The African Export-Import Bank has signed a host country agreement with the Government of Saint Kitts and Nevis for the fifth edition of the AfriCaribbean Trade and Investment Forum (ACTIF2026), reinforcing efforts to deepen economic ties between Africa and the Caribbean.
The forum is scheduled to take place from July 29–31, 2026, at the St. Kitts Marriott Beach Resort, Casino & Spa in the capital, Basseterre.
Commenting on the agreement, George Elombi, President and Chairman of Afreximbank, said the upcoming edition will bring together stakeholders from across Africa and the Caribbean to advance shared development priorities and strengthen economic cooperation.
He emphasized that ACTIF2026 will focus on identifying priority projects and accelerating their implementation to support long-term growth and self-reliance.
Prime Minister Terrance Drew said hosting the forum underscores the country’s commitment to expanding trade and investment links with Africa.
He described the event as a platform to unlock new opportunities for businesses and position the federation as a gateway for investment and enterprise within the region.
ACTIF2026 is expected to convene government officials, investors, private sector leaders, development finance institutions, and diaspora stakeholders. The agenda will include panel discussions on regional trade, investment opportunities, and initiatives aimed at strengthening Africa–Caribbean economic integration.
Organised by Afreximbank, ACTIF has evolved into a key platform for mobilising capital and fostering partnerships between the two regions. The 2025 edition resulted in five deals worth $291.25 million across three Caribbean countries, spanning trade finance, corporate finance, project preparation, and export development.
Afreximbank has also been expanding its footprint in the Caribbean. Since opening its office in Bridgetown two years ago, the bank has approved more than $700 million in financing across the CARICOM region, supporting projects ranging from climate adaptation and tourism to SMEs and energy development.
