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Exhibition
Country showcases, product demonstrations and a living marketplace for African and European businesses.
From Exhibitionto Business.
African Essence Promotions convenes the International Trade & B2B Matchmaking Fair, a platform where African and European companies are deliberately matched with buyers, distributors, financiers and partners.
Fostering Intra-African Trade and Connecting Africa to Global Markets
- 01Exhibit
- 02Match
- 03Meet
- 04Negotiate
- 05Trade
- 06Invest
- 07Grow
Who we are
A trade platform built for commercial relationships, not crowd counts.
African Essence Promotions is a trade and business promotion platform established to open meaningful commercial relationships between businesses across Africa and international markets.
Africa has growing manufacturing, agricultural, creative and service sectors, yet many companies still struggle to find reliable buyers, distributors, financiers and partners. The AEP Fair is designed to go beyond the traditional exhibition model.
“Tell us what you sell and who you want to meet. We will help you find them.”
Target markets
Africa, Europe & the world
Manufacturers, buyers, investors, governments and associations in one room.
The Fair
International Trade & B2B Matchmaking Fair
Exhibitors do not simply display products. They are matched with potential buyers, distributors, financiers, investors and strategic partners, then supported after the Fair until deals can be measured.
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B2B Matchmaking
Pre-arranged meetings that pair what you sell with the buyers, distributors and partners you actually need.
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Buyer–Seller Meetings
Qualified conversations with importers, retailers, hotel groups, government buyers and wholesale networks.
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Finance & Investment Forum
Direct access to banks, DFIs, private equity, fintech and investors seeking real African opportunities.
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Networking
Delegations, chambers, associations and cultural moments that turn introductions into lasting trade.
African markets
GhanaNigeriaCôte d’IvoireTogoSenegalKenyaRwandaSouth Africa+ wider Africa
European markets
United KingdomFranceGermanyItalyTurkey+ wider Europe
Exhibition gallery
From previous AEP exhibitions
Moments from the Intra-African Trade and Cultural Fair 2026. Open an album to see the official photography.
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Intra-African Trade and Cultural Fair
Exhibition floor and country pavilions
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Intra-African Trade and Cultural Fair
Buyer walkthroughs and marketplace
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Intra-African Trade and Cultural Fair
Leadership and programme sessions
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Intra-African Trade and Cultural Fair
Delegations and opening conversations
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Intra-African Trade and Cultural Fair
Product showcases and trade stands
The AEP difference
Matchmaking is the centre of the Fair.
Each company tells us what they offer, the markets they want, the buyers they need, and whether they seek finance, distribution or a joint venture. AEP then makes the introductions.
Agricultural machinery
→Commercial farms, cooperatives, agribusinesses and government programmes
Financial institutions
→SMEs, manufacturers, farmers, importers, exporters and investors
Textile & cloth makers
→Fashion houses, garment factories, brands and corporate uniform buyers
Food manufacturers
→Hotels, restaurants, caterers, supermarkets and wholesale distributors
European manufacturers
→African importers, distributors, agents and large corporate buyers
African manufacturers
→European buyers, wholesalers, retailers and market-entry partners
Sectors
Who the Fair is built for
Agriculture & Agribusiness
Machinery, irrigation, greenhouses, seeds, fertiliser, agro-processing and food exporters.
Manufacturing
Textiles, garments, packaging, furniture, construction materials, plastics and industrial equipment.
Food & Hospitality
Food and beverage makers, distributors, catering, hotels, restaurants and food-service suppliers.
Financial Services
Commercial banks, DFIs, investment houses, fintech, insurance, private equity and venture capital.
Technology
E-commerce, business software, manufacturing tech, agritech, logistics platforms and digital solutions.
Energy, Health & Industry
Renewables, logistics, construction, healthcare, pharmaceuticals, beauty, mining, automotive and tourism.
Proposed structure
Three days. One commercial arc.
Exhibitions, country pavilions, cultural experiences and the AEP digital trade platform continue throughout.
Day 01
Opening & Exhibition
- Official opening
- Country showcases
- Product demonstrations
- First networking sessions
Day 02
B2B Matchmaking
- Pre-arranged buyer–seller meetings
- Distributor and agent meetings
- Import and export conversations
- Manufacturer partnerships
Day 03
Investment & Business Forum
- Finance Forum
- Investment presentations
- Government opportunities
- Partnership closing discussions
For exhibitors
Market access with meetings attached.
- Buyer connections, pre-arranged meetings with customers who already fit your offer.
- Distribution, agents and distributors across African and European markets.
- Investment, conversations with financiers seeking working capital, trade finance and expansion capital.
- Brand, visibility among decision-makers, delegations and government institutions.
For partners & sponsors
A Pan-African platform with follow-through.
- Brand visibility across an international campaign.
- Direct access to businesses and decision-makers.
- Speaking, hosting and networking opportunities.
- Association with a platform that measures deals after the Fair, not just attendance.
Expected outcomes
New supplier–buyer relationships
Import and export opportunities
Distribution agreements
Financing and investment
Joint ventures
Technology partnerships
Manufacturing agreements
New market-entry routes
Register interest
Africa trades with Africa, and Africa connects with the world.
Exhibitors, buyers, investors, sponsors and government institutions are invited to start a conversation with AEP.
- Address
- EC 5355 Modena Street, GK-07524-23444, Oyibi
P.O. Box CE 11247, Tema, Ghana