Deutsche Partners Holding (DPH) has announced its successful participation in the Intra-African Trade Fair 2025 (IATF2025), which concluded in Algiers, Algeria, yielding unprecedented outcomes that strengthen Africa’s economic integration agenda.
From the centre is Peter Olowononi-Regional Head, and Ms. Gwen Mwaba, MD, Trade Finance. And Other Members of the South East Development Commission.
The event, organised by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration with the African Union and the Secretariat of the African Continental Free Trade Agreement (AfCFTA), resulted in the signing of trade and investment agreements worth $48.3 billion. This marks the highest achievement since the fair’s inception.
More than 112,000 attendees, both in-person and virtual, from 132 countries participated in the fair, alongside 958 qualified buyers and 2,148 exhibitors representing various sectors. The week-long program, held from September 4 to September 10, 2025, included trade exhibitions, investment forums, the Africa Automotive Show, the Creative Africa Nexus (CANEX) focused on arts and culture, and several country-specific sessions.
A Speech given by the Chairman of the Advisory Council
A key highlight of IATF2025 was the leadership of H.E. Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, the former President of Nigeria, who served as the Chairman of the Advisory Council. His guidance and advocacy emphasised the importance of utilising the AfCFTA framework to enhance intra-African trade and promote economic independence throughout the continent.
DPH collaborated with global and African stakeholders to explore opportunities for partnership, investment structuring, and advisory services. The company highlighted its ability to assist businesses in raising capital through Afreximbank and other financial platforms. DPH offers advisory solutions aimed at connecting African enterprises with essential funding to help them grow their operations.
Dr. Onuoha Nnachi, the Managing Partner of Deutsche Partners Holding (DPH), spoke about the company’s participation, stating:
“Our engagement at IATF2025 demonstrates Deutsche Partners Holding’s commitment to supporting Africa’s growth story. We commend the visionary leadership of H.E. Chief Olusegun Obasanjo, whose role as Chairman of the Advisory Council has been instrumental in the success of this event. By collaborating with institutions like Afreximbank, we are well-positioned to assist businesses in unlocking funding opportunities, scaling their operations, and contributing to sustainable economic development.”
In addition to signing significant agreements, the organizers announced the establishment of the Intra-African Trade Fair Company (IATFCO), a treaty-based organization that will be headquartered in Harare, Zimbabwe. This move aims to institutionalize the fair. Notably, Nigeria was revealed as the host nation for the next edition of the fair, IATF2027, which will take place in Lagos.
DPH’s participation in IATF2025 underscores its strategic goal of playing a vital role in advancing trade facilitation, capital mobilisation, and economic development across Africa, with a specific focus on leveraging Nigeria’s upcoming role as the host for IATF2027.
