About SWEACC

A meeting place for people and businesses with a shared interest in Sweden and East Africa.

Established in 2010

The Swedish–East African Chamber of Commerce was established in November 2010 as the first Swedish chamber of commerce dedicated to exploring business prospects in Africa, particularly within the East African Community.

Our objectives are to serve as a networking hub for business professionals and to organise seminars offering insights into the region’s economy and private sector. The Chamber also provides a platform for embassies and distinguished visitors to meet the Swedish and diaspora business communities.

What we do

  • Networking events, seminars, conferences and business lunches.
  • Trade missions connecting Swedish companies with East African markets.
  • Market research and consulting to support successful business strategies.
  • Advocacy for our members in Sweden and East Africa.
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Partnership agreement signing at a SWEACC gathering

Members and partnerships

Our members span healthcare, ICT, energy, manufacturing and other industries, bringing together individuals, businesses and organisations from the public and private sectors.

SWEACC has built relationships with the Swedish Ministry for Foreign Affairs, Sida, Business Sweden and regional chambers of commerce in Sweden and East Africa.

From our activity report

Business forums and cluster meetings recorded in SWEACC’s 2025 activity report.

November 2025 · Addis Ababa

Ethiopia–Sweden Business Forum

Organised with the Ethiopian Embassy in Sweden, the Swedish Embassy in Ethiopia and Business Sweden.

Together withEmbassy of Ethiopia in SwedenEmbassy of Sweden in EthiopiaBusiness Sweden
September 2025

Healthcare & Impact

A cluster event bringing together members working in healthcare.

May and October 2025

Green City

Two cluster events focused on sustainable development.

Our board

Birgitta Piippola

Alternate board member

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