HOSTEX 2026, 8–10 March 2026, Johannesburg

12 September 2025

HOSTEX 2026 – Africa’s Premier Food, Drink & Hospitality Exhibition
8–10 March 2026 | Sandtown Convention Centre, Johannesburg

HOSTEX 2026 will take place from 8–10 March 2026 at the Sandtown Convention Centre in Johannesburg, South Africa. Recognised as Africa’s premier trade exhibition for the food, drink and hospitality industries, the event continues to play a key role in driving innovation, networking and collaboration across the sector.

The upcoming edition will serve as a strategic gateway to Africa’s expanding hospitality and food markets, offering international and local exhibitors a platform to present new products, showcase technological advances and build long-term business connections.

Exhibit Profile:

Food Manufacturers, Exporters, Importers, Distributors & Wholesalers
Food Ingredients, Specialty Retail, Delicatessen & Farm Shops
Food Service Providers / Caterers, Catering & Bulk Equipment Suppliers
Furnishings, Décor, Technology and New Innovations

Product Sectors:

Confectionery & Bakery Products and Ingredients
Organic and Processed Foods, Spices, Farm Produce, Fresh Fruits & Vegetables
Meat and Dairy Products
Heavy Bakery Machinery and Equipment
Tentage, Décor & Packaging Solutions
Kitchen & Hotel Equipment, Refrigeration, Software Solutions
Hospitality, Housekeeping Products & Gift Items

With a long-standing tradition and international reach, HOSTEX 2026 is set to consolidate its position as the leading platform for Africa’s food, drink and hospitality industries.

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