From Charity Nwakaudu, Abuja
The Canada-Africa Trade and Investment Expo 2025, scheduled to take place from July 23 to 25, 2025, in Toronto, will bring together key government, business, and academic leaders to foster resilient and sustainable development across agriculture, technology, health, and education sectors.
In a statement made by the event’s key organizers, including Chief Organizer Godfrey Ajayi Sunday and Regional Operations Executive for Africa, Adeola Bukoye, of Gconsulting International Services in an interview with the media in Abuja.
The statement explained that the Expo aims to generate actionable insights and build partnerships between Canada and Africa, driving long-term economic growth, adding that registration for the event closes on May 15, 2025, and interested participants are encouraged to contact G insulting International Services for further details.
According to the statement,Key stakeholders of the Nigerian government will be represented at the event, including Sen. George Akume, Nigeria’s Secretary of State; Ambassador Yusuf Maitama Tuggar of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Jumoke Oduwole, Nigeria’s Minister of Trade and Investment; and Olatunbosun Tijani, Nigeria’s Minister of Communications, Innovation, and Digital Economy.
Other notable figures include Muhammed Ali Pate, Minister for Health and Social Welfare; Abubakar Kyari, Minister of Agriculture and Food Security; and Hon. Abike Dabiri-Arewa, Chairman/CEO of the Nigerians in Diaspora Commission (NIDCOM).
Sunday highlighted that this year’s Expo will emphasize the role of agriculture, technology, health, and education in achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The event seeks to strengthen partnerships and foster knowledge exchanges between Canadian and African institutions while promoting investment in these critical sectors.
Even as he noted that the Expo will provide valuable opportunities for a range of participants, government executives, business leaders, technology innovators, educational institutions, and agricultural stakeholders are set to gather at the Canada-Africa Trade and Investment Expo 2025 to explore opportunities for growth and collaboration between the two regions.
He disclosed that the event promises to offer valuable insights into policies designed to promote foreign investment, public-private partnerships, and sustainable development.
He added that government officials will gain key perspectives on fostering investment-friendly environments, while business leaders will explore expansion opportunities and secure funding through networking with potential partners and investors from both Canada and Africa.
He stressed that technology innovators will have the chance to stay ahead of digital transformation trends and discover collaboration possibilities in agriculture, finance, and education, noting that educational institutions will look into academic exchanges and research partnerships, aligning themselves with the changing demands of the global labor market. Meanwhile, agricultural stakeholders will learn about sustainable farming practices, agri-tech innovations, and potential technology transfers to boost productivity and food security.
, “The Expo is expected to yield several important outcomes, such as strategic bilateral agreements and Memorandums of Understanding (MoUs) between Canadian and African institutions, paving the way for long-term collaborations. Significant investment deals are anticipated, which will drive job creation and economic growth in both regions. Participants will also engage in a knowledge exchange, gaining actionable insights and case studies that can improve various sectors. Furthermore, government officials will have the opportunity to discuss policy recommendations for creating regulatory frameworks conducive to growth. The Expo is also expected to see the launch of innovative products, providing new avenues for partnership.”
He stated that with a focus on agriculture, technology, health, and education, the Expo is set to have a broad impact across key sectors.
“The adoption of smart farming technologies is expected to boost agricultural productivity, enhance food security, and open new export markets for local farmers. In the technology sector, digital transformation will drive improvements in public services and foster economic diversification. Innovations in healthcare technologies will expand access to quality healthcare, addressing critical needs in both Africa and Canada. In education, the Expo will contribute to strengthening educational programs and vocational training initiatives, ensuring that the workforce is equipped with the skills required to meet future economic challenges,” he said.