Trade Fair
The 139th Canton Fair opened in Guangzhou on April 15, setting records despite Middle East tensions disrupting travel. It features over 32,000 companies, 75,700 booths and a 1.55 million square metre area. Exporters voice concerns over geopolitical risks affecting Europe and emerging markets.
Imeripotiwa na AI
The 57th edition of CIFF Guangzhou opens on March 18, 2026, at the Canton Fair Complex in Guangzhou Pazhou, China, featuring over 4,900 exhibitors across 850,000 square metres. The event's Phase 1 focuses on home living sectors under the theme 'CONNECT · CREATE', exploring nine key concepts that reflect global shifts in design. These include Oriental Aesthetics, Natural Healing, and AI + Design, emphasizing craftsmanship, technology, and inclusive living.
Ambassador Selma Malika Haddadi emphasized 'Made in Africa Must Matter' during promotions for the Fourth Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2025) in Algiers. The event focuses on industrialization, innovation, and economic integration. It calls for greater belief in African products and partnerships.