From September 4 to September 10, 2025, Algiers, Algeria hosted the 4th Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2025), organized by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration with the African Union Commission (AUC) and the AfCFTA Secretariat. Under the theme “Gateway to New Opportunities,” the fair served as a major platform to expand intra-African trade, attract investment, and drive the goals of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). (AU.int)
Key Features & Participation
The fair showcased over 2,000 exhibitors from around 140 countries, drawing more than 35,000 participants. (Zawya)
Key sectors represented included agriculture, manufacturing, energy, finance, transport, healthcare, digital innovation, and creative industries. Special initiatives such as Youth Start-Ups and Women in Trade placed emphasis on inclusivity and empowerment. (AfDB)
Outcomes & Investment Commitments
IATF 2025 facilitated deals estimated at over USD 44 billion, strengthening Africa’s drive toward self-reliance and cross-border collaboration. (Embassy of Algeria in Seoul)
Among major corporate partners, the Dangote Group was announced as the Official Premier Partner, reflecting the private sector’s strong commitment to intra-African trade. (Afreximbank)
Strategic Importance
Beyond exhibitions, IATF 2025 featured B2B and B2G matchmaking sessions, investment forums, and policy dialogues, with an emphasis on AfCFTA implementation, green industrialization and sustainable trade systems. The event also hosted Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX), spotlighting Africa’s vibrant music, fashion, film and cultural industries. (AfDB)
Sources & Accreditation:
- African Union Commission: Intra-African Trade Fair 2025
- African Development Bank: Intra-African Trade Fair 2025, Algiers, Algeria
- Zawya: Countdown begins to the fourth Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) in Algiers
- Afreximbank: IATF 2025 Welcomes Dangote Group as Official Premier Partner
- Embassy of Algeria in Seoul: 4th Edition of the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025)
