Call for Applications: TradeRoots Africa-ICC Program 2026/2027 For African

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Applications are now open for the2026/2027 TradeRoots Africa-ICC Programme, an initiative designed to help African SMEs become export-ready and expand into regional and international markets under theAfrican Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA)and Regional Economic Communities (RECs)

Launched by the ICC Centre of Entrepreneurship at the 2025 B20 Summit in South Africa, TradeRoots Africa aims to turn trade policies into practical opportunities for <a href="https://usglobalxpress.com/smes-gea-unveils-eight-week-accelerator-for-40-african-<a href="https://usglobalxpress.com/manufacturing-africa-helps-23-nigerian-businesses-secure-630m-investment/” title=”Manufacturing Africa Helps 23 Nigerian Businesses Secure $630m Investment,”>businesses/” title=”SMEs: GEA unveils eight-week accelerator for 40 African businesses”>African businesses

The programme will work with ICC national committees and African chambers to build a practical support system for SMEs across the continent

Six Key Areas of Support

The programme will support participating businesses across six pillars:

1. Business Development – strengthening business capabilities and growth strategies.
2. Trade Knowledge and Market Access – helping businesses understand trade opportunities and access new markets.
3. Trade Finance – improving knowledge and access to financing for international trade.
4. Logistics, Customs and Air Transport – addressing practical aspects of moving goods across borders.
5. Digital Trade Tools – supporting businesses with tools for participating in digital commerce.
6. Mentorship – providing guidance from experienced professionals and business leaders.

Who Can Apply?

TradeRoots Africa is looking for a balanced cohort of emerging SMEs, growth-stage businesses and established SMEswith potential to scale across African markets

Business Requirements

• Be majority African-owned.
• Be registered and legally operating in an AfCFTA State Party.
• Have been trading for at least 24 months.
• Have a minimum annual turnover of more than USD 5,000.
• Have a product or service that is ready for export. Business ideas are not eligible.

Candidate Requirements

Applicants must also demonstrate:

• Digital trade readiness through an active and discoverable e-commerce platform, online marketplace or social commerce channel.
• A business owner or senior manager who is willing to personally participate in the programme.

How to Apply

Eligible African SMEs interested in expanding across African markets can find the programme details and application information on the official ICC website:

Visit the official TradeRoots Africa-ICC Programme page

 

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