Weβre committed to helping underserved minority entrepreneurs (African-American SMEs and MBWEs) and African Diasporans in the US to start and grow successful export businesses with limited resources
USAfrica Trade and Business Network, Inc.
We are a 501(c)(3) Non-Profit organization working to create economic growth by providing access to improved technical expertise, mentoring, accountability, funding support, and networks of distributors and partners in Africa for underserved minority entrepreneurs (African-American SMEs and MWBEs) and African Diasporans in America to start and grow their export businesses.
Our Vision
Create economic growth opportunities for underserved minority entrepreneurs (African-American SMEs and MWBEs) and African Diasporans in America, and connect the US and Africa through trade and investment.
Our Mission
Create economic growth by providing access to improved technical expertise, mentoring, accountability, funding support, and networks of distributors and strategic partners in Africa for underserved minority entrepreneurs (African-American SMEs and MWBEs) and African Diasporans in America to start and grow their export businesses.
How we Serve
- We help businesses navigate and expand into the U.S. β African markets by negotiating market access, hosting of trade shows, trade missions, and B2B Networking events.
- We offer various programs, training, seminars, and webinars on topics such as business startup, funding, export, and import.
- Our Flagship event, the USAfrica Business Expo is a B2B and B2G event hosted yearly in New Year during the UN General Assembly. This Expo has helped businesses find markets for their export-ready products and many of the connections made have led to long-term strategic partnerships.
- We help to meet the needs of Black or African Americans in the neighbourhoods by providing them with the necessary tools, resources, and support to start and grow their businesses.
Our Objectives
- Grow the number of underserved minority entrepreneurs (African-American SMEs and MWBEs) and African Diasporans in America that benefit from America-invested trade initiatives like AGOA, AfCFTA, and Prosper Africa, and improve their economic well-being.Β
- To grow the U.S. economy through strategic alliances, trade, and networking activities.
- To leverage the power and wealth of the African diaspora in promoting creativity and innovations, empower and mentor young and aspiring entrepreneurs
Why Join Our Hub
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- Our HUB provides a platform for business owners to network with potential investors, partners, and trade experts. It enables you to build strong business relationships and exchange ideas with key industry players, which will help you gain more knowledge and boost your confidence in your business.
- When you become a member of the USAfrica Export-Import Hub, we will feature your products on the HUB and our various social media platforms. This showcase will help create visibility to attract investors and desired markets to your products.
- We can help you access financing for your business for expansion and growth and offer you direct support in getting your products into the international market.
- We can help position your local business in the international market and place your products in front of millions of international shoppers and over 1000 stores in Africa. We ensure you meet all business certification requirements and that your products and packaging comply with the rules and regulations guiding export and import in the U.S. and Africa.
Up Coming Event
Experience Personal, Career, and Business Growth.
Join us at the USAfrica Business Week – where culture, commerce, and creativity intersect
What You Will Benefit
- You will discover international trade and business opportunities while establishing personal & reliable relationships.
- You will participate in plenary sessions by relevant govt & industry experts.
- Participate in critical business & trade workshops to kick start collaboration, b2b matchmaking & networking sessions.
- You gain access to relevant tools & resources in the exhibitor hall.
- and more..
Date: March 11th – 22th, 2024
Venue: NewYork
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With your donation, we are able to help businesses with export ready products, navigate and expand into international markets
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Volunteering enables us to organize trade missions and international expo and raising funds for our operations
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Over the past six years, USAfrica Business Week has been hosted as a side event to the UN General Assembly in New York. Our goal is to connect U.S. and African businesses and facilitate trade, investment, and export and import opportunities.
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Member Organizations
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African Countries Covered
24
Strategic Partnerships
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