About Us
About Us
East Africa Business Connect (EABC) 2026 is a flagship regional platform designed to connect businesses, investors, and institutions to drive trade, investment, and economic transformation across East Africa.
Background
The East African region continues to experience rapid growth in entrepreneurship and trade. However, many businesses especially SMEs, women-led, and youth-led enterprises face challenges in accessing markets, financing, and strategic partnerships.
EABC 2026 addresses these challenges by providing a structured platform that enables businesses to connect, learn, and grow.
EABC is designed to:
- Facilitate cross-border trade within the East African Community
- Promote inclusive economic growth
- Strengthen public-private sector collaboration
- Support SMEs and emerging enterprises
Vision
It to position East Africa as a globally competitive hub for trade, investment, and innovation.
Mission
To create a dynamic platform that connects businesses, investors, and institutions, enabling sustainable growth and regional economic integration.
Our Approach
East Africa Business Connect (EABC) 2026 adopts a strategic, results-driven approach to advancing regional trade, investment, and enterprise growth. The platform is designed to create meaningful connections between businesses, investors, and policymakers while delivering measurable impact for all stakeholders.
Market Access & Business Visibility
Strategic Partnerships & Networking
Investment & Trade Facilitation
Capacity Building & Knowledge Sharing
Media & Brand Exposure
Inclusive Economic Growth
Event Organisers
Organised by:
The East Africa Business Connect (EABC) 2026 is a flagship trade and investment platform of DVC Foundation, a non-profit organization established in 2014 and dedicated to advancing sustainable development, enterprise growth, and regional integration across Africa.
EABC is implemented through the Foundation’s strategic platforms, including the Africa Women’s Empowerment Secretariat (AWES) a flagship initiative focused on empowering women and youth-led enterprises, promoting inclusive participation in trade, and strengthening access to regional and international markets.
Through this integrated ecosystem, DVC Foundation convenes policymakers, private sector leaders, development partners, and innovators to unlock high-value business opportunities and drive sustainable economic transformation across East Africa.
Call to Action
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