Afreximbank Cancels 2026 Annual Meetings in Egypt’s New Alamein, Shifts Shareholders’ Meeting to Correspondence
The Board of Directors of the African Export-Import Bank (Afreximbank) has decided to cancel the bank’s 2026 Annual Meetings, which were scheduled to take place in Egypt’s New Alamein City from June 24 to 28, citing exceptional circumstances and regional developments.
In a statement, the bank said the decision was taken after careful consideration of the evolving situation in the region and its potential impact on the successful organization of the event, which was expected to bring together senior government officials, policymakers, business leaders, investors, and representatives of financial institutions from across Africa and beyond.
Afreximbank also announced that its 32nd Annual General Meeting of Shareholders will no longer be held in person and will instead be conducted through written resolutions and official correspondence in accordance with the bank’s governing regulations.
The lender noted that the move is intended to ensure the continuity of its governance processes while safeguarding the interests of shareholders and stakeholders amid the prevailing circumstances.
The annual meetings are among the most significant gatherings on Africa’s economic and financial calendar, traditionally serving as a platform for discussions on trade, investment, economic integration, industrialization, and financing opportunities across the continent.
The cancellation comes as regional geopolitical tensions continue to affect travel plans, large-scale international events, and business activities across several markets.
Afreximbank did not immediately announce alternative dates or locations for the canceled meetings, but indicated that further updates regarding future engagements and shareholder communications would be provided in due course.
The bank remains committed to advancing its mandate of promoting intra-African trade, supporting economic development, and facilitating investment flows across the continent through its financing programs and strategic initiatives.