Global Trade Review (GTR) North Africa 2026

Gafta is delighted to be a supporting partner of GTR North Africa 2026, taking place in Cairo on 13-14 October 2026.

Building on the success of GTR Egypt, this expanded regional event will bring together key stakeholders from across North Africa's trade, export and trade finance sectors. The conference will broaden its focus beyond Egypt to explore opportunities across the wider Maghreb region, including Morocco, Tunisia, Algeria and Libya.

Through expert-led discussions, insightful panel sessions and extensive networking opportunities, attendees will gain valuable perspectives on the trends, challenges and opportunities shaping trade across North Africa.

Event Details

📅 Date: 13-14 October 2026
📍 Location: Cairo, Egypt

Why Attend?

GTR North Africa offers an opportunity to connect with the region's leading trade and finance professionals, including:

• 600+ delegates from across the trade and trade finance ecosystem
• 30+ expert speakers sharing market insights and practical experience
• 25+ exhibitors showcasing products and services
• More than five hours of dedicated networking opportunities
• Meeting scheduling and business card exchange functionality
• High-quality content focused on North African trade, exports and investment

Key Themes for 2026

• Regional integration: Exploring the wider Maghreb region and the opportunities created by the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)
• Supply chain resilience: Addressing liquidity constraints, currency volatility and the growth of local manufacturing
• The ECA transition: Positioning North Africa as a leading export credit agency (ECA) hub within the MENA region
• Digitalisation roadmap: Advancing trade through electronic bills of lading, automated compliance and interoperable digital ecosystems
• Sustainable finance: Connecting ESG requirements, including CBAM, with trade finance solutions to unlock investment and liquidity

Complimentary Corporate Passes

Through Gafta's partnership with GTR, a limited number of complimentary corporate passes are available for eligible new registrants from non-financial corporate organisations, including:

• Exporters
• Importers
• Manufacturers
• Distributors
• Traders
• Producers of physical goods

Register Your Interest

To enquire about eligibility and register your interest, please visit: https://www.gtreview.com/gtrnorthafricapromo/

Further Information

For event details, agenda updates and speaker announcements, visit: https://www.gtreview.com/events/mena/gtr-north-africa-2026-cairo/