Iranian Trade Diplomacy in Africa — 21‑Photo Documentary Archive (Accra, Ghana, 2007)

A rare and historically valuable documentary photo collection capturing “The First Solo Trade Exhibition of the Islamic Republic of Iran”, held at the Ghana International Trade Fair Centre, Accra, from 23–29 November 2007.

These images document a period of active Iranian commercial outreach in West Africa, long before today’s geopolitical climate, making them relevant for researchers, journalists, educators, and documentary creators.

All photos are original, taken on location in 2007, and preserved in high resolution (3466 × 2616 px).

They show booths, products, Iranian flags, posters, branding, visitors, and exhibition displays.

A few images appear twice under different lighting conditions (with and without flash), preserving the authenticity of the event environment.

What’s Included

• 21 original documentary photographs
• Resolution: 3466 × 2616 px
• Taken at the Iranian Solo Trade Exhibition, Accra, Ghana
• Date: 23–29 November 2007
• Subjects include:
• Iranian trade booths
• Product displays
• Posters, banners, and national flags
• Visitors and staff
• Exhibition hall and layout
• Some photos include flash / no‑flash variations for accurate documentation of lighting conditions

All files are delivered as high‑quality (3488x2616) JPEGs.

Why This Archive Matters

These images document:

• Iran’s economic diplomacy in West Africa during the 2000s
• A rare example of state‑organized foreign trade outreach
• Pre‑sanctions era Iranian international engagement
• Cultural and commercial soft‑power strategy in Africa
• A moment in time that has gained new relevance due to current Middle East dynamics

This makes the archive valuable for:

• academic research
• journalism and media reporting
• documentary films
• political analysis
• exhibitions and publications
• historical reference collections

Usage Rights

These photos are provided under editorial/documentary licensing with the following terms:

Permitted:

• Use in books, magazines, newspapers, academic papers
• Use in documentaries, films, and video productions
• Use in exhibitions, lectures, and educational materials
• Use on websites, blogs, and news platforms
• Use in research, analysis, and historical documentation
• Printing for physical display

Not permitted:

• Reselling the digital files
• Uploading the files to stock photo platforms
• Uploading or selling them as digital downloads on Payhip, Etsy, Redbubble, etc.
• Using the images for print‑on‑demand merchandise

Credit Requirement:

All editorial or published uses must include the credit line:

© Remo Kurka

This ensures proper attribution while allowing broad legitimate use.

Price

£79 for the complete 21‑photo archive.

A fair and accessible price for a unique, historically relevant documentary collection not available anywhere else.