The Gateway to North Africa’s Fast-Growing Food Market

31 October 2025

LibyaFood Expo 2026 – The Gateway to North Africa’s Fast-Growing Food Market

March 29 – April 1, 2026 | Tripoli International Fair Ground, Libya

The 7th edition of LibyaFood Expo, the largest and most influential food industry event in Libya, will take place from March 29 to April 1, 2026, at the Tripoli International Fair Ground. This key exhibition serves as a dynamic platform for national and international food companies to connect, showcase innovations, and expand into one of North Africa’s most promising markets.

A Proven Platform for Growth

Since its inception in 2014 in Benghazi, LibyaFood has established itself as the leading event for the food, beverage, and processing sectors in the region. Building on its success, the exhibition later moved to Tripoli, the capital and commercial hub of Libya, attracting thousands of trade visitors and industry professionals every year.

Exhibition Highlights:

300+ exhibitors

22,000+ professional visitors

10+ participating countries

500+ media representatives

The LibyaFood Expo is the ideal opportunity to find reliable agents and distributors, meet new buyers and clients, and showcase your latest products and technologies to a diverse audience of food industry professionals from across North Africa and beyond.

Exhibit Profile

Exhibitors at LibyaFood 2026 will represent a broad spectrum of the food and beverage industry, including:

Rice, grains, cereals, and flavors
Spices, condiments, sauces, and herbs
Mineral and flavored water, juices, and beverages
Tea, coffee, and herbal infusions
Milk, cheese, dairy products, and ice cream
Fresh and processed fruits, vegetables, and seafood
Confectionery, snacks, bakery, desserts, chocolates, and sweets
Organic and diet food, olives and olive oil
Meat, poultry, honey, jam, frozen and canned food
Food processing, packaging, labeling, and printing equipment

Market Outlook

Libya’s food and beverage sector is expanding rapidly. Domestic demand for processed and staple foods—especially pasta, cereals, and dairy products—has risen sharply, driven by population growth and shifting consumption patterns.

In 2024, the Libyan food market reached USD 6 billion, with food imports valued at around USD 3.7 billion. Major suppliers include Turkey, Europe, Egypt, Tunisia, and Thailand, while India exported USD 246 million worth of food products to Libya, including confectionery, coffee, tea, dairy, spices, beverages, rice, cereals, edible oils, fruits, vegetables, and meat.

Libya’s food sector continues to offer substantial potential for both regional and international exporters, as the country relies heavily on imports to satisfy domestic demand.

Why Exhibit at LibyaFood 2026?

✅ Connect with qualified importers, distributors, and retailers

✅ Present your products directly to thousands of trade visitors

✅ Expand your brand presence in a high-demand, fast-growing market

✅ Gain valuable insights into consumer trends and local business dynamics