Welcome to THE

UK AFRICA TRADE EXPO

BRIDGING HORIZONS: INVEST INNOVATE & INSPIRE

Connecting UK investors with Africa’s next wave of opportunity.

About UK Africa Trade Expo

The UK Africa Trade Expo (UKATE) is a premier platform designed to foster international trade, Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), and innovation between the United Kingdom and Africa. As a key event on the global business calendar, UKATE brings together policymakers, innovators, entrepreneurs, investors, and industry leaders to explore trade opportunities, forge strategic partnerships, and address global economic challenges. At UK Africa Trade Expo, we have one core mission, and that is to Advance Humanity in Africa…Together!

UKATE 2025 was a successful event

On October 24th, something BIG went down in Kensington, London and if you’re serious about business, wealth, legacy, or putting Africa on the global economic map…

You needed to be in that room.

Welcome to the UK-Africa Trade Expo 2025 where power meets opportunity, deals are made face-to-face and talk becomes action.

This was not some sleepy networking brunch with name tags and lukewarm coffee.
This was the real game.

Top-tier entrepreneurs, investors, government officials, policy makers, and disruptors from both continents under one roof,  opening doors, shaking hands, and forging partnerships that change futures.

👀 Did you want to export?
💼 Did you want to secure funding?
🌍 Did you want to build transcontinental business relationships?
✅ This is where it all happened!

🎟️ LIMITED SPOTS. Don’t wait.

UKATE Launches Queen Rider Program in Ile-Ife, Osun State, Nigeria.

UKATE, in collaboration with Simba TVS, proudly facilitated the launch of the Queen Rider Program in Ile-Ife, Osun State—a ground breaking initiative empowering women with practical skills to take control of their economic futures.

The Queen Rider Program, established by Simba TVS in 2017, provides women—especially those from underrepresented backgrounds—with comprehensive training in tricycle operation and maintenance. Beyond technical education, the program opens access to finance, mentorship, and business networks, enabling participants to launch and sustain their own transport ventures.

To date, the initiative has trained over 1,000 women across Nigeria, creating sustainable livelihoods and shifting gender norms in the mobility sector.

Now, as part of our ongoing mission to drive real change that transforms lives, UK Africa Trade Expo invites you to witness the impact first-hand. 

This is more than an event—it’s a space where trade meets transformation. Where stories like Queen Rider are not just told, but amplified. Where partnerships are born and opportunities are unlocked.

🎥 Watch the documentary on the Queen Riders of Ile-Ife—women who, one year after hitting the road, are building their own path forward.

🎟️ Get your tickets the UK Africa Trade Expo 2025 now.
Click the link below.

See the change. Be part of it.

Because at UKATE, real change means real life impact!

 

UKATE is built on three key pillars:

Connectivity

Creating meaningful partnerships that drive trade, investment, and human capital growth.

Innovation

Showcasing groundbreaking solutions and technological advancements.

Collaboration

Encouraging cross-border cooperation to foster economic empowerment.

UKATE is not just an event—it’s a movement aimed at unlocking opportunities, empowering businesses, and transforming industries through trade, technology, and sustainable economic development.

Our Mission: Advancing Humanity in Africa... Together!

To provide an unrivalled platform for UK and African businesses to connect, collaborate, and innovate, enabling sustainable economic development through collaboration.

Our Networking Platform's Power and Influence

At UK Africa Trade Expo (UKATE), our networking platform is more than just a place to exchange business cards—it is a high-calibre ecosystem designed to create tangible economic impact. Unlike other international trade expos that focus solely on one-off meetings, UKATE goes beyond traditional networking by facilitating real partnerships, strategic alliances, and long-term collaborations between the most influential decision-makers in business and government.

what makes us stand out

By combining cultural appreciation with economic collaboration, UKATE offers a distinctive platform that not only promotes trade and investment but also celebrates and integrates the diverse cultural identities of African nations into the business landscape

High-Impact Trade Conferences & Expos

Bringing together top business minds to discuss strategic trade partnerships.

Investment Forums

Connecting investors with Africa’s fastest-growing start up sectors and emerging opportunities.

Cutting-Edge Innovation Showcases

Highlighting technological advancements, including and business growth strategies.

Business Networking & Deal-Making Opportunities

Creating an environment where entrepreneurs and executives build lasting partnerships.

At UKATE, we believe that collaboration is the key to unlocking global prosperity—and our mission is to facilitate these connections.

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