Are you looking to expand your business into new African markets? The ECOWAS-SADC Business Conference offers entrepreneurs, business owners, investors, and industry leaders a unique opportunity to build strategic partnerships, explore investment opportunities, and connect with decision-makers across West and Southern Africa.
Designed to strengthen intra-African trade and economic collaboration, the conference brings together businesses from the Economic Community of West African States (ECOWAS) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC). Participants will gain practical insights into cross-border trade, market expansion, business growth, and investment opportunities while building valuable relationships with stakeholders across the continent.
About the ECOWAS-SADC Business Conference
The ECOWAS-SADC Business Conference is a strategic business platform that promotes collaboration between businesses, policymakers, investors, and trade facilitators from two of Africa's largest regional economic communities.
The conference supports the vision of the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) by helping businesses overcome market barriers, understand regional regulations, and identify opportunities for expansion across Africa.
The programme will feature keynote sessions, panel discussions, business matchmaking meetings, workshops, networking sessions, and industry engagements covering sectors such as agriculture, ICT, manufacturing, textiles, mining, and energy.
Conference Benefits
Participants will have the opportunity to:
- Connect with business leaders, investors, and policymakers across Africa.
- Explore new markets within ECOWAS and SADC member states.
- Participate in business matchmaking and B2B networking sessions.
- Learn practical strategies for market entry and regulatory compliance.
- Discover funding opportunities and strategic partnerships.
- Gain sector-specific insights from leading industry experts.
- Build long-term partnerships that support business growth and regional expansion.
Who Should Apply?
The conference is ideal for:
- Entrepreneurs
- Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs)
- Startups
- Exporters and importers
- Manufacturers
- Investors
- Business executives
- Trade organisations
- Government agencies
- Anyone interested in expanding business opportunities across Africa
Event Details
Event| ECOWAS-SADC Business Conference
Date| 6th - 7th July 2026
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How to Register
Interested participants can Register in advance for this meeting
Registration Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/qDGas2msQa2ItkoZ4_UIPQ#/registration
For enquiries:
Email: contact@edfrica.org
Phone: +2348066749933
If you're looking to expand your business beyond your local market and connect with key players shaping Africa's economic future, the ECOWAS-SADC Business Conference provides an excellent platform to learn, network, and build strategic partnerships.
