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May 12-13, 2026
Nairobi, Kenya
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Following a record-breaking attendance of over 600 attendees in 2025, GTR East Africa returns to Nairobi on May 12-13, 2026, as the region’s premier annual gathering for the trade, commodity and export finance community.

Bringing together key stakeholders from across the trade, supply chain, commodity and infrastructure financing landscape, the region’s leading annual trade gathering will once again deliver essential discussion, expert insight, and invaluable networking opportunities.

Attendees can look forward to engaging with over 40 industry-leading speakers who will share critical market analysis, forward-thinking strategies and practical solutions to the challenges shaping trade across East Africa. With hundreds of decision-makers from a wide range of sectors in attendance, this is the ideal forum to connect, collaborate and stay ahead in a fast-evolving market.

Key event features

  • 30+ exhibitors showcasing the latest solutions
  • 5+ hours of networking, including an evening reception
  • Enhanced connectivity via the event app, meeting zones & digital business cards
  • Deep market insight across regions and sectors
  • Access to industry-defining discussions and actionable takeaways

Photo highlights from 2025

Experience the energy from GTR East Africa 2025 in Nairobi, where hundreds of trade, finance, and supply chain leaders came together to explore emerging opportunities across the East African market. From expert insights on trade, commodity, and infrastructure finance to dynamic networking with industry innovators, watch the photo highlights reel that captures the energy in the room.

“An exceptional trade finance conference with unparalleled networking opportunities, highly recommend!”

L Hammond, Dealf

“I would like to extend my heartfelt thanks to GTR for hosting GTR East Africa. The event proved very relevant, and the networking opportunities were amazing.”

G Mutai, DHL Express

“Well organized, well-coordinated. Built critical networks. The future looks bright.”

V Akane, Kenyan State Department for Trade

“I had a privilege of attending the GTR East Africa 2025 as a young professional. It was valuable and interactive. From global insights to real connections, this space truly embraced youth inclusion in economic and trade conversations.”

K Mburu, Young Leaders Association

“Grateful to the GTR team, our dynamic speakers, clients, and partners. Here’s to breaking new ground in trade finance together!”

E Asiema, Standard Chartered

“Best usage of time and a great networking event!”

M Bansal, General Cargo Services

“This is my first GTR event in East Africa. A great opportunity to network and hear relevant topics on the growth of East African region.”

M Onkoba, Kenya Airways

“Excellent platform to leverage Trade Finance expertise and capabilities to build synergies between DFIs and Commercial Banks, with an end to build sustainable trade finance businesses across.”

T Talemwa, Bank of Africa Tanzania

“GTR East Africa 2025 delivered bold insights and local connections. A powerful pulse check on trade, treasury and the future of finance in our region.”

C Jepkoech, CFAO Mobility

“GTR East Africa is a premium place to learn what are doable and unique possibilities.”

K Talitwala-Greigg, Afrikan MSME Collective

“GTR is perfect in its simplicity. Helps push and progress the trade agenda, especially in Africa. Will be coming back for future editions.”

E Onyia, Afreximbank

“As an organisation that has capacity to expand, we had a great networking experience and were enlightened on current activities in trade.”

D Achilla, Blue Scope Shipping and Logistics Ltd

“A well-organized and insightful event, and I truly appreciated the opportunity to connect with industry leaders and gain valuable perspectives on trade and finance in the region. I also enjoyed the female and young professionals session – it was a great addition to the program and sparked some meaningful conversations.”

M Stacey, Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA)

“The event was fantastic with great networking.”

J Mwau, East African Grain Council (EAGC)

“Attending the GTR East Africa conference was truly enriching experience. The sessions were insightful, the speakers inspiring and the networking opportunities invaluable. I walked away more informed, more connected, and highly motivated to continue engaging in the global trade space. Looking forward to the next one!”

A Mokua, Student

“Insightful panels, meaningful connections, and a renewed sense of purpose for building bold, African-led solutions.”

A Bramwel, Waziri Coffee & Tea Limited

“GTR East Africa 2025 wasn’t just another event – it was a turning point for the region’s trade future.”

J Gachiri, The Association of Startup & SMEs Enablers of Kenya (ASSEK)

Africa News

The region’s premier trade, supply chain, commodity and infrastructure financing event promises two days of debate and discussion on a wide range of issues and themes.

6 big topics in 2026

  • Assessing East Africa’s trade resilience
  • Driving regional supply chain finance growth
  • Exploring alternatives to traditional trade finance
  • Blended finance: Delivering complex infrastructure
  • Export diversification: Opportunities, costs & bankability
  • Evolving ESG frameworks & sustainable trade finance

Download the event programme below for the full agenda and speaker line-up. View the list of registered companies to see who you could meet at this year’s event.

Download Agenda Brouchure

The event promises to connect you with all corners of the market, from local and international banks to multinational corporations and SMEs, fintechs and alternative financiers, commodity brokers and traders, insurers and risk managers, lawyers, consultants, ECAs, multilaterals and more! Don’t miss the opportunity to gain comprehensive insights and new perspectives from over 40 speakers actively involved in the market.

 

 

Alex Fenechiu

Co-Founder & Chief Revenue Officer Finverity

Allen Asiimwe

Deputy Chief Executive Officer & Chief of Programmes TradeMark Africa

Anna Brod-Ohana

Associate Director, Trade Facilitation Programme, FI EBRD

Arnaud Levasseur

Senior Product Leader, Trade Solutions Mauritius Commercial Bank

Benedictor Mwanza

Managing Director Cafeco Trading

Brendan Du Preez

Group Director Trade & Working Capital Finance Equity Bank

Carl Chirwa

Managing Partner Ashcroft & Gray Group

Catherine Bridge-Zoller

Senior Counsel, Legal Transition Team EBRD

Christine Gikunda

Principal Officer EIRS Kenya

Daan Vreeburg

Project Manager, Climate Solutions ETG

Denis Muthuri

Underwriter ATIDI (African Trade & Investment Development Insurance)

Dheerie Govender

CEO SIS Mauritius

Diana Villarraga

Executive Director Fomento

Eunice Malelu

Head of Treasury Car & General

Farida Abbas

Chief Executive Officer British Chamber of Commerce Kenya

Gabrielle Reid

Head of Advisory Pangea-Risk

Helen Nyambura

Chief Financial Officer Oryx Energies

Isaac Kahara

Country Head, East Africa UK Export Finance (UKEF)

James Mwangangi

Head, Global Transaction Services, Kenya Access Bank

Jan Scheurleer

Senior Relationship Manager, TCF Africa Rabobank

Jordan Lawrence

CEO & Co-Founder Damisa

Juan Garrigues

Managing Director Fomento

Krishnadas Nair

Business Development Leader, Financial Services, ECEMEA Oracle Financial Services

Lydia Wangari-Karanja

Director, Transactional Banking Absa Corporate and Investment

Lynette Kiyeng

Head of Treasury & Insurance Bamburi Cement

Mark Priestley

Senior Director, Trade Environment TradeMark Africa

Martin Azenga

Executive & Regional Head Trade Stanbic Bank

Michael Vrontamitis

Founding Partner T3i Partner Network

Michael Awori

Chief Executive, Trade and Development Banking SBU Trade and Development Bank (TDB)

Namwingila Wena

Economist & Head of Strategy Underwriting Africa

Niron Rampersad

Divisional Executive, Trade Nedbank CIB

Oreoluwa Adeyemo

Executive Director, Treasury Coverage & Growth Starks Associates

Patrick Makau

Executive Principal, Head of Trade & Working Capital, Kenya & East Africa, Transaction Banking Standard Chartered

Phanice Mokua

Head of Trade, Kenya Stanbic Bank

Selline Okello

Senior Business Development Manager KCB Bank

Simon Cook

Partner Sullivan & Worcester

Sreejith Nair

Director, Growth Strategy Veefin Solutions

Stella Shyamala

Political Risks & Trade Credit Underwriter Africa Specialty Risks

Susanne Kavelaar

Global Head Trade Advisory, Hub Lead Southern & Eastern Africa, Trade & Supply Chain Finance International Finance Corporation (IFC)

Teresia Wambugu

Trade & Working Capital Product Manager, Kenya Standard Chartered

Tod Burwell

President & Chief Executive Officer Bankers Association for Finance & Trade (BAFT)

Vuyolwethu Dubese

International Moderator & Host Independent

Wendy Wachira

Sustainable Finance Analyst Co-operative Bank of Kenya

William Muguima

Agriculture Sector Head, Corporate Banking NCBA Group

Zhann Meyer

Head of Agricultural Commodities, Agricultural Commodities Nedbank CIB

Why Sponsor?

  • Speak to a room full of industry stakeholders
  • Enhancing your brand awareness to your target market and audience
  • Elevating your profile amongst peers and all industry stakeholders
  • Position your company as an industry leader
  • Attract new businesses, agents, customers and partners
  • Deliver your message to a gathering of key players

Request sponsorship information

Contact Ed Virtue for sponsorship opportunities.
evirtue@gtreview.com | +44 (0) 20 8772 3008

Request partnership information

Institutional partnerships are available for government organisations and public bodies. Media partnerships and press passes are available.

Contact Elisabeth Spry for partnership opportunities.
espry@gtreview.com | +44 (0) 20 8772 3006

 

 

Venue: JW Marriott Hotel, Nairobi, Kenya

Address: PRH5+VMC, Chiromo Ln, Nairobi, Kenya

Website: https://www.marriott.com/en-gb/hotels/nbojw-jw-marriott-hotel-nairobi/overview/

 

 

 

Access the GTR East Africa media kit below for insights into last year’s event, including attending companies and audience breakdown.

 

 

 

Booking enquiries

Registrations Team at registrations@gtreview.com

Sponsorship opportunities

Director of Global Sales

Ed Virtue at evirtue@gtreview.com

Speaking opportunities

Associate Director, Content

George Mitchell at gmitchell@gtreview.com

Marketing and Media opportunities

Head of Marketin

Elisabeth Spry at espry@gtreview.com

 

 

 

Discounts and promotions

10% Early Booking discount – Available until April 17, 2026
Early booking discount available for new registrations only; not available with additional discounts. 10% is automatically applied during online checkout or when processed by a GTR team member.

15% Multi-booking discount
A 15% multi-booking discount applies to same-company group registrations for the second booking and thereafter. Please contact registrations@gtreview.com for group bookings.

Young Professionals Pass – Limited free tickets available
To qualify, you must be under 25 years old, with less than three years of experience in the trade finance industry. Limited to 2 events per year. 10 passes are available for this event for those who work within the industry, limited to 1 pass per institution, and cannot be combined with other promotions. One pass is available for this event to those studying a relevant educational/University course. Confirm your eligibility by contacting ypp@gtreview.com with your work email address, LinkedIn profile, and age.

 

 

Booking your place at GTR East Africa 2026

Corporate Rate – US$299*
Available to non-financial companies, including exporters, importers, distributors, manufacturers, traders, and producers of physical goods and products.

Standard Rate – US$1,299*
Applies to financial institutions, consultants, legal professionals, insurance brokers, and other financial service providers.

Regional Bank Rate – POA
For qualifying local and regional banks, please contact registrations@gtreview.com to benefit from the local bank rate.

Additional Information

To secure your pass, please complete our form below.

If you are using a sponsor or guest code, please include the code in the discount code field to ensure the correct rate or offer is applied.

If you’re unsure which rate applies or would prefer to book with assistance, contact our team at registrations@gtreview.com.

  • All rates are subject to +16% VAT for those residing in Kenya.

  • Early booking discount: A 10% reduction is automatically applied to bookings made by April 17, 2026.

  • Multi-booking discount: A 15% discount is available for two or more bookings from the same company, booked at the same time. This discount cannot be used in conjunction with any other offer. Contact events@gtreview.com to complete multi-bookings.

  • By booking, you agree to GTR’s Terms & Conditions, including the Payment and Cancellation Policy.