About this opportunity
Applications are now open for the Africa Trade Competitiveness and Market Access Programme (ATCMA–ECCAS) , an EU-funded initiative supporting businesses operating in the timber, cocoa, and cassava value chains across Central Africa. Implemented by the International Trade Centre (ITC) and the United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in partnership with the Economic Community of Central African States (ECCAS) , the programme aims to strengthen the competitiveness of SMEs and improve their access to regional and international markets.
Benefits and support
Selected businesses may receive technical support, including: Support with quality assurance and certification Assistance on traceability and sustainable production practices Business assessments and modernization plans Support for digitalisation and process improvement Technical training and coaching Export development support Opportunities to participate in trade fairs, exhibitions, and business matchmaking events.
Eligibility
The call targets organizations operating within the timber, cocoa, and cassava value chains , including: Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) Producers Processors Exporters Cooperatives Professional associations Other businesses involved in the three priority sectors across ECCAS member countries. Programme Objectives Through the regional survey, the programme seeks to: Map businesses operating in the targeted value chains Identify key competitiveness and investment needs Understand constraints affecting business growth Guide future technical assistance and support activities Strengthen coordination with existing development initiatives.
Why This Matters The ATCMA–ECCAS programme is part of a broader EU initiative running from 2025 to 2029 to improve trade competitiveness and industrial development in Central Africa. By supporting SMEs in strategic sectors such as timber, cocoa, and cassava, the programme aims to help businesses meet international standards, increase value addition, and access new regional and global markets.
Important: Completing the questionnaire is part of the programme’s identification and needs assessment process. Submission does not automatically guarantee selection or technical support .
Application timeline
August 7, 2026 (11:59 p. m.
GMT+1).
Application steps
Interested businesses can complete the official ATCMA–ECCAS questionnaire through the application portal
Sources and verification
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