GTR Africa Cape Town

GTR Africa is one of the most prominent international conferences focused on trade and trade finance across the African continent. It is organized by Global Trade Review (GTR), an independent publishing and events company that has been hosting leading global events in the field of international trade finance since 2002.

Held annually in Cape Town, the African edition takes place at the state-of-the-art Cape Town International Convention Centre (CTICC). Africa is increasingly positioning itself not only as a supplier of raw materials but also as a strategic player in global trade—with growing relevance for investors, financial institutions, and policymakers.

Each year, the conference brings together key stakeholders from banking, government, industry, trade, fintech, and development organizations. It stands out for its strong focus on current macroeconomic trends, geopolitical developments, and innovative financial and supply chain solutions—always with a view to the unique challenges and opportunities of the African market.

GTR Africa covers a wide range of highly relevant topics: from the financing of exports, imports, and commodities to supply chain management, digitalization, and infrastructure and project finance in sectors such as energy, transportation, and social development. A special emphasis is placed on commodity finance—particularly in agricultural products and mineral resources—as well as on promoting agri-tech innovation and regional industrialization within the framework of intra-African trade.

The exhibition showcases a diverse array of products and services, including financial instruments, digital solutions for trade and working capital management, consulting services, and models for project and infrastructure finance. The event serves as a central platform for knowledge exchange and networking, attracting not only leading financial institutions, commodity traders, and tech firms but also policymakers and investors committed to driving Africa’s economic development.

The choice of Cape Town as host city is deliberate: the South African metropolis is recognized as a key economic and logistical hub, offering excellent infrastructure and international connectivity. The centrally located CTICC is within walking distance of the city center and just minutes from the international airport—making Cape Town the ideal venue for an event of global significance.

As part of GTR’s global event series in the world’s major economic centers, GTR Africa offers a highly specialized platform for anyone seeking not only to observe but actively shape the African market. For those looking to stay at the forefront of African trade, this conference is an unmissable date on the international events calendar.

The GTR Africa will take place on 2 days from Thursday, 12. March to Friday, 13. March 2026 in Cape Town.