African Trade Insurance Agency

The African Trade Insurance Agency (ATI) is a multilateral political risk and credit insurer established in 2001 and headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. It offers a range of risk solutions aimed at supporting trade and investment across African member states. ATI provides investment and trade credit insurance, surety bonds, and reinsurance products, as well as insurance against political violence, terrorism, sabotage, breach of contract, and political risk. Additionally, the agency offers short-term liquidity support services and counter-guarantees. ATI serves a diverse clientele, including contractors, exporters, importers, intermediaries such as brokers and insurers, investors, lenders, and manufacturers, along with African governments and agencies, particularly within the energy sector. With 16 African nations and 10 institutional members as shareholders, ATI plays a crucial role in enhancing economic stability and growth in the region.