borders and contributes to the realization of Africa’s economic aspirations. The outcomes of the trade fair will undoubtedly shape the trajectory of intra-African trade and investment in the years to come.

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