CATIGS 2026
Canada African Trade Investment Global Summit
Theme: Mobilizing Trade Investment and Partnership for Africa Canada economic transformation
Canada Africa Trade and Investment Global Summit — a premium international platform for investors, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and development partners.
In Alignment with Canada Africa Economic Cooperation Strategy
Event Information
CATIGS 2026 is designed for global business leaders, investors, policymakers, and development partners to build sustainable economic growth through Canada–Africa collaboration.
Date
November 12–14, 2026
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Three days of high-level plenaries, investor roundtables and partnership workshops.
Venue
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Addis International Convention Center — a world-class venue ideal for international trade and investment forums.
Purpose
A Global Platform for Partnership, Prosperity & Sustainable Growth
Strengthen economic cooperation and unlock new opportunities between Canada and African markets.
Countdown to CATIGS 2026
Prepare for three days of global trade leadership.
Track the time remaining until CATIGS 2026 and get ready to join global investors, policymakers and entrepreneurs for partnership-building conversations.
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About CATIGS
CATIGS 2026 serves as a strategic bridge between Canada and Africa.
CATIGS 2026 brings together government leaders, investors, policymakers, entrepreneurs, innovators, and trade organizations to create sustainable opportunities for trade expansion, investment collaboration, innovation exchange, and economic development.
Who attends
- • Government leaders
- • Investors
- • Policymakers
- • Business executives
Value delivered
- • SMEs & entrepreneurs
- • Development agencies
- • Trade organizations
- • Financial institutions
Strategic alignment
Stronger economic cooperation for a shared future.
The summit focuses on partnership building, investment readiness, innovation exchange, and sustainable development across Canada and Africa.
Partner Organizations
Impact Focus
Trade, investment, infrastructure, sustainability, women empowerment, and youth leadership.
Why attend
Join CATIGS 2026 to accelerate trade, investment and collaboration.
Connect
Meet leaders, investors, policymakers, and industry experts from Canada and Africa.
Explore Opportunities
Discover new markets, partnerships, and investment opportunities.
Economic Growth
Support stronger and more resilient Canada-Africa economic partnerships.
Networking
Build strategic relationships with global business and government stakeholders.
Innovation
Explore emerging technologies, sustainable initiatives, and innovation-driven growth.
Key focus areas
Driving Canada–Africa trade, investment and sustainable development.
Trade & Commerce
Global market access and bilateral trade frameworks.
Investment & Finance
Finance solutions for cross-border growth.
Infrastructure Development
Project partnerships in transport, logistics, and industrial hubs.
Renewable Energy
Clean energy, power systems, and sustainable infrastructure.
Agriculture & Food Security
Agri-value chains, food systems, and export readiness.
Technology & Innovation
Digital trade, fintech, and innovation ecosystems.
Manufacturing
Value-add production and industrial collaboration.
Mining & Natural Resources
Responsible resource investment and supply chain partnerships.
Women Entrepreneurship
Accelerating women-led leadership, access and inclusion.
Youth Empowerment
Emerging leaders, startups and future-ready business models.
Sustainable Development
ESG, climate resilience, and long-term impact strategies.
International Partnerships
Cross-border alliances for scalable global growth.
Speakers
Government officials, CEOs, investors and development experts.
- Minister of Trade — Government official leading Canada–Africa economic cooperation
- Global Investment CEO — Investor focused on sustainable infrastructure and trade partnerships
- Development Expert — Advisor on women entrepreneurship, youth empowerment and ESG alignment
Leaders
Meet Our Leaders
Dr Olufemi Adegun
Chairman
Ameile Haile
Co-Chair
Dr Esther Oluwatoyin Kayode
Fundraising Committee Chairperson
Kumesh Dejene
Local Organizing Chair
Sponsor Showcase
Trusted by leading organizations across Canada and Africa.
Partnership & Sponsorship Opportunities
Gain visibility among decision-makers from Canada and Africa.
Join CATIGS 2026 as a strategic partner or sponsor and connect with global business leaders, investors, policymakers, and trade stakeholders.
Global Brand Exposure
Showcase your organization to a premium international audience.
Direct Access to Investors
Engage with investors in private deal room sessions.
Speaking Opportunities
Position your leaders on high-profile plenaries and panels.
Media Visibility
Benefit from summit press coverage and digital amplification.
Sponsorship benefits
- • Global Brand Exposure
- • Direct Access to Investors
- • Networking Opportunities
- • Speaking Opportunities
- • Business Matchmaking
- • Media Visibility
Contact
Stay connected with CATIGS 2026.
Get the latest event details, partnership updates, and registration support from the CATIGS team.
Website
www.infocatigs.com
catigs@infocatigs.com
Phone
+1 647 530 4037
Hashtag
#CATIGS2026
Partners
Supported by ATESCA and AWIP
ATESCA
African Trade and Export Supermarket Canada
AWIP
Africa Women in Processing
Canada Africa Economic Cooperation
Strategic alignment and global market acceleration.
Global Trade Partners
Unlocking investment, innovation and sustainable growth.