Trade and Investment Promotion Africa (TIP Africa) is a trade and investment facilitation company with a special focus on support for entrepreneurs in international trade by taking them to key overseas markets and showcasing their capabilities to potential buyers, investors and trading partners. . We support investors, multinationals, and key stakeholders within and outside Africa to advance their trade and investment goals, by providing an array of services and programs.
Structure of TIP Africa Summit
A trade and investment summits typically involves:
Market analysis to identify the most advantageous trading opportunities.
Pre-mission identification of potential foreign partners.
A pre-mission briefing.
Arrangement of 1:1 business/prospect meetings by the Council for attendees.
Welcome briefing held upon arrival in the destination country.
In-country seminars on export/import procedures, partnership options, market opportunities, methods of payments, distribution practices and latest trends.
A meet and greet between summit attendees and foreign prospects (group presentations / 30 minute presentations by each attendee to a larger audience).
Pre-arranged 1:1 meetings with attendees and their pre-arranged prospects.
City tour(s).
Business site tour(s) – (where applicable).
End of mission group re-cap.
Follow-up with prospects.
Benefits of Participating in Trade Missions
Benefits includes :
Most trade summits will include meetings with senior level government officials in industry relevant ministries.
Ability to meet other firms interested in the same market.
Synergies are often created between trade mission participants through their sharing of market information and valuable networking.
Opportunity to participate in pre-arranged group meetings, site visits and in-country briefings
Networking events to engage with local business people and clients.
One-on-one appointments: Appointments are scheduled by TIP Africa’s trade specialists for mission delegates to meet with potential overseas buyers.
Media coverage of the mission.
Logistical assistance from summits manager and support/advice on markets.
Inclusion in TIP Africa’s email marketing, presentations and brochure(s) (circulated in advance of summits).
Assistance with travel arrangements through appointed travel agent.
Shared logistical costs (for example, brochures, transport, etc).
A chance to network and exchange information with other missioners.
Fully supported by in-country offices and partner organizations.
Great opportunity to meet significant people from jurisdictions you are most interested in.
