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Subscribe to the newsletterLunch with the Ambassador of Tanzania
SWEACC Chair Joachim Davidsson had lunch with Ambassador Swahiba Mndeme, who represents Tanzania in the Nordic countries. She was joined by Minister Aloyce Kway, who will work on trade issues at the Tanzania Embassy in Stockholm. The lunch was a chance to get to know each other better, and we talked about mutual contacts as well as agriculture, transport, healthcare and many other important business sectors. The Swedish Government has phased out most of its bilateral development cooperation with Tanzania, but that does not mean business and private-sector partnerships have ended or will end. Last year Tanzania was Sweden’s largest export market in East Africa, with exports of around SEK 660 million, followed by the DRC and Kenya. Imports from Tanzania amounted to only SEK 125 million, so there is a lot of room to grow trade. We look forward to working with Ambassador Mndeme and the new team. For example, our member LM International is involved in the upcoming Tanzania Digital Health and Innovation Forum in Dar es Salaam next month, and other members work in infrastructure and energy. Tourism also matters, and in agriculture we need to find more ways to do business with Tanzania. For business and private-sector partnerships between Sweden and Tanzania or East Africa, contact us at info@sweacc.se.
Together withEmbassy of Tanzania in Stockholm
SWEACC at the opening of Kongo Groove Festival
SWEACC was invited to the opening of Kongo Groove Festival, taking place in Stockholm this week. The festival is the first of its kind, and we hope it will become an annual event: a week of culture, music and much more. We learned more about Congolese music and culture and met Ambassador Léopold Bompese Lofemb, representing the DRC, once again, as well as Ambassador Noureldaime Abdelgadir from the Embassy of Sudan. We discussed both culture and agricultural business, and those conversations will continue. Within SWEACC we will discuss creative business further, and we believe the diaspora is important for the success of such new partnerships. We see potential for more exports of East African music, film and food products to Sweden and the rest of the Nordic region, and perhaps also IT and gaming partnerships. If creative business interests you and your company, contact us at info@sweacc.se.
Uganda–EU Business Forum 2026, a networking success
SWEACC has concluded its participation in the Uganda–EU Business Forum, which proved a success in networking with companies in Uganda. We return to Sweden with a large number of expressions of interest as well as invitations to meetings and cooperation with other chambers of commerce to develop business and partnerships between Europe and Uganda as well as the wider East Africa region. SWEACC will now develop its role in Uganda’s broader private-sector ecosystem. In renewable energy and other sustainable business we see many opportunities for Swedish companies in Uganda and East Africa. For more information about our work in Uganda, contact us at info@sweacc.se.
Swedish and Kenyan organisations meet to discuss cancer care
Healthcare & Impact brought together around 60 participants, in person and online, to discuss cancer in Kenya. The meeting was organised with Kenya Healthcare Federation (KHF) and Flemingsberg Life Science Cluster. Presentations explored how Swedish companies can contribute to earlier cancer detection and better healthcare systems. SWEACC looks forward to continued cooperation and welcomes more companies to the cluster.
Together withKenya Healthcare FederationFlemingsberg Life Science Cluster
Ethiopia Nordic B2B explores investment and business opportunities
SWEACC and the Embassy of Ethiopia in Sweden organised a B2B session on investment in Ethiopia. Around 60 people joined at the embassy and online. We thanked Ambassador Mehreteab Mulugeta for the cooperation ahead of the end of his assignment in Sweden. Sweden’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Magnus Lennartsson, also attended. Discussions built on SWEACC’s cooperation agreement with the Ethiopian chamber of commerce, ECCSA.
Together withEmbassy of Ethiopia in Sweden
SWEACC establishes a finance group
SWEACC’s new finance group held its first meeting. Led by Alf Persson, the group also includes Birgitta Piippola and Faith Chesire. It will monitor opportunities for financial support for the chamber’s activities. Members with suggestions are welcome to contact SWEACC.
Annual general meeting elects SWEACC’s board
Joachim Davidsson was re-elected chairman for another year. Amen Hultström, Alf Persson and Janet Magato were elected as board members for two years. Heaven Bereket continues as vice chair alongside previously elected members Tom Walsh, Tamara Nerima, Mercy Mbabazi and Sauda Luzze. We welcome the new board members and thank everyone who contributes to the chamber’s work.
Green City and IVL discuss circular economy in East Africa
SWEACC and IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute organised a joint Green City meeting on Circular Economy in East Africa. Participants heard case studies from Uganda and Kenya, alongside projects in energy, waste management and renewable energy. SWEACC sees opportunities for Swedish companies in sustainable business and looks forward to further cooperation with IVL.
Together withIVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute
SWEACC and KHF sign a memorandum of understanding
SWEACC and Kenya Healthcare Federation signed a memorandum of understanding on business and partnerships in the private healthcare sector. The signing took place at Ambassador Håkan Åkesson’s residence in Nairobi. Board member Tamara Nerima represented SWEACC, while KHF was represented by its CEO, Dr Anne Musuva.
Together withKenya Healthcare Federation
Closer cooperation with Ethiopia’s chamber of commerce
SWEACC signed a memorandum of understanding with the Ethiopian Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations (ECCSA). Joachim Davidsson and ECCSA Vice President Dr Aynalem Abayneh signed the agreement. The aim is to create more business opportunities and partnerships between Sweden and Ethiopia.
Together withEthiopian Chamber of Commerce and Sectoral Associations
Visit to Habesha Creative Lab
During the EU Ethiopia Business Forum, SWEACC visited Habesha Creative Lab and took part in the Ethio-French CreaTech Forum. Young talents work here in areas including game development, AI and virtual reality. The visit highlighted opportunities for cooperation between Sweden and Ethiopia in digital skills and talent development. SWEACC will continue exploring these opportunities with Swedish companies.
SWEACC attends EU Ethiopia Business Forum
SWEACC attended the EU Ethiopia Business Forum in Addis Ababa. Conversations with European companies highlighted interest in local production, processing and trade with Ethiopia. The EU also presented infrastructure investments. SWEACC sees opportunities for Swedish companies in ICT, environmental technology, infrastructure and healthcare, while continued political and economic development remains important.
Green City discusses transport electrification
The Green City cluster met to discuss transport electrification in East Africa. Examples included electric motorcycle taxis operated by women in Kampala. Participants also heard about the Nordic Africa EV Summit in Oslo and Addis Ababa. SWEACC sees business opportunities for Swedish companies in the region’s transition to electric transport.
Ethiopia–Sweden Business Forum 2025
SWEACC organised the Ethiopia–Sweden Business Forum with the Embassy of Ethiopia in Sweden, the Embassy of Sweden in Ethiopia and Business Sweden. Around 20 Swedish companies and approximately 100 participants from Ethiopia took part. The Swedish delegation was led by Vice Minister for Foreign Affairs Dag Hartelius. Two days of business meetings laid the groundwork for further contacts and partnerships.
Together withEmbassy of Ethiopia in SwedenEmbassy of Sweden in EthiopiaBusiness Sweden
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Ethiopia at the Forefront of Circular Economy: Driving Sustainable Growth and Innovation
SWEACC’s article on Ethiopia’s circular economy, sustainable growth and innovation.
