Algeria Secures $11.4 Billion at IATF 2025, Cementing Role as African Trade Hub

Algeria has concluded a decisive week on the African economic stage. From September 4 to 10, Algiers hosted the 4th Intra-African Trade Fair (IATF 2025), sealing more than $48.3 billion in deals, including $11.4 billion for Algeria.

The event transformed the Algerian capital into a continental hub of commerce, attracting leaders, investors, and companies from across Africa and beyond. Organizers hailed this edition as a turning point for the continent’s trade future.

Record Participation at IATF 2025 in Algiers

All expectations were exceeded. The fair brought together 987 buyers, surpassing the initial target of 750, alongside 2,148 exhibitors—1,923 in person and 225 online. A total of 49 African countries and 21 non-African nations participated.

Visitor numbers also reached historic levels, with 112,476 attendees—three times more than forecast and nearly four times higher than the last edition in Egypt. The presence of 20 leaders, including 14 heads of state and government, highlighted the significance of the event.

$11.4 Billion for Algeria: Strategic Deals Across Sectors

Algeria captured 23.6% of total deals, securing $11.4 billion in agreements across key industries such as energy, steel, electronics, agri-food, mechanics, telecommunications, and start-ups.

Notable deals include:

• Sonatrach signing with Kenya’s National Oil Company (NOC) for joint hydrocarbon projects.

• El Sewedy Electric investing $2.5 billion to establish an industrial base in Algeria.

• AQS sealing $420 million worth of steel export contracts.

• Condor securing an $80 million deal to export electronics to six African countries.

• Inatel and a Chinese partner agreeing on a $300 million plan to produce and export two million TPE devices to Nigeria.

An additional $11.6 billion in opportunities is expected to be finalized in the coming months.

Boosting African Innovation and Start-Ups

Beyond trade, President Abdelmadjid Tebboune announced the creation of an African fund to finance start-ups and young innovators. The initiative was immediately put into action, funding 30 start-ups showcased at the fair.

This bold move positions Algeria as a leader in driving Africa’s knowledge economy and supporting youth innovation.

International Praise for Algeria’s Organization

Global recognition poured in. Former Nigerian President Olusegun Obasanjo, Chairman of the IATF Advisory Board, praised Algeria’s “exceptional contribution,” noting that the fair “exceeded all expectations.”

Other leaders and experts commended the professionalism, scale, and hospitality that made Algiers a standout host. Sahrawi Trade Minister Ahmed Bachri Ammi Omara called it a “real opportunity” for Africa, while Nigerian experts emphasized the importance of intra-African investment independent of outside influence.

With IATF 2025, Algeria has not just hosted a trade fair—it has cemented its position as a driving force in African economic integration. The billions in deals, strong international presence, and creation of a start-up fund showcase a clear vision: Algeria as a key player in shaping Africa’s economic future.