The African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) is set to convene one of the most strategic economic gatherings on the continent this year, as it hosts the 32nd Annual Meetings (AAM2025) from June 25 to 27, 2025, in Abuja, Nigeria. This high-profile event is expected to mobilize billions of dollars in trade and investment deals, forge crucial public-private partnerships, and catalyse long-term development in Africa’s key strategic sectors.
Afreximbank announced that AAM2025 will focus on delivering transformative economic outcomes by fostering inclusive trade, regional cooperation, and sustainable investments across Africa and the Caribbean. Themed “Building the Future on Decades of Resilience,” the meetings will aim to chart a new course for African economies through innovation, infrastructure, and policy alignment.
Described by Afreximbank President and Board Chairman, Prof. Benedict Oramah, as a timely intervention amid global economic uncertainties, AAM2025 will bring together a powerful coalition of stakeholders including Heads of State, central bank governors, business leaders, academics, development partners, and policy experts from over 80 countries.
“This year’s meetings are not just about dialogue—they’re about action,” Oramah stated. “We are building stronger institutions and trade systems to unlock Africa’s potential and shape its future. With the support of our partners, especially President Bola Ahmed Tinubu and the Federal Government of Nigeria, we are prepared to deliver measurable impact.”
The bank highlighted that the event will serve as a springboard for advancing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), modernizing cross-border payment systems, improving infrastructure financing, and enhancing Africa-Caribbean economic ties through tourism, trade, and digital connectivity.
One of the key outcomes expected from AAM2025 is the signing of landmark trade and investment agreements spanning sectors such as manufacturing, energy, health, agriculture, and technology. These deals are projected to inject billions into regional economies and support the growth of Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs), which are critical to employment and innovation.
The event will also promote inclusive growth through policies that lower the cost of doing business, especially for local entrepreneurs and cross-border traders. By enhancing private sector participation in regional policy dialogues, AAM2025 aims to create a more enabling environment for African-led development.
A stellar lineup of dignitaries and experts has confirmed attendance. Among them are President Bola Ahmed Tinubu, former President Olusegun Obasanjo, Ambassador Albert Muchanga of the African Union, and global economist Professor Jeffrey Sachs. Others include Dr. Kishore Mahbubani, Aliko Dangote, Tony Elumelu, Professor Ghulam Mufti, and former Jamaican Prime Minister P.J. Patterson.
This diverse participation reflects a growing recognition of Africa’s role in global economic recovery and South-South cooperation.
AAM2025 builds on the momentum of last year’s annual meetings held in The Bahamas. The 2024 edition set a new benchmark in forging economic cooperation between African and Caribbean states, and this year’s event is poised to deepen those ties with actionable outcomes.
With thousands of delegates, investors, and media representatives expected in Abuja, the event underscores Nigeria’s position as a strategic hub for continental leadership and investment dialogue.
As Africa navigates its way through global economic headwinds, climate challenges, and the digital transformation era, platforms like AAM2025 serve as crucial turning points for charting a sustainable and inclusive future. Through Afreximbank’s leadership and commitment, the meetings promise to unlock trade, empower the private sector, and build a resilient Africa capable of driving its own growth narrative.