LTIF 2026 to Address Trade Challenges in Accra, Ghana

The Loveworld Trade & Investment Forum (LTIF) is set to take place in Accra, Ghana, on October 6-7, 2026, focusing on the complexities of intra-African trade. The forum aims to address the challenges faced by small businesses, such as the need for consistent production, accurate pricing, and understanding cross-border market requirements.

Nigeria, with approximately 41 million businesses, has seen small and medium informal businesses contribute only 6.21% to its exports, a figure that has likely remained around 10% due to foreign exchange and macroeconomic challenges. Similarly, Ghana's business landscape includes 1.87 million establishments, with 92.3% operating informally.

The first LTIF brought together over 1,500 business leaders and featured 20 speakers, including Joshua Chibueze of PiggyVest and Richmond Bassey of Bamboo. The upcoming forum seeks to foster discussions that go beyond merely increasing buyers, emphasizing the need for businesses to navigate trade requirements effectively.