OPPORTUNITY: AfCFTA African Agribusiness SME Matchmaking Program 2026
The AfCFTA African Agribusiness SME Matchmaking Program 2026 is inviting export-ready agribusiness SMEs across Africa to apply for a market access and business growth support programme.
The initiative aims to help agribusiness SMEs expand into regional and international markets, including intra-African trade and the Swiss market, by providing tailored business support and trade linkage opportunities.
What Selected SMEs Will Receive
Selected businesses will benefit from:
- Technical training on market readiness
- Coaching on AfCFTA trade opportunities
- Tailored route-to-market strategy development
- Participation in trade fairs and buyer events
- Business-to-business (B2B) matchmaking
- Access to cross-border trade opportunities
- Engagement in AfCFTA flagship events
- Increased visibility and networking opportunities
Who Should Apply
Eligible applicants include:
- Agribusiness SMEs across Africa
- Export-ready companies
- SMEs operating in agri-food value chains
Eligible Sectors
- Crop production
- Agro-processing
- Livestock and fisheries
- AgriTech
- Agricultural value chain businesses
Eligibility Requirements
Applicants should:
- Be export-ready
- Have operational businesses
- Offer products or services in agriculture
- Have decision-makers applying (CEO, Founder, Senior Manager)
- Be seeking regional or international expansion
Application Deadline
6 April 2026
Click HERE for the application form.
