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IATF2021 SUPPORTS AFRICA’S CREATIVE ECONOMY Organised by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) in collaboration with the African Union and hosted by the Government of Rwanda, IATF2021 will provide a platform for entry into a single market of over 1.2 billion people joined together by the African Continental Free Trade Area, serving as a marketplace bringing together continental and global buyers and sellers and showcasing goods and services.
SUPPORTING AFRICAN ECONOMIC INTEGRATION It will enable stakeholders to share trade, investment and market information as well as trade finance and trade facilitation solutions designed to support intra-African trade and African economic integration. In addition to establishing a business-tobusiness and a business-to-government exchange platform for business deals and advisory services, IATF2021 will also operate a Virtual Trade Fair on an interactive online platform accessible to all. It will also focus on Africa’s creative economy as well as the automotive industry with dedicated programs. A conference will run alongside the exhibition and will feature high-profile speakers and panellists addressing topical issues relating to trade finance, payments, trade facilitation, tradeenabling infrastructure, harmonisation of trade standards, industrialisation, regional value chains and investment. To register as a delegate or as an exhibitor for IATF2021 visit www.intrafricantradefair.com
GET READY FOR A NEW AND IMPROVED AFRICA AUTOMATION FAIR 2021 The industry is constantly transforming and so is the Africa Automation Fair. Positioned as the heartbeat of the industry in Africa, Africa Automation Fair has evolved and transformed to meet the needs of the industry and is now named the Africa Automation Technology Fair.
NEW SHOW INNOVATIONS With additional product categories and new show innovations in 2021, Africa Automation Technology Fair remains relevant in an everchanging industry, identifying and engaging the latest industry innovations and megatrends. The show remains focused on bringing you the latest automation technology developments, all found at Africa Automation Technology Fair 2021, the most comprehensive and focused automation technology platform in Africa.
Did you know? Did you know? Having real-time data can help manufacturers understand lead times and provide more accurate estimates and timelines. Additionally, automated devices improve repeatability that can improve quality and reduce variability in production. Overall, automated monitoring offers a more predictable model to make business decisions from, while providing transparency for all stakeholders. (Source: www.machinemetrics.com)
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