EASTERN CAPE EXPORT SYMPOSIUM AND EXHIBITION
19-21 AUGUST 2026 | EAST LONDON ICC
POWERING TRADE OPPORTUNITY
POWERING TRADE OPPORTUNITY!
The Eastern Cape Export Symposium and Exhibition is a vital initiative dedicated to promoting trade and enhancing export capabilities in the region, organized by the ECDC. This event aims to strengthen the export ecosystem within the province while fostering meaningful connections between local businesses and international markets.
Scheduled to take place alongside the Continental Energy and Infrastructure Investment Forum (CEIIF), the symposium presents a unique and dynamic platform for trade and investment. Participants will have the chance to engage in knowledge sharing and professional networking, making invaluable connections that could lead to future collaborations.
CEIIF South Africa 2026 is an ambitious Inward Buying and Investment Mission designed to bridge the gap between Africa’s infrastructure needs and the capital, industrial expertise, and partnerships necessary to address them. Within this broader mission, the Eastern Cape Export Symposium stands out as the central hub for market access, trade promotion, and export development, empowering local businesses to reach a global audience and tap into international opportunities.
All activities will be hosted in-person, however, the plenary sessions will also be LIVE streamed.
INTENDED AUDIENCE
The intended audience includes local, national and international roleplayers (exporters, logistics service providers, economic development agencies, trade promotion agencies, sectoral associations, funders and buyers with a strong presence from Africa.
OBJECTIVES
Africa has no shortage of projects.
Africa has no shortage of ambition.
The challenge is bringing together:
· Project owners
· Investors
· Governments
· Financiers
· Industrial capability
· Technology providers
CEIIF exists to create those connections.
PARTICIPATION OPTIONS
Relevant role-players (international trade partners, importers and buyers, trade policy experts, government support agencies, and industry, including prospective exporters, existing exporters, financiers, logistics and infrastructure role-players, and purchasing managers) connect at the Symposium through Exhibiting, attending the Conference, attending a workshop/s, or attending the exhibition as a visitor only. There is no cost to attend but registration is essential.
CONFERENCE PLENARY
Runs over two days (mornings only) in person with LIVE stream option with a compelling speaker line-up. Plenary is followed on both days with several elective streams running concurrently.
WORKSHOPS
Practical workshops on specific aspects of exporting, including trade finance and a break-down of South Africa’s trade agreements and incentives are run over two days after plenary.
EXHIBITION
- Participation of 50 export-ready Eastern Cape businesses and 10 key stakeholders, including Export Councils, SEZs, and organized business
- Cross-sectoral
- Buyer program for international delegates (online meetings)
CLICK HERE TO APPLY AS AN EXHIBITOR
CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO ATTEND THE CONFERENCE SESSIONS IN PERSON OR VIRTUALLY
CLICK HERE TO APPLY TO ATTEND WORKSHOPS IN PERSON
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER TO ATTEND AS A VISITOR ONLY (WORKSHOPS & CONFERENCE PASSES ARE NOT INCLUDED)
