ABSA TURKEY-AFEX/CHINA-CANTON BUSINESS TRIP APRIL/MAY 2026

Business Trip Overview

• Organizer: Absa Bank Ghana, in partnership with Nita Travel & Shipping.
• Purpose: To help Ghanaian entrepreneurs and business owners connect with international manufacturers, suppliers, and business partners in China and Turkey through trade fairs, factory visits, and B2B meetings.

Travel Options

Option 1 – China Only

• Travel Dates: 24 April – 11 May 2026
• Route: Accra → Doha → Guangzhou (China) → Accra
• Package Price:
  • Single Room: US$3,500
  • Double Room: US$3,300

Option 2 – China & Turkey

• Travel Dates: 27 April – 18 May 2026
• Route: Accra → Guangzhou (China) → Istanbul (Turkey) → Accra
• Package Price:
  • Single Room: US$4,400
  • Double Room: US$4,200

Programme Highlights

Participants typically received:

• Return international airfare
• Hotel accommodation
• Visa assistance
• Attendance at the Canton Fair in Guangzhou
• Participation in AFEX (Africa Business Forum & Expo) in Istanbul
• Factory visits
• Wholesale market tours
• Business-to-Business (B2B) meetings
• Supplier sourcing and networking opportunities

Who the Trip Was For

The programme targeted:

• Importers and exporters
• Manufacturers
• Retailers and wholesalers
• Entrepreneurs seeking new suppliers
• SMEs looking to expand into international markets