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Addis Chamber Schedules Annual Trade Fair for Late April


Addis Chamber Schedules Annual Trade Fair for Late April

The Addis Abeba Chamber of Commerce & Sectoral Associations (AACCSA) is set to host the 27th Addis Chamber International Trade Fair, scheduled to open on April 23, 2026, at the Addis Abeba Exhibition Centre. Running through April 25 under the theme “Sustainable Trade, Competitive Ethiopia,” the event is positioned as a platform for business linkages and the transfer of foreign technology. This year’s theme reflects a shift toward sustainable economic practices, aimed at strengthening the competitiveness of Ethiopian products in a more environmentally conscious international market. The ceremony is expected to draw senior government officials, members of the diplomatic corps, and representatives from local and international business communities. A key focus of the 27th edition is the inclusion of young entrepreneurs, providing access to investors and global industry players. For the business community navigating macroeconomic shifts and exchange rate liberalisation, the fair arrives at a critical juncture. It offers a central marketplace for companies to showcase innovations and for the Chamber to advocate for member interests.

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