Empowering Trade & Investment for a Thriving Business Community
In every part of the world building reliable and credible business networks is not an easy task. This is why the Chamber steps in to fill such gaps for the business communities so as to help them grow by creating business links with potential partners to bolster mutual benefits. Business communities can testify to a variety of opportunities that have come their way through international trade fairs organized by the chamber while networking at such events. Interaction and exchange of ideas is an essential ingredient to keeping up with the dynamic and ever changing face of the business scene and if one is to keep on track the most appropriate mode would be to take advantage of the networking platforms that the chamber offers to its members. The network is being created by organizing and participating in trade fair, exchange of delegation, B2B, among others.
As part of ECCSA’s Core functions,
The trade Facilitation Division supports the private sector particularly Exporters relating to export trade. The Division work with exporters, whether first-time or experienced, to identify their opportunities and to solve their challenges. Moreover the Trade Facilitation Division supports the simplification and associated information flows required to move goods from seller to buyer. The Division desire to improve the trade environment and reduce transaction cost of exporters. In order to achieve these activities, Chamber works closely with Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Customs Commission and other relevant organizations.
Major services offered:-
- Certificate of Origin and COMESA certificate of Origin
- Commercial Invoice
- Packing list
- Document authentication
- Recommendation letter to Embassy
- Recommendation letter to Ministry of Foreign Affairs
- Free sale certificate
- Information sharing to private sectors
- Information sharing to relevant organizations
- Organizes and participates in trade missions and business delegations.
- Facilitates B2B (business-to-business) matchmaking events.
- Promotes Ethiopian products and services in international markets.
- Supports foreign direct investment (FDI) attraction efforts.
- Assists in identifying and accessing new market opportunities for Ethiopian businesses.
- Provides technical and managerial training for SMEs and large enterprises.
- Conducts mentorship programs to support emerging entrepreneurs.
- Facilitates access to financial resources and investment opportunities.
- Supports digital transformation and technology adoption in businesses.
- Promotes best practices in corporate governance and business leadership.
- Establishes partnerships with international chambers of commerce and trade organizations.
- Collaborates with global institutions to access funding and technical assistance.
- Participates in regional and international trade agreements and negotiations.
- Engages in cross-border business initiatives and regional economic integration efforts.
- Hosts the Ethio-Chamber International Trade Fair, the largest business exhibition in Ethiopia.
- Organizes business forums, summits, and investment conferences.
- Facilitates networking events and sectoral business roundtables.
- Coordinates sector-specific trade shows to showcase industry potential.
- Strengthens connections among businesses through networking platforms.
- Supports industry-specific working groups and committees.
- Facilitates experience-sharing sessions with successful entrepreneurs.
- Enhances members’ access to business resources and opportunities.
- Promotes women-led businesses and provides targeted training.
- Encourages youth entrepreneurship through startup incubation programs.
- Facilitates access to financing for women and young entrepreneurs.
- Supports business mentorship programs to guide aspiring entrepreneurs.
- Promotes the adoption of e-commerce and digital trade platforms.
- Supports SMEs in leveraging digital marketing and online business strategies.
- Encourages innovation and startup ecosystem development.