EXIM Academy

07/09/2026

HAPPY BIRTHDAY, MR. PETER ADETOR!

Today, the ASSETS Africa & EXIM Academy family celebrates our esteemed Team Lead, Mr. Peter Adetor, on the occasion of his birthday!

Peter's leadership has been pivotal in driving our mission to empower African SMEs, facilitate cross-border trade, and unlock opportunities under the AfCFTA. His strategic vision, dedication, and passion for trade development continue to inspire our team and partners across the continent.

We are deeply grateful for his guidance, mentorship, and unwavering commitment to excellence.

Wishing you a day filled with joy, celebration, and blessings, Peter. Thank you for all you do! 🥳🎉

Happy Birthday from all of us at ASSETS Africa!

06/08/2026

Applications are now open for the second edition of the Digital Innovation Challenge!

Under the theme "Realising the for MSMEs through Digital Solutions", the Challenge is seeking bold, scalable and innovative digital solutions that can enhance intra-African trade and unlock opportunities for MSMEs.

Could your digital solution help African businesses connect to markets, trade across borders and grow under the AfCFTA?

This is your opportunity to help make cross-border trade more accessible, efficient and inclusive, and to shape the future of digital trade in Africa.

Apply by 4 September 2026: https://au-afcfta.org
Enquiries: [email protected]

04/08/2026

For too long, the narrative of African enterprise has been one of untapped potential, a sleeping giant. But we know the truth. Across this continent, SMEs are not just the engines of our local economies; they are reservoirs of innovation, resilience, and world-class ingenuity.

The challenge has never been a lack of quality, but a lack of connection. Today, we aren’t just talking about exporting goods; we are talking about exporting a legacy. This is your moment to shift from local legend to global powerhouse, and to build the bridges that will carry the next generation of African prosperity to every corner of the world.

Join us on August 15th at 3 PM GMT to build that bridge together.

02/07/2026

Happy New Month from us!

As we turn the calendar to July 2026, we want to take a moment to appreciate the hard work you've all put in so far. This month, let's carry that same energy forward with optimism and a shared commitment to excellence.

14/05/2026

10/05/2026

To the strong women in export and trade: your relentless sacrifices and unwavering support hold up families, businesses, and borders. You navigate long hours, tough negotiations, and endless logistics, yet still give love, strength, and wisdom. Thank you for making the world better, stronger, and more compassionate. Happy Mother's Day.
UN Women

16/04/2026

16/04/2026

Institutional engagements form one of the key things that drive real-world learning and cross-border collaboration. We had the privilege of hosting a delegation of about 35 MBA & PhD students from Cornell University’s Johnson Graduate School of Management, USA, for experiential learning on International Trade through Africa’s lens. None of them had ever visited Ghana.

Our roundtable focused on the continent’s opportunities and struggles, alongside practical solutions. We highlighted the AfCFTA, which unites 1.4 billion people across a $3.4 trillion economic bloc, and the Cairo-to-Cape Town highway—a 10,000-km corridor now 80% complete.

Our Team Lead also shared the work we do at the ASSETS & the EXIM Academy, as well as how the National AfCFTA Coordination Office and the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat are bridging the gap between policy and practice.

Africa is home to 8 of the world’s 15 fastest-growing economies, yet intra-African trade remains only 15% of total trade, compared to nearly 70% in Europe. Closing this gap is our daily mission.
Special thanks to all our stakeholders and the team who made this a resounding success.

08/03/2026

Happy International Women's Day from The EXIM Academy !

Today, we celebrate the strength and vision of women entrepreneurs across Africa. You are the backbone of our trade and the architects of our continent's prosperous future. Here's to the women breaking barriers and building bridges through Business.

UN Women Australian High Commission, Ghana Women's March Ministry of Gender and Family Promotion-MIGEPROF