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EXAB – Expo África Brasil is the leading event and business hub in the Americas dedicated to promoting trade and commercial relations between African companies, Brazil, and other countries across the continent.

Bringing together government delegations, investors, business leaders, entrepreneurs, and professionals from a wide range of sectors, EXAB strengthens global connections, drives business opportunities, and fosters strategic partnerships. As the most comprehensive platform focused on relations between Africa, Brazil, the Americas, and the African diaspora, EXAB promotes high-impact economic, commercial, and cultural exchange, creating meaningful opportunities for international cooperation and growth.

Connecting Cultures and Creating Business and Investment Opportunities.

Building bridges, breaking barriers, and strengthening relations between Brazil and the African continent are at the heart of Expo África Brasil.

More than the leading Africa-focused business platform in Latin America, Expo África Brasil operates as a strategic institution dedicated to fostering connections, facilitating trade missions, supporting international events, and advancing commercial partnerships.

We are committed to increasing access to African markets, cultures, and investment opportunities while strengthening business, trade, and economic cooperation between African countries, Brazil, and the broader Latin American region.

João Canda is the Founder and President of EXAB – Expo África Brasil, leading strategic initiatives that promote economic cooperation, trade, investment, and business opportunities between Brazil and African countries.

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Connect industry stakeholders, including manufacturers, service providers, policymakers, entrepreneurs, and business leaders.
Position Brazil as a gateway to Latin America and a strategic bridge connecting both continents.
Connect government agencies, chambers of commerce, and business associations from Africa and Latin America to identify and explore mutual opportunities.
Promote stronger relationships and deeper understanding between the African continent and Brazil.
Serve as a platform for cultural exchange between African countries and Brazil.
Expand global market access for African products and services while strengthening partnerships with Brazilian companies.
Provide Brazilian investors and business leaders with direct exposure to commercial, cultural, artistic, educational, business, and investment opportunities across Africa.
Recognize African companies, leaders, and professionals whose achievements have made a global impact.
Highlight the strategic importance of the African continent to Brazil and other Latin American countries.

The perception that Africa is a hostile environment for business is a misconception that deserves to be challenged. What should capture the attention of Brazilian investors is the emergence of a continent that is growing, developing, and offering significant opportunities for investment and commercial expansion.

Africa has become increasingly important to global corporations across multiple sectors. Over the past two decades, it has been among the fastest-growing regions in the world, driven by economic expansion, rapid urbanization, demographic growth, and rising consumer demand. With a combined GDP of approximately US$ 2.5 trillion, around 60% of the world's uncultivated arable land, and the fastest-growing population globally, Africa is projected to become one of the world's most dynamic consumer markets. According to the consulting firm McKinsey, consumer and business spending on the continent could reach nearly US$ 5.5 trillion by 2030.

Despite these fundamentals, many Brazilian companies still do not consider Africa as a destination for investment or international expansion. In many cases, this is due to outdated perceptions and limited knowledge of the continent's economic realities, market opportunities, and business ecosystems. Overcoming these misconceptions is essential to unlocking the full potential of Brazil–Africa economic relations.

Commercial Connections Across

Multiple Sectors.

The development prospects across multiple sectors in African countries continue to create and expand opportunities for business, trade, and strategic partnerships. Macroeconomic policies in many African economies have become increasingly consistent and stable over recent decades. International institutions such as the World Bank, the International Monetary Fund (IMF), and the African Development Bank (AfDB) have played an important role in supporting economic reforms, improving fiscal management, and strengthening the business environment.

Efforts to address inflation, fiscal deficits, and regulatory challenges have gained momentum across the continent. Rwanda, for example, is often recognized for its progress in improving the ease of doing business and public sector efficiency. Overall, African countries are increasingly better prepared to attract investment and support sustainable economic growth.

The second edition of Expo África Brasil demonstrated the growing interest in Africa's economic transformation, highlighting advances in economic policy, greater market integration, increased fiscal flexibility, and stronger regional cooperation. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) represents an extraordinary opportunity to expand trade and strengthen commercial relations between African countries, Brazil, and the broader Latin American region.

Democratic governance, market-oriented reforms, and private-sector development continue to shape economic growth across many African nations. Countries such as Nigeria, South Africa, Ghana, Tanzania, and Zambia have emerged as important regional markets with significant business potential. At the same time, efforts to strengthen transparency, improve governance, and combat corruption remain key priorities across the continent.

Our role is to connect Brazilian companies and organizations from across the Americas with businesses, institutions, and opportunities throughout Africa, creating pathways for international trade, investment, partnerships, and sustainable growth across multiple sectors.

Clean and Renewable Energy

Export and Import

Mining

Agribusiness

Tourism

Services & Equipment

Technology

Corporate Training

In these or other sectors, whatever your commercial interest with Africa, we are ready to contribute to this connection!

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Connections & Opportunities

We promote business and investment between Africa and the Americas with responsibility and local impact.

EVENTS AND POST-EVENT ACTIVITIES

Beyond our main event, in the post-event phase we focus on connecting multi-sector African and Brazilian companies throughout the year, boosting trade relations between African countries, Brazil, and other interested markets on the continent.

BUSINESS AND INVESTMENTS

We generate strategic connections, boost business and investment through corporate events, roadshows, and B2B and B2C meetings between African countries, Brazil, and other countries on the continent.