Launched in November 2022, the Africa Trade Exchange (ATEX) is a leading B2B and B2G e-commerce platform built to boost trade across Africa and with global partners. Developed by the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank), ATEX is a key pillar of the Africa Trade Gateway (ATG) — a digital ecosystem designed to simplify and digitalize trade on the continent
ATEX enables secure, transparent, and efficient trade by connecting verified buyers and suppliers, supporting both public procurement and private sector commerce. It helps businesses and governments source goods, access market information, manage logistics, and obtain trade finance — all in one trusted digital environment.
ATEX is the B2B and B2G component of the Africa Trade Gateway (ATG), a suite of trade-enabling platforms developed by Afreximbank to support intra-African trade and international trade with Africa.
It is purpose-built to serve as a digital marketplace for both the public and private sectors, offering verified access to trusted partners across the continent.
ATEX was officially launched in November 2022, with strong institutional support from:
Ensuring institutional trust and access to trade finance.
Linked to ATG tools like MANSA, TRADAR Club, and ATG Connect
All participants undergo due diligence to ensure secure transactions.
Comprehensive supply chain and order tracking solutions.
Integrated financing solutions for seamless trade operations.
Our mission at ATEX is to transform how trade is conducted across Africa by providing a trusted, inclusive, and technology-driven digital marketplace. We aim to bridge the gap between buyers and suppliers across African countries and international markets, with a focus on credibility, ease of access, and meaningful trade support.
We recognize that many African businesses face challenges such as fragmented markets, limited access to financing, supply chain inefficiencies, and verification concerns. ATEX addresses these issues by offering a centralized platform that connects verified participants, simplifies trade processes, and integrates financial and logistical support — all within one ecosystem backed by Afreximbank.
We ensure credibility at every step.
We unite stakeholders across sectors and borders.
We leverage technology to overcome trade challenges.
We work to create real, measurable trade outcomes.
We deliver consistent value, efficiency, and support.
