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2026Powered by Access Bank, the Conference unites leaders to shape Africa's trade future, fostering innovation, sustainability, partnerships, and inclusive growth.
Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC), Cape Town, South Africa.
11th March 2026
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Unlocking Africa's Immense Potential
Turning
VisionInto Velocity: Building Africa's Ecosystem for Real World Impact
SHAPINGAFRICA’SFUTURE
The Africa Trade Conference (ATC) 2026 is a one-day, action-oriented forum designed to move Africa’s trade agenda from ambition to execution.
Bringing together policymakers, development institutions, financial leaders, global corporations, and African businesses, ATC 2026 focuses on a single question: How do we accelerate Africa’s trade ecosystem to deliver measurable, real-world impact?
The programme is intentionally structured to progress from continental outlooks and policy alignment, through trade finance, payments and infrastructure, to practical execution for SMEs and large enterprises.
Programme Highlights
Programme
Schedule for The Day
This program is preliminary and subject to change
Arrival, Registration, Networking and Exhibition
Kick off your ATC ‘26 experience by checking in and networking with fellow attendees.
Opening Video
Visual introduction to the conference theme and goals.
Welcome Address
Roosevelt Ogbonna highlights the significance of trade finance in Africa’s economic landscape.
Setting the Tone
A distinguished public figure reaffirms the regulator’s commitment to supporting sustainable sector growth.
Keynote Addresses
Africa Trade Outlook 2026: Trends, Risks & Opportunities.
Key Presentation
Building a Connected Africa Through Trade, Payments & Technology
Networking Break / ATC Live Media
Take a break, connect with peers, and exchange ideas in a relaxed setting.
High-Level Ministerial Panel
Policy Harmonization for Continental Trade Velocity.
Panel Discussion
Accelerating Trade Finance & Supply Chain Resilience Across Africa
Networking Lunch and Exhibition Tour
Enjoy a networking lunch while engaging in insightful discussions with fellow participants.
Special Address
Transforming Pan-African Payments for Real-World Impact.
Keynote Presentation
Transforming Pan-African Payments for Real-World Impact.
Panel Discussion
Infrastructure, Logistics & Green Corridors: Reducing the Cost of Trade
Fireside Chat
From Vision to Execution: What It Will Take to Build Africa’s Next Trade Giants.
Networking Break / ATC Live Media
Take a break, connect with peers, and exchange ideas in a relaxed setting.
Panel Discussion
Building Competitive African SMEs for Regional & Global Markets.
Awards Ceremony
The award ceremony celebrates outstanding contributions to African trade, recognizing innovation, leadership, and achievements in advancing regional economic integration.
Closing Remarks and Commitment
Highlight of key conference insights, emphasizing continued collaboration and a promising future.
Networking, ATC Live Media, Departure
Networking fosters connections, marking the end of fruitful discussions.
Why Attend
ATC 2026 is not just a conference, it is a platform for action. Participants can expect:
Register NowClear insights into Africa’s 2026 trade outlook and global positioning
Policy perspectives from key African trade ministries
Practical solutions in trade finance, payments, and logistics
Real-world case studies from African and global enterprises
High-quality networking with decision-makers across the trade value chain
Actionable conversations that extend beyond the conference room
Roosevelt Ogbonna
Hon. Tiroeaone Ntsima
Hon Elizabeth Ofosu-Adjare
Seyi Kumapayi
Wale Tinubu (CON)
Onur Kurson
Mike Ogbalu III
Kafiu Bimpe
Kwabena Ayirebi
Florian Witt
Dr. Kennedy K. Mbokani
Tolu Oyekan
Marcus Wade
George RR. Wilson
Cleola Kunene
Herman Venter
Ms. Mary-Anne Oldfield
Ms. Nathalie Louat
Alfred Idialu
Dr. Isaiah Rathumba
Ms. Ahanna Anaba
Joel D. Ramaphoi
John Ndawula
Namasiku Birk
Hon. Chipoka Mulenga, MP
Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer
Access Bank Plc.
Ministry of Trade and EntrepreneurshipRepublic of Botswana
Minister of Trade, Agribusiness and IndustryRepublic of Ghana
Executive Director, African SubsidiariesAccess Bank Plc.
Group Chief ExecutiveOando Plc.
Executive Vice PresidentMastercard International
Chief Executive Officer,Pan African Payment Settlement System (PAPSS)
Head of SME, African SubsidiariesAccess Bank Plc.
Managing Director, Banking OperationsAfrica Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank)
Divisional Head, International & Corporate Banking, Oddo-BHF BankChairman of the ICC Global Banking Commision.
Director General, Southern AfricaAfrican Development Bank (AfDB)
Managing Director & Partner,Boston Consulting Group (BCG).
Chairman/Chief Executive OfficerAxendo Group
Chief Executive Officer,ARM Alternative Investment Africa Trade Fund
Head of SME Development and Customer Experience (CX)Johannesburg Stock Exchange (JSE)
DHL Express South Africa @ Fiducia Data Services Limited
Chief Commercial OfficerAfrica Global Logistics (AGL)
Global DirectorInternational Finance Corporation (IFC)
Chief Rep OfficerDeutsche Bank
Head of Department,Limpopo Department of Economic Development, Environment and Tourism (LEDET)
Head of Sales and PartnershipFinverity
Permanent Secretary, Ministry of TradeRepublic of Botswana
Vice President, Financial InstitutionsAfrica Finance Corporation (AFC)
Head Coverage for the Southern Africa Regional OfficeTrade and Development Bank (TDB)
Minister of Commerce, Trade and Industry, Zambia
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Speakers
Roosevelt Ogbonna
Managing Director/Chief Executive Officer Access Bank Plc.
Alfred Idialu heads the Sales Department of ODDO BHF Group’s International Banking for Africa, a leading European financial house. Whilst focusing on the coverage of strategic corporate clients and Financial Institutions business in Africa, his business activities span across European corporate banking, global export and trade finance, capital markets and foreign exchange services.
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The Venue
Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC)
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The African Trade Forum Conference, is a landmark event dedicated to advancing Africa's economic transformation under the theme ''Empowering Africa: Through Trade, Innovation, and Sustainable Growth.''
Mr. Roosevelt Ogbonna, FCA, CFA
Managing Director /Chief Executive Officer
