HOSTEX 2026 – Africa’s Premier Food, Drink & Hospitality Exhibition

8–10 March 2026 | Sandtown Convention Centre, Johannesburg

Hostex 2026, the leading trade fair for the food, drink and hospitality industries in Africa, will take place from 8 to 10 March 2026 at the Sandtown Convention Centre in Johannesburg.

Marking an important milestone in its long-standing history, Hostex continues to be a driving force for innovation, networking and collaboration. The exhibition serves as a strategic platform for companies entering and expanding in Africa’s dynamic hospitality markets. It brings together international and local businesses to showcase innovations, connect with industry leaders and build meaningful partnerships.

Exhibit Profile includes:

• Food manufacturers, traders, exporters, wholesalers, importers and distributors

• Food ingredients, specialty retail, delicacy and farm shops, independent retail

• Food service and catering, bulk equipment

• Furnishings and décor, technology and new innovations

Product Profile covers:

• Confectionery & bakery products and ingredients

• Organic and processed food, spices, farm produce, fresh fruits & vegetables, meat products

• Bakery heavy machinery and equipment

• Packaging, kitchen & hotel equipment, refrigeration solutions

• Hospitality, décor and housekeeping products

• Software solutions, gift items, and more

Hostex 2026 is set to become the region’s key meeting point for innovation and business opportunities, reaffirming its role as Africa’s leading food, drink and hospitality exhibition.

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