International Trade & Commerce Committee
Trading Across Africa and Beyond
The International Trade & Commerce Committee of Make in Africa helps members navigate trade within Africa and with the wider world. Its members bring cross-border trade experience from across the continent, with links to diplomatic missions, trade organisations and foreign business delegations. Through advice, training and partnerships, it opens opportunities for exporters, importers and manufacturers, with a focus on intra-African trade under AfCFTA and on selling processed goods, not raw materials.
Our Vision
Making Africa a Trading Partner of Choice
To make Africa a destination for investment, a source of quality products and services, and a respected partner in international trade on fair terms.
Our Mission
Driving Trade in Made Goods
- Promote Trade: Help members grow intra-African and international business.
- Provide Advisory Services: Support existing and prospective exporters and importers with practical guidance.
- Build Alliances: Foster relationships through collaboration with diplomatic and trade missions.
- Policy Advocacy: Carry the challenges of exporters and importers to governments and partners, including tariff escalation and unfair standards.
- Raise Africa’s Profile: Show the continent as a place to invest, make and buy.
What We Do?
Facilitating Trade Success
- Advisory Services: Offer practical guidance to exporters and importers to improve competitiveness.
- Training Programmes: Organise seminars and workshops on trade rules and opportunities.
- Policy Engagement: Carry industry concerns to national, regional and continental bodies.
- Networking Events: Host joint events with foreign trade missions and one-on-one meetings with international delegates.
- Support Services: Guide members on trade documentation and refer them to the authorised bodies, such as chambers, customs authorities and embassies, for certificates of origin and visas.
Broad Activities and Key Highlights
- Organise member visits to explore new markets, technologies and partners.
- Share business enquiries and opportunities with members.
- Encourage member participation in major trade events in Africa and abroad.
- Advocate for infrastructure improvements that boost trade competitiveness.
Why Join the International Trade & Commerce Committee?
- Expand Your Network: Connect with trade leaders, diplomatic officials and international businesses.
- Access Expert Advice: Stay informed on trade rules and opportunities.
- Promote Your Business: Use our platforms to show your offer to buyers and investors.
Unlock Trade Opportunities
Join the International Trade & Commerce Committee to grow your business across Africa and beyond, and help shape fair trade rules. Become a member and take your business beyond borders.
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- Australia China Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia India Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia India Seafood Industry Council (AISIC)
- Australia India Free Trade and Seafood Industry Advisory Group (AIFTSIAG)
- Australia Qatar Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia Saudi Arabia Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia Turkiye Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia UAE Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia USA Chamber of Trade, Commerce and Industry
- Australia Singapore Chamber of Trade, Commerce, and Industry
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The Make In Africa Global Summit (MIAGS) is a global platform connecting leaders, businesses, investors, institutions and policymakers shaping the next era of economic growth across the Global South and Africa.
MIAGS advances South–South cooperation, trade, investment, industrialization, technology, infrastructure and economic resilience, creating platforms for dialogue, strategic partnerships and cross-border opportunities.
Our mission is to strengthen the Global South and Africa’s role in the global economy by connecting capital with opportunity, innovation with markets and economic priorities with action—while fostering a more connected, productive and influential economic future.