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Register Today and Secure Your Hotel
AfrICANDO 2026
Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria
November 17-19, 2026
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Register now for AfrICANDO 2026 and secure your hotel for this premier U.S.–Africa trade and investment event. Join major delegations, business leaders, and government officials in Umuahia to network and collaborate.
Confirm your attendance early to receive personalized support and a seamless experience. If you are coming from a non-ECOWAS country, contact Team AfrICANDO now for visa support and travel arrangements.
Join this dynamic gathering in Abia State, forge new commercial partnerships, strengthen intra–African connectivity, and discover emerging opportunities across the continent.
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Abia Gears Up for AfriCANDO 2026
Set To Showcase State to the World
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By Ferdinand Ekeoma, Special Adviser to the Governor, Dr. Alex Otti, Abia State on Media and Publicity
October 23, 2026
Abia State, Nigeria
In a strategic move to showcase its economic potential, attract investments and strengthen its global business connections, the Abia State Government is gearing up to host the 2026 edition of AfrICANDO, the U.S.–Africa Trade and Investment Conference and Expo, from November 17 to 19, 2026, at the International Conference Centre,
Umuahia. Dr. Alex Otti, Governor (left), and
Pastor Caleb Ajagba, Ph.D., Chief
of Staff, Abia State
The event, which will bring together government officials, business leaders, investors, policymakers, development institutions and other stakeholders from the United States and Africa, is expected to provide Abia with an international platform to present its investment opportunities and position itself as an emerging destination for trade, innovation and industrial development.
AfrICANDO 2026 is being hosted by the Abia State Government through the Abia State Diaspora Commission and co-organised by the Foundation for Democracy in Africa (FDA) and the Abia Global Chamber of Commerce.
The conference, which returns to the African continent, is themed “Deepening U.S.–Africa Commercial Ties in the Era of AfCFTA.” It is designed to strengthen commercial cooperation, promote cross-border trade and investment, and explore opportunities arising from the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
The conference will provide a unique opportunity for Abia State to showcase its economic potential to the international community, establish strategic partnerships and attract investors to its productive sectors.
AfrICANDO 2026 will feature plenary sessions, policy forums, sector-specific workshops, business-to-business matchmaking, exhibitions and the Medal of Glory Awards (MOGA) Gala Dinner. The activities are expected to facilitate meaningful engagement among public and private-sector stakeholders while encouraging partnerships capable of generating sustainable economic benefits. Read more
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Special Invitation to Participate in AfrICANDO 2026
Unlock Africa's Next Generation of Investment Opportunities at AfrICANDO 2026!
Join global investors, private equity firms, venture capital funds, technology companies, financial institutions, development partners, and business leaders at AfrICANDO 2026 U.S.-Africa Trade and Investment Conference & Expo and Medal of Glory Award (MOGA) Gala Dinner, November 17-19, 2026, in Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria.
Explore high-impact investment, partnership, and market growth opportunities across:
- Petroleum, Energy & Gas
- Solid Minerals & Mining
- Agriculture & Agro-Processing
- Healthcare & Life Sciences
- Banking, Finance & Insurance
- Education & Workforce Development
- Transportation & Logistics
- Infrastructure Development
- Artificial Intelligence, Technology & Digital Innovation
Participate in:
- Curated B2B matchmaking sessions
- Closed-door public-private investment negotiations
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Strategic government and business engagement forums
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Investor roundtables and deal discussions
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Sector-specific partnership meetings
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Project and industrial site visits
Meet decision-makers, government officials, project sponsors, investors, innovators, and business executives seeking strategic partnerships and investment capital.
Take this chance to access bankable projects, investment-ready enterprises, policymakers, and strategic partners shaping Africa's future.
Register today to position your organization at the forefront of U.S.-Africa trade, investment, innovation, and economic transformation.
AfrICANDO 2026: Connect. Invest. Partner. Prosper.
November 17-19, 2026 | Umuahia, Abia State, Nigeria
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AfrICANDO 2026
Deal Room (Select Opportunities)
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Why and Who Should Attend
AfrICANDO 2026
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Why Attend?
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Identify new opportunities and markets for your business: Create business linkages, foster partnerships, and increase sales.
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Expert-Led Panels & Workshops: Gain insights from global experts on critical sectors that drive African trade and investment, including market trends and regulatory changes.
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Collaborative Discussions: Participate in pioneering conversations on shaping the future of intra-Africa trade and investment and of trade and investment relations between the U.S. and Africa.
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Networking Opportunities: Engage with industry leaders, investors, and policymakers from Africa and the U.S. to discuss potential collaborations, gain industry insights, and form valuable connections.
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Build Long-Term Partnerships: Meet decision-makers, explore new opportunities, and create valuable connections that can lead to future ventures.
Who Should Attend?
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Business Leaders & Entrepreneurs desiring to explore new opportunities in cross-border and U.S.-Africa trade.
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Investors looking to tap into high-growth sectors in both regions.
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Government Officials striving to strengthen bilateral trade and investment relations.
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Industry Professionals from the focus sectors, i.e., transportation, banking, agriculture, technology, manufacturing, and education.
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High-Ranking Executives seeking to expand their businesses globally.
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AGOA CSO Network
Membership
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The AGOA Civil Society Network is a consortium of non-governmental organizations, (NGOs) and other groups in the United States and Africa working to facilitate the successful application of the AGOA trade bill for the benefit of small business in the US, and Africa.
The Network was established by the 102 member organizations from the United States, Mauritius, South Africa, Nigeria, Kenya, Namibia, Mali, Lesotho and the Democratic Republic of Congo that were in attendance during the AGOA Civil Society Forum on January 17, 2003, in Phoenix, Mauritius.
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The AGOA CSO Network's focus is on increasing the volume and quality of African exports under AGOA and educating stakeholders on both sides of the Atlantic Ocean on this trade policy and its advantages.
Become part of the solution by joining, today! click here!!!
Our heartfelt thanks to those of you that have already joined and or renewed your
membership!!! We appreciate you and your support!
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