GTR Africa has established itself as one of the leading annual gatherings focused on trade, supply chain, infrastructure, and commodity finance across the continent, celebrating 20 years in 2026.
GTR Africa returns to Cape Town International Convention Centre, CTICC 2, on March 12–13, 2026..
Shipping and Freight Resource is delighted to be a media partner for this must-attend event in the trade calendar.
Following a record attendance of over 700 delegates in 2025, the 2026 edition returns to Cape Town with a broad cross-section of the African and international trade finance ecosystem.
What to expect at GTR Africa 2026
Across two days, the conference will bring together senior representatives from banking, export credit agencies, development finance institutions, corporates, insurers, legal advisors, and solution providers..
As per the organisers, the programme includes:
- 70+ senior speakers
- 30+ exhibitors
- 8+ hours of structured networking
- Enhanced connectivity through the event app, meeting zones, and digital business cards
The agenda traditionally addresses market access, risk mitigation, structured trade finance, infrastructure development, commodity flows, and regulatory developments affecting African trade corridors.
For professionals operating in shipping, freight, logistics, and supply chain, these discussions are directly relevant. Capital structures, payment security, liquidity constraints, and credit risk ultimately influence cargo movement, trade flows, and commercial certainty.
Why this matters
Shipping and trade finance operate within the same ecosystem. Decisions taken in credit committees affect cargo release, while liquidity conditions affect shipment timing..
GTR Africa provides a platform where these interdependencies are examined at policy, institutional, and transactional levels..
For readers and network members of Shipping and Freight Resource, this creates an opportunity to engage beyond operational execution and understand the financial architecture shaping African trade..
Shipping and Freight Resource offers its readers
- Complimentary corporate rate passes are available for eligible non-financial corporates (subject to the organiser’s discretion)
- 10% discount on standard rate passes is available for others
To confirm eligibility, interested participants should register their interest via www.gtreview.com/gtrafricapromo.
When completing the registration form, under “Who invited you,” please choose Shipping and Freight Resource.
Event details
GTR Africa 2026
March 12–13, 2026
Cape Town International Convention Centre, CTICC 2
Further information: www.gtreview.com/gtrafrica
For those active in African trade, supply chain, and finance, this remains a relevant forum for structured discussion and professional engagement..
We look forward to seeing you in Cape Town..
