The Afrika-Verein der deutschen Wirtschaft e.V. (German-African Business Association, AV), founded in 1934, is a non-profit trade association based in Berlin and Hamburg, promoting economic ties between Germany and African countries. With over 500 members, including corporations, SMEs, and NGOs, its key activities include:Networking: Hosting over 100 annual events, like the German-African Energy Forum and German-Nigerian Business Forum, to connect business and political leaders.Trade Missions: Organizing delegations to African markets, including Nigeria, to explore opportunities.Advocacy: Shaping trade-friendly policies through political dialogues.Information Sharing: Publishing Afrika Wirtschaft magazine and market analyses.Support Programs: Backing startups and women via initiatives like Indeed Africa! and Women in Power.