Nigeria has been officially announced as the host of the 2027 edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF), with Lagos confirmed as the host city.
The Minister of Industry, Trade and Investment, Dr. Jumoke Oduwole, received the IATF flag on behalf of the country during the opening ceremony of the ongoing 2025 fair in Algiers.
Chairman of the IATF Advisory Council and former President, Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, described the milestone as another step in advancing Africa’s economic integration.
“Since its inception, the IATF has rotated across our continent, leaving its unique legacy and improving with each host nation. Today we continue the proud tradition by announcing the country that will host IATF2027,” he said.
The IATF, organised by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the AfCFTA Secretariat, is a platform designed to strengthen intra-African trade, attract investment, and expand business opportunities.
The fair brings together governments, investors, and businesses to showcase products and services, foster partnerships, and find solutions to trade challenges. It was established to accelerate the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) agreement, which seeks to create a single continental market for goods and services.Through business-to-business (B2B) and business-to-government (B2G) exchanges, African enterprises gain the opportunity to connect directly with global and continental stakeholders, enhance visibility, and expand their market reach.
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