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Nigeria – South African Trade & Tourism Conference
Overview
This event is a forum hosted with the objective of promoting Bilateral trade and Tourism flows between Nigeria (WA) and South Africa. The seminar section will examine the use of our naira – Rand local currencies to facilitate bilateral trade which is aimed at reducing their exposure to forex monetary trade restrictions and value fluctuations. We will also discuss how to facilitate Nigerian investors seeking to invest in South Africa in sectors such as Construction & Real Estate, Blue Economy, Hospitality, Agriculture, Minning, manufacturing industries, Oil & Gas, Power, Renewable Energy, Refining and Petrochemicals and vice versa. In this event, we will also enlighten the audience about African Diaspora Investment Gateway (AfDIG) through which the diaspora businessmen and investing community can easily interface with Nigerian and South African Governments and Prospective local business partners for investment purposes.
The exhibition section will be taking place in parallel at a nearby hall. South African and Nigerian Hotel owners will leverage this event to showcase their hospitality assets and Hotels. Bullion Offshore will exhibit Marine vessels, shipyard and Construction services alongside sponsor companies. 2 Workshops and Breakout sessions will Run in parallel with the exhibitions as indicated in the Daily program below. The vote of thanks will appreciate TRAND app for supporting the event.
Speakers & Panelists:
Top Government officials, Subject matter experts, Diaspora professionals & CEOs
Daily Program:
| PROGRAM ITEM | TIME | PROGRAM ITEM DESCRIPTIONN & NOTES |
| Welcome address | 9.00 – 9.05 am | Welcome address, Introductions & Recognitions by event anchor |
| Seminar | 9.05 – 9.55am | Seminar by Keynote Speaker(s) with Q & A sessions |
| Panel Discussion | 10 – 10.30am | Panel discussion by 2 Subject matter experts with 10 mins Q & A session |
| Workshop 1 | 10.30– 11.30am | Break out session for paying delegates (Deep dive discourse, High level networking and deal making) |
| Lunch / Awards | 11.30– 12.30pm | General Lunch Combined with Special Recognitions and Awards |
| Workshop 2 | 3pm – 3.45pm | Break out session for paying delegates (Deep dive discourse, High level networking and deal making) |
| Exhibition: Hall B | 9am – 4pm | Exhibitors in various booths, Bullion Offshore and sponsors showcasing products and services. |
Event Topics:
| Seminar Topics & Panel Discussion: | Workshop Topics: |
| Deepening Bilateral trade negotiations between Nigeria and South Africa
Expanding the trade network of Nigerian and SA businesses in Tourism/other sectors Reduction and elimination of Import duty across various sectors to double trade vol |
Eliminating barriers, facilitating Business, Tourism & Edu. travel documentation
Diaspora participation as the game changer in PPP investments in the region diversify the profile of bilateral cooperation, seeking new areas |
Who should Attend?
| Government /NDDC Officials | Policy makers | Shipping companies | Government agencies | Students and NYSC members |
| Customs | Navy | Clearing Agents | Freight forwarders | Real Estate developers |
| Diasporas | Importers and Exporters | Legal practitioners | Bankers | Food products manufacturers |
| Oil workers | Shipping lines | Airline workers | Hotel owners | Travel Agencies |
Category of Exhibitors?
Companies into: Shipbuilding, Marine Equipment, Engine, Propulsion Systems, Ship & Boat Operation Equipment, Marine Technology, Electronics / Electrical Engineering, Ports Equipment & Port Technology, Cargo Handling Systems, Freight Forwarding Equipment & Storage, Maritime Security, Navigation & Communication Technology, Deck Crane / Machinery / Vessel Equipment, Fire / Safety / Survival Equipment, Fuel & Lubrication, Interior, Rope, Paints & Coating, Processing & Packing Equipment, Ship Repair, Offshore LPG / LNG, Drilling Vessel, Heavy Lift Vessel, Transporters.
Registrations, Enquiries & Tickets
Attendance is free for all virtual (roundtable) events; however, visitors that want to attend Physical events will get a free pass upon registering online. Visitors with Free pass can only visit exhibition stands but will not have access to seminars, workshops, Awards, High level networking, etc.
“Delegates” are the paying participants. Delegates have access to attend Seminars, Workshops, Panel discussions, Lunch, Awards and High-level networking. When you register on this portal, you will get a form with payment details and a Free pass ticket. Payment of Registration fee is required before you get a Delegate ticket. Payment details are in the delegate row of the same forms that you receive when you register online.
| Registration Category (Form) | Early Bird (Earlier than 1 month to event) | Standard Fee (1 to 4 weeks before event) |
| Delegates Registration (seminar & Tea break) | $15 | $ 20 |
| Workshop: 2 Breakout session | $15 (for 2 Workshop sessions) | $ 20 (for 2 Workshop sessions) |
| Lunch Ticket (Award session) | $5 | $ 10 |
| Exhibitors (Exhibition stand) | $35/m2. Minimum area = 3m (Exhibition space is limited to 20 – 50 Exhibitors only) | |
| Visitors (Free pass – No payment) | Visitors on Free pass can only see exhibition stands, but can’t access seminars and workshops | |
| Speaking Enquiry (By Industry professionals) | Honorarium may apply | Honorarium may apply |
Ticket Total Cost for Delegates: Early bird tickets = $10 – $25. Standard tickets = $20 – $50. Exchange rate = #1,500: 1$ (Workshop & lunch is optional)
Contact us
E-mail: [email protected]
Phone: Uche @ 0810 310 1109, Anderson @ 0807 411 1009