NORTHERN ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS 2025

  1. 15NORTHERN ENTREPRENEUR AWARDS 2025 TO CELEBRATE REGIONAL BUSINESS EXCELLENCE The Chamber of Commerce and Industries of Yarlpanam (CCIY), in collaboration with the National Enterprise Development Authority (NEDA), is honoured to organise the prestigious Northern Entrepreneurs Awards 2025 ceremony. This event is scheduled to be held on 29 th December 2025 in Jaffna. 

 

The business community of the Northern Province is set to gather for a recognition and celebration at the highly anticipated Northern Entrepreneur Awards 2025. This event aims to honour the vision, innovation, and resilience of the most dynamic entrepreneurs and enterprises driving economic growth in the Northern region. The awards ceremony will showcase success stories across various categories, including Start-up of the Year, Green Business Award, and Entrepreneur of the Year. 

 

The Northern Entrepreneur Awards serve as a vital platform to inspire the next generation of business leaders and to highlight the significant contribution of the private sector to the region’s development. The event is expected to attract key figures from industry, government, and investment sectors. 

 

  1. JAFFNA INTERNATIONAL TRADE FAIR 2026 -JITF 2026 Jaffna will become a hub of international commerce and networking with the announcement of the 16th edition Jaffna International Trade Fair (JITF) 2026. The trade fair is scheduled to take place over three days, from Friday, 23rd to Sunday, 25th of January, 2026. This annual event is organized by the Chamber of Commerce & Industry of Yarlpanam (CCIY) and Lanka Exhibition & Conference Services Pvt. Ltd. 

 

Building on previous successes, JITF 2026 is poised to be the largest trade exhibition in the Northern Province, providing a strategic platform for local businesses to connect with international buyers, investors, and distributors. The event will feature exhibitors from a diverse range of sectors, including agriculture, technology, manufacturing, tourism, and handicrafts. 

 

Attendees can expect a packed agenda of B2B meetings, product showcases, and seminars on key industry trends. The trade fair is a cornerstone event for fostering new partnerships and showcasing the unique export potential of the region to a global audience.  

 

Event: Jaffna International Trade Fair 2026 (JITF 2026)  

 

Dates: Friday, 23rd – Sunday, 25th January 2026