Trade
Opening practical routes for bilateral commerce and resilient supply chains.
Our mission
The gateway connecting Slovenia and Africa
We are a platform for information, opportunities, partnerships and strategic insight—serving organisations, governments, investors, entrepreneurs and researchers.
Who we are
An international platform with a singular purpose
Slovenia Africa Institute for International Cooperation was founded to strengthen ties between Slovenia and the 54 nations of Africa. We bring together public and private sectors, academic institutions and civil society to advance trade, investment and innovation.
Through curated intelligence, strategic forums and pilot projects, SAI turns bilateral ambition into measurable economic and human-development outcomes—anchored in transparency, sustainability and mutual respect.
“Progress moves faster when expertise, capital and local knowledge sit at the same table.”
Our pillars
Five ideas guide everything we do
Investment
Directing responsible capital into ventures with measurable impact.
Diplomacy
Creating durable government-to-government and institutional cooperation.
Innovation
Supporting joint research, technology transfer and entrepreneurial exchange.
Sustainability
Embedding environmental and social value into every programme.
How we work
Built for credible, practical cooperation
Mutual benefit
Every partnership is built to create lasting value on both continents.
Evidence first
Our programmes begin with trusted local intelligence and clear outcomes.
Long-term presence
We remain engaged from first conversation through delivery and growth.
Take part
Bring your ambition to the table
Become a member, partner with us on a project, or speak directly with the SAI team.