Grenada- The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in a partnership with the Government of Grenada, has announced the fourth edition the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF2025).
This will be held in St. George’s, Grenada from 28 to 29 July 2025 under the theme; “Resilience and Transformation: Enhancing Africa-Caribbean Economic Cooperation in an Era of Global Uncertainty.”
According to the statements of the office of the Prime Minister of Grenada’s post that they posted on their social media platforms, the ACTIF2025 is the Afreximbank’s flagship initiative to drive commercial, economic and cultural ties between Africa and the Caribbean. It will be build the momentum of the previous three Forums and further promote the trade and investment potential between the regions.
As estimated by The International Trade Centre (ITC) the AfriCaribbean trade could reach USD$1.8 billion by 2028. Also mentioning that this growth is possible due to the crucial role of public and private partners and channelling investment into multiple sectors including the minerals and metals, processed foods and transportation. Connecting the opportunity with capital and market information can positively impact the economies of Africa and CARICOM region.
The prime minister of Grenada, Dickon Mitchell also mentioned by saying, “ACTIF is a clarion call for unity, enterprise and a reimagined global role for our people. United in spirit in the pursuit of economic prosperity and mutual respect — the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum brings our shared vision for African-Caribbean unity to life through economic transformation, trade expansion and investment cooperation.”
Professor Benedict Oramah, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors of Afreximbank, said: “In today’s turbulent global economic environment, it is more urgent than ever for Africa and the Caribbean to strengthen their economic ties. Despite deep historical and cultural bonds, our regions continue to trade less than 1% of their exports with each other — a stark reminder of untapped potential. ACTIF was established to change that. Through strategic partnerships, enhanced logistics, and greater access to capital, we are laying the foundations for a resilient transatlantic economic corridor that can drive inclusive growth, job creation, and sustainable development on both sides. ACTIF2025 is not merely a forum for business — it is a platform for rewriting the future of Afri-Caribbean economic relations, grounded in solidarity, shared values, and a common vision of prosperity.”
He further noted about the groundbreaking of the Afreximbank African Trade Centre (AATC) in Bridgetown, Barbados on 27th march also had a significant milestone in the bank’s long-term commitment to the region. In his words, “The AATC will be a gateway for Africa-Caribbean trade and investment, offering a home for African businesses in the Caribbean and opening doors for Caribbean entrepreneurs to Africa. I urge all ACTIF stakeholders to seize this moment to transform vision into action.”
As expected in their vision, they are planning to welcome about a thousand delegates including the Heads of the State, senior government officials, leaders of the private sector, developing financial institutions and Diaspora investors from all over the Africa, Caribbean and beyond them.
They have invited the Stakeholders from both the public and private sectors including investors and entrepreneurs, multilateral institutions and the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) to register and attend their program so that trade, investment and networking opportunities could be explored, apart from that they could obtain information about doing business in the Caribbean along with Africa and contribute in building a resilient and prosperous Africa-Caribbean trade corridor.
The Forum promises to spotlight key sectors like agribusiness, energy, infrastructure development, logistics, creative industries, tourism, health, manufacturing, and financial services, promoting regional value chains and facilitating trade and investment to unlock these opportunities.
Participants can look forward to business to business (B2B) and Business to Government (B2G) meetings, policy dialogues, sector-focused panels, investment showcases, gain access to financing facilities, high-level panel discussions, exhibitions, business network session, and explore trade and investment opportunities.
