Afreximbank is a Pan-African multilateral institution specialising in financing and promoting both intra-African and extra-African trade. It provides trade finance solutions to support African businesses, facilitates export development to help industries access international markets, and promotes intra-African trade through tailored financial products and initiatives. Additionally, Afreximbank supports industrialisation to drive economic growth and offers advisory services to strengthen the trade capabilities of African governments and businesses. Through these efforts, Afreximbank stimulates economic development for its 66 member countries across Africa and the Caribbean.
Recognising the growing role of sub-national governments in regional trade and development, Afreximbank launched AfSNET. This network connects governors, premiers, mayors, and other sub-sovereign leaders to support AfCFTA implementation, boost intra-African trade and economic cooperation at the local level, share knowledge, collaborate on policy development, and access Afreximbank’s financial and technical support services tailored to their unique developmental needs.
The Southern Africa Local Government Association (SALGA), representing local government authorities across Southern Africa, has been a key ally in strengthening sub-national engagement in Africa’s trade and integration agenda. Its partnership with Afreximbank was notably highlighted during the 3rd AfSNET Conference, where local government leaders discussed unlocking the potential of intra-African trade through grassroots governance structures.
The 5th AfSNET Investment Conference will be held alongside the Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) from 4–10 September 2025 in Algiers, Algeria. Afreximbank and SALGA aim to mobilise participation of Southern Africa local governments, encourage Pavilion and exhibition space uptake, and showcase the trade, investment, and innovation potential of sub-sovereigns in Southern Africa.
Organised by Afreximbank in collaboration with the African Union Commission and the AfCFTA Secretariat, IATF2025 is Africa’s leading trade and investment platform. It will feature over 2,000 exhibitors, attract 35,000+ visitors from more than 140 countries, and facilitate over US$44 billion in trade and investment deals.
Key verticals include: Trade Exhibition, Trade & Investment Forum, CANEX Programme, B2B and B2G Platform, Special Days, IATF Virtual, Africa Automotive Show, Diaspora Day, African Research and Innovation Platform, AU Youth Start-up Programme, and AfSNET.
The webinar seeks to increase awareness of AfSNET among SALGA members, mobilise participation in IATF2025, provide guidance on leveraging Afreximbank’s products and services, and reinforce the Afreximbank–SALGA collaboration.
| Time (GMT+3) | Session | Speaker/Facilitator |
|---|---|---|
| 12:00 – 12:05 | Welcome and Introduction | Moderator: Ms. Cynthia Chukwukere |
| 12:05 – 12:10 | Welcome and Opening Remarks | Gainmore Zanamwe, Director – Trade Facilitation & Investment Promotion, Afreximbank |
| 12:10 – 12:15 | Opening Remarks by SALGA | — |
| 12:15 – 12:35 | Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF2025) | Mr. Hillary Kumwenda, Senior Manager – Trade Facilitation & Investment Promotion |
| 12:35 – 12:50 | The 5th AfSNET Investment Conference | Mrs. Matimba Changala, Manager – Trade Facilitation & Investment Promotion |
| 12:50 – 12:55 | Update on Mobilisation & Pavilion Confirmation | Mr. Mxolisi Monchu, Specialist – Economic Development, SALGA |
| 12:55 – 13:10 | State Feedback / Q&A | All Participants |
| 13:10 – 13:15 | Closing Remarks and Next Steps | Afreximbank & SALGA |
AFREXIMBANK
Mrs. Matimba Changala – Manager, Trade Facilitation & Investment Promotion
Email: mchangala@afreximbank.com | Tel: +201098330882
Mrs. Cynthia Chukwukere – Assistant Manager, Trade Facilitation & Investment Promotion
Email: cchukwukere@afreximbank.com | Tel: +201050828897
SOUTHERN AFRICA LOCAL GOVERNMENT ASSOCIATION (SALGA)
Mr. Mxolisi Monchu – Specialist, Economic Development
Email: mmchunu@salga.org.za
