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Togo, AfCFTA Secretariat reschedules Biashara Afrika to March 30 to April 1, 2026

Government of the Republic of Togo and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat have announced the rescheduling of the third edition of the Biashara Afrika Forum, the AfCFTA’s flagship continental trade and investment platform.

The Biashara Afrika Forum, originally slated for November 3–5, 2025, will now take place from March 30 to April 1, 2026, at the Palais des Congrès de Lomé, Togo.

The Biashara Afrika Forum brings together traders, business leaders, policymakers, and investors from across Africa to strengthen intra-African trade and deepen economic integration under the AfCFTA framework.

The AfCFTA Secretariat and the Government of Togo expressed regret for any inconvenience the new schedule may cause, while extending appreciation to stakeholders across the continent for their continued commitment and support and patronage of the flagship continental business forum as preparations are made to convene another successful Biashara Afrika in 2026.

The Forum provides a high-level platform for policy dialogue, trade facilitation, and investment promotion, offering opportunities for both public and private sector actors to explore strategies for effective AfCFTA implementation.

The AfCFTA, a flagship initiative of the African Union’s Agenda 2063, seeks to create a single continental market for goods and services, enabling free movement of businesspersons and investments, and paving the way for accelerated industrialization and sustainable development across Africa.

Further details on the 2026 edition of Biashara Afrika will be announced in the coming months.