Africa: ACIS 2026 Set to Open $40trn Africa-Caribbean Investment Market
AllAfrica
February 19, 2026
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The 2026 Afro-Caribbean Investment Summit (ACIS) aims to unlock $40 trillion in trade and investment opportunities across Africa, the Caribbean, and the Americas. This event, set to take place from March 23-28, 2026, in Abuja, will focus on strengthening economic partnerships between African and Caribbean nations. The summit builds on the success of its inaugural edition in 2025, which achieved milestones like the launch of direct flights, agricultural agreements, and infrastructure deals. These achievements have paved the way for expanded opportunities in trade and investment.
The 2026 ACIS will feature two specialized summits: the Afri-Caribbean Agriculture and Food Security Summit (March 23-24) and the Afri-Caribbean Health Summit (March 26). These events aim to enhance regional cooperation, improve food security, and open new markets for African exports. By targeting sectors like agriculture, healthcare, renewable energy, and digital technology, the summit seeks to foster sustainable economic growth and reduce import dependency in the Caribbean.
The event will also include structured B2B and B2G matchmaking sessions, an Investor Deal Room managed by investment promotion agencies, and sector-specific engagements. Over 2,000 participants are expected, including government leaders, multilateral institutions, and private sector luminaries. The summit’s focus on South-South cooperation is particularly significant as current trade between Africa and the Caribbean stands at less than one percent of total global trade.
This initiative underscores the growing recognition of Africa-Car
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Originally published on AllAfrica on 2/19/2026