November 20, 2025

London, United Kingdom

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Set to return on November 20, 2025, GTR is excited to welcome back delegates to GTR Africa London, the UK’s leading and unrivalled Africa-focused trade, export and infrastructure financing conference.

With the anticipated attendance of over 500 industry and trade finance leaders and more than three hours of dedicated networking opportunities, GTR Africa London provides the ideal platform to connect and establish new relationships with leading professionals shaping the future of African trade.

Expect to hear from over 50 expert speakers as they tackle the latest challenges facing African tackle the latest challenges facing African trade strategy, corporate financing and infrastructure investment. GTR looks forward to seeing you there!

2025 event discussion themes:
• Africa’s perspective on trade and geopolitical trends
• Resilience and a long-term plan for intra-African trade
• Working capital solutions and strengthening local bank capacity
• Strategic priorities for African supply chains and infrastructure
• Export credit transactions and innovating deal structures
• A stocktake on sovereign debt and the ‘Africa Premium’

Why attend GTR Africa 2025 London?
• 20+ Exhibitors: Explore cutting-edge products and services from premier exhibitors in the industry.
• Extensive networking: Engage with key stakeholders and players in the market with 3+ hours of networking time.
• Expert speakers: Gain unparalleled expertise from more than 50 speakers who are active in the market.
• Exceptional content: Access high-quality content covering a wide range of topics focusing on African trade and exports from the UK.
• Schedule meetings and swap business cards
• Evening drinks reception

"The GTR Africa London conference has become an important annual event as it brings together Africa interest groups from disciplines covering finance, trade, ECA's and private sector businesses operating in manufacturing, construction and developmental initiatives."

J Collins, African Supplies

"I have made valuable contacts at the GTR events that I have attended, all of which resulted in business opportunities."

M Tindle, Omnia

"A very good view of the African continent, and a number of interesting speakers."

G Ghosh, Mott MacDonald Limited

"GTR Africa London was an amazing event. It was well-organized, warm, focused, and very efficient. Meeting all relevant people in the industry in one place, in a very warm and enjoyable atmosphere really helps creating new business and new partnerships."

R Shalita, Bluebird Finance

"Great mix of various stakeholders, excellent exchange place of different approaches, experience and expectations."

A Grzybowski, KUKE - Export Credit Insurance Corporation

"GTR Africa London provides the perfect opportunity and leverage for discussing and networking to open up pathways for business growth and expansion."

B Abodunde, Providus Bank

"All subjects well covered, very interesting seminar."

K Bandorawalla, Gerad Resources

"Fulfilling content & good to catch up with people in the trade finance community."

A Plumbly, BPL Global

"GTR is very instrumental in understanding the market and networking."

A Anaba, Finverity

"Great to see a rich variety of viewpoints and expertise with some stellar content. What a fantastic return to in-person events with GTR."

Joshua Allsopp, FINN Partners

"Another excellent GTR conference, combining great panel sessions and networking."

D Broom, ARQIT

"Very good networking and opportunities to meet existing and new partners."

O Buldhoo, MUFG

"An extremely well organised GTR Africa 2021. Knowledgeable moderators, insightful panellists and an overall slick operation. Two very productive days, thank you."

Alicia Botha, Africa Trade

"Thank you GTR for another superb conference with an excellent selection of speakers, covering a wide range of topics."

Harry Walker, Gallagher

"Great content, great credible speakers and top quality sponsors!"

J Benoit, Panda Cyber Motors

"The energy and the quality of debate was outstanding. The networking opportunities were limitless. It was a thoroughly enjoyable experience with a lot of food for thought."

T Ariyo, Diaspora World

Reflecting on what promises to be another momentous year in trade, access the full spectrum of global priorities from a full day of debate and discussion on a wide range of issues and themes. Download the event programme below for the full agenda and speaker line-up.

The event provides a highly anticipated opportunity to connect 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.

Adekemi Iyinbor

Head of Corporate Banking FirstBank UK Limited

Adewole Adedeji

Executive Director, Treasury Starks Associates

Agnes Gitau

Managing Partner GBS Africa

Anders Gjelfort

Associate Director EIFO

Anne-Marie Woolley

Group CEO Africa Global Trade Finance

Bolaji Sofoluwe

Managing Director ETK Group

Chris Mitman

Managing Partner Acre Impact Capital

Clarine Stenfert

Global Trade Finance Lead MIGA

Dele Olufisan

Investment Executive, Trade & Supply Chain Finance British International Investment

Derryn Faure

Head of Trade Finance Structuring, Syndication & Documentation Investec Bank

Dheerie Govender

Chief Executive Officer SIS Mauritius

Emma Ruiters

Senior Analyst Tony Blair Institute for Global Change (TBI)

Funmi Dele-Giwa

General Counsel & Chief Risk Officer Onafriq

Gabriel Buck

Managing Director GKB Ventures

Holly Budge

Founder & Leader, How Many Elephants NGO World Female Ranger Week

Jack Brodsky

Country Risk Analyst Pangea-Risk

Joe Collins

Chief Executive Officer, RoofTG Africa Middle East & Managing Di African Supplies

Jonathan Lofts

Assistant Director BPL

Lamin Drammeh

Chief Trade Finance Officer African Development Bank (AfDB)

Laurie Hammond

Founder Dealflow

Leena Kang

Co-Head, Climate Change & Sustainability UK Export Finance (UKEF)

Louis Plessis

Head of Trade & Working Capital RMB

Macenje Mazoka

High Commission of Zambia

Mark Norris

Partner Sullivan & Worcester

Matilda Edwards

Associate Director WTW

Michael Rasch

Director, ECA Relations Alliad

Morgan Lépinoy

Managing Director & Global Head of Trade Facilitation Viatrans

Nashwa (Joy) Saleh

Chartered Director, Independent Non-Executive Director & Fellow UK Institute of Directors (IoD)

Nick Oliver

Managing Director Globespan Infrastructure

Niron Rampersad

Divisional Executive, Trade Nedbank CIB

Patrick Ocailap Enotu

Global Transactional Banker, Transaction Banking International (Europe) & Corporate & Investment Banking Standard Bank

Ram Shalita

CEO & Partner Bluebird Finance & Projects

Rupert Cutler

Director & Principal Holtarka Limited

Sekete Mokgehle

Head of Export Credit Finance, Export Credit Finance Nedbank CIB

Sophie Sinclair

Marsh Specialty

Sujithav Sarangi

Executive Director, Structured Export Finance, Project & Export Finance Standard Chartered

Tedd George

Founder & Chief Narrative Officer Kleos Advisory Ltd

Washington Kapapiro

Executive Chairman Africa Procurement Group (APG)

Venue: Convene 155 Bishopsgate, Liverpool Street (Finsbury Suite, Level 2)

Address: 155 Bishopsgate, London EC2M 3TQ

Website: https://www.etcvenues.com/venues/155-bishopsgate

Booking Enquiries

Booking Team at bookings@gtreview.com

Sponsorship Opportunities

Business Development Manager

Ben Cohen at bcohen@gtreview.com

Speaking Opportunities

Conference Producer

Jack Longman at jlongman@gtreview.com

Partnership Opportunities

Senior Marketing Executive

James Henderson at jhenderson@gtreview.com

Discounts and promotions

10% Early Booking Discount – Available until October 17, 2025
Early booking discount available for new registrations only and not in conjunction with additional discounts. 10% is automatically processed during online checkout or over phone with a GTR Team member.

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 Africa 2025 London

Corporate rate – £299 +20% VAT *
Available to non-financial companies, including exporters, importers, distributors, manufacturers, traders, and producers of physical goods and products.

Standard rate – £999 +20% VAT *
Applies to financial institutions, consultants, legal professionals, insurance brokers, and other financial service providers.

Additional Information

All rates are subject to +20% VAT for local and non-residents.
Early booking discount: A 10% reduction is automatically applied to bookings made by 17 October 2025.
Sponsor codes: If you are using a sponsor or guest code, please add your referral code and continue to select a pass type.
Payment options — including invoice and card payment links — will be provided via email following your booking request.
Multi-booking: Take advantage of a 15% discount on additional bookings from the same company, booked at the same time – the discount will be applied from the second booking onwards. Contact bookings@gtreview.com to redeem.
By booking, you agree to GTR’s Terms & Conditions, including the Payment and Cancellation Policy.