Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has successfully concluded a series of trade missions to Africa, organising a total of 1,460 bilateral business meetings in Ghana, Ethiopia, and South Africa.
The missions brought together companies from Dubai with potential partners across the continent, with the participation of 45 Dubai-based companies operating across diverse sectors. The meetings were designed to support the international growth of companies operating in Dubai, unlock new business opportunities, and strengthen trade and investment partnerships with African business communities.
The chamber organised 276 bilateral business meetings in Ghana, 510 meetings in Ethiopia, and 674 meetings in South Africa. As part of the missions, Dubai Chamber of Commerce also hosted business forums in each market, attracting a total of 1,721 participants including senior officials, business leaders, and representatives of local companies.
H.E. Mohammad Ali Rashed Lootah, President and CEO of Dubai Chambers, commented: “Africa represents one of the most dynamic regions in the global economy and offers significant opportunities for trade, investment, and private sector partnerships. Through these missions, we are creating direct connections between companies in Dubai and their counterparts across African markets, enabling businesses to explore new opportunities, build strategic partnerships, and contribute to mutual economic growth.”
The trade missions were organised as part of Dubai’s drive to further strengthen trade and investment ties with Africa. Non-oil trade between Dubai and Africa exceeded US$ 145.9 billion in 2025, achieving 51% year-on-year growth. During the 10 years from 2016 to 2025, Dubai’s non-oil trade with Africa amounted to around US$ 657 billion, increasing by around 325% over the decade.
This growing momentum is also reflected in Dubai Chamber of Commerce’s membership, with the number of African companies registered as active members reaching 30,409 in 2025, representing 14.3% year-on-year growth.
Dubai International Chamber currently operates seven representative offices across Africa, which play a vital role in identifying opportunities, strengthening business ties, and supporting the growth of trade and investment flows between Dubai and African markets.
