GDIZ INVESTMENT & SOURCING DISCOVERY TOUR

21–22 October 2026 | Benin

During the Special Economic Zones Investment Forum

Explore production. Meet manufacturers. Advance your sourcing.

Connect your purchasing requirements with manufacturing opportunities in Benin.

The African Export-Import Bank, through its African Buyers Programme, invites qualified buyers, importers, distributors, retailers, manufacturers and brands to apply for the GDIZ Investment and Sourcing Discovery Tour.

From the factory floor to your next sourcing conversation

Selected buyers will visit the Glo-Djigbé Industrial Zone, explore production facilities and take part in targeted meetings with relevant manufacturers.

Bring your sourcing priorities into the conversation. Depending on your requirements and the availability of participating manufacturers, discussions may cover product specifications, samples, quotations, order quantities, delivery terms and potential trial orders.

Explore opportunities across 11 sectors

Textiles • Pharmaceuticals • Construction materials • Packaging • Garments • Agro-processing • Telecommunications • Electronics • Animal feed • Cosmetics • Energy

Companies operating within GDIZ represent these sectors, offering a starting point for identifying manufacturers relevant to your purchasing needs.

Come with clear requirements. Apply to make the right connections.

Applications are welcomed from established buyers, importers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers, manufacturers, buying groups and brands with clear purchasing requirements.

Tell us about your company, the products you need, your technical specifications, expected order volumes and purchasing timeline. These details will help identify relevant sourcing discussions based on your needs and the manufacturers available to participate.

Please complete a separate application for each product category.

Application deadline: 9 October 2026

SUBMIT YOUR APPLICATION HERE

Take the next step towards sourcing from Benin. Submit your application for consideration.

For enquiries:
IATFBUYERS@afreximbank.com
WhatsApp: +20 115 715 9114 / +20 100 978 1455