Access Bank Plc Targets Trade Reset with Africa Trade Conference 2026

Access Bank Plc, led by Group Managing Director and Chief Executive Officer Roosevelt Ogbonna, is focusing on resetting trade dynamics with the Africa Trade Conference (ATC) 2026. The bank's goal is to enhance intra-African trade and bridge trade finance gaps.

Ogbonna emphasized the importance of the conference in shaping Africa's role in global trade through policy dialogues and partnerships. Access Bank's extensive footprint across Africa positions it uniquely to facilitate cross-border trade and simplify business operations.

The ATC 2026 will spotlight Africa's potential within the African Continental Free Trade Area, exploring policy harmonization, infrastructure development, digital innovation, and financial solutions to unlock Africa's full trade capacity. The conference will delve into technology's role in sustainable trade practices, market access, and new financial models to support Africa's SMEs and industrial growth.