19 October 2026 - 21 October 2026
1045 Vienna, Austria
Austrian Federal Economic Chamber | Wirtschaftskammer Österreich (WKÖ)
AFRICA DAY 2026
Registration open until 21 Oct 2026
Africa Day 2026 Africa. Means. Business.
Business in Africa is not just a long-term commitment — it is a strategic opportunity at Europe's doorstep. Africa is one of the world's most dynamic growth regions, shaped by rapid economic transformation, demographic momentum, and shifting geopolitical realities. While the environment can be volatile, it is precisely this change that creates new and tangible opportunities for companies ready to engage.
But how can companies successfully navigate 54 diverse markets and identify the right entry points for sustainable growth? And how can Africa itself unlock its full economic potential — driven by stronger regional integration, industrial development, and impactful partnerships?
AFRICA DAY 2026 provides practical answers. As Austria's largest business conference with a focus on Africa, AFRICA DAY will take place on 19 October 2026 at the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber (WKÖ) under the motto:
"AFRICA. MEANS. BUSINESS."
The event focuses on market opportunities, trade, investment and partnerships. Participants will gain practical insights into market entry strategies, business expansion, financing options and risk mitigation tools.
Bringing together around 700 participants from Austria and across Africa, AFRICA DAY 2026 features keynote speeches, panel discussions, workshops and individual consultations with Austrian Trade Commissioners, experts and service providers.
To further support business connections, an online matchmaking program via B2Match will take place on 20-21 October 2026.
We invite you to join AFRICA DAY 2026, connect with potential partners, explore new business opportunities and become part of the growing Austria—Africa business community.
The event will be held in English.
The event is supported by go-international, a joint initiative of the Austrian Federal Ministry for Economy, Energy and Tourism and the Austrian Federal Economic Chamber.
309
Registered participants
0
Booked meetings
Austria
198
Kenya
13
South Africa
10
Algeria
10
Germany
7
Egypt
6
Côte d'Ivoire
5
Morocco
4
Nigeria
4
Ghana
4
Ethiopia
4
Senegal
4
Tunisia
3
Burkina Faso
3
France
2
Sudan
2
Tanzania, United Republic Of
2
Portugal
1
United Kingdom
1
United Arab Emirates
1
Serbia
1
Lesotho
1
Botswana
1
Mauritius
1
Somalia
1
Sao Tome And Principe
1
Romania
1
Guinea
1
Cyprus
1
Total:
293