London Mayor Sadiq Khan has embarked on the first-ever mayoral trade mission to Africa, beginning in Lagos, Nigeria, with plans to visit four cities over five days. The mission aims to strengthen cultural, business, and investment ties between London and African cities, focusing on key sectors such as finance, education, healthcare, technology, creative industries, and sustainability. Lagos, recognized as Africa's fastest growing tech ecosystem and a cultural powerhouse with Nollywood, Afrobeats, and fashion, was highlighted as a central hub of innovation and entrepreneurship. Khan emphasized the importance of expanding London's global outreach amidst rising trade barriers, noting that UK-Africa trade reached nearly £50 billion last year. The visit included engagements with Nigerian tech leaders, cultural events such as a visit to the Nike Art Gallery, and discussions on supporting Nigerian businesses investing in London. Khan also announced that City Hall will host the first-ever mayoral London-Africa business summit next year to further capitalize on economic opportunities. In Accra, Ghana, Khan joined the local mayor to announce a partner memorial to Victims of Transatlantic Slavery, linking it to a similar memorial planned in London. During the visit, Khan commented that the UK government made a mistake with its foreign student policy, highlighting the benefits international students bring to Britain. The trade mission underscores London's position as a leading global city expanding into Africa, with Southwark noted as home to one of the largest Nigerian communities in the UK, contributing to the borough's culture and economy.