Food Africa 2026 will take place from 7–10 December 2026 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC) in Cairo, Egypt, bringing together the global food and beverage industry at the heart of Africa’s most influential trade hub. As the continent’s premier international food exhibition, Food Africa serves as a powerful gateway connecting African, Middle Eastern, and global markets, and stands as a key driver of trade, innovation, and sustainable growth across the agrifood sector.
Over the years, Food Africa has established itself as the largest and most comprehensive food and beverage trade show in Africa, attracting thousands of exhibitors and visitors from around the world. The 2026 edition builds on this strong legacy, offering an expanded platform for international trade, high-level networking, and market entry opportunities across rapidly growing African and regional markets.
Food Africa 2026 provides a strategic business environment where manufacturers, producers, exporters, and solution providers can showcase their products and innovations to a highly qualified audience of buyers, distributors, retailers, and decision-makers. The exhibition is designed to generate tangible commercial outcomes through direct engagement, business matchmaking, and access to new distribution channels.
The event covers a broad spectrum of the food and beverage industry, including processed and packaged foods, beverages, fresh produce, agricultural commodities, ingredients, and advanced food processing and packaging technologies. Dedicated segments such as Fresh Africa, Dates Africa, and pacprocess MEA further strengthen the exhibition’s sector-specific focus and international appeal.
Key Highlights of Food Africa 2026
- Africa’s largest food and beverage trade exhibition, serving as a central meeting point for regional and global industry players
- International exhibitor participation from Africa, the Middle East, Europe, Asia, and beyond Strong buyer presence, including importers, distributors, wholesalers, retailers, and food service operators
- Specialized exhibition segments covering fresh produce, dates, food processing, packaging, and printing technologies
- Curated B2B matchmaking programs designed to facilitate high-quality meetings and long-term partnerships
- Hosted buyer and trade delegation programs supporting export growth and market access
- Comprehensive product showcase across the entire food value chain, from raw materials to finished goods
- Strategic location in Cairo, offering direct access to African, Arab, and Mediterranean markets
- Platform for innovation and trend discovery, highlighting new products, technologies, and solutions shaping the future of food
- Focus on trade development and food security, supporting sustainable growth across the region’s agrifood sector
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Food Africa 2025 - Highlights
