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Food Africa and interpack MEA 2026 to Drive Trade and Industrial Growth Across Africa and the Middle East
Organized by IFP Group, Konzept, and Messe Düsseldorf, Food Africa 2026 in its 11th edition and interpack MEA 2026 in its 7th edition will take place from 7 to 10 December 2026 at the Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC) in Cairo, bringing together the food, processing, packaging, and printing industries on one integrated platform.
Building on the success of previous editions, the co-located platform has welcomed more than 1,200+ exhibitors and 37,000+ trade visitors from over 160 countries, reinforcing its position as a key meeting point for global industry stakeholders.
Africa’s Food Market on the Rise
Africa’s food and agribusiness market is projected to reach USD 1 trillion annually by 2030, driven by population growth, urbanization, and rising demand. Egypt, strategically positioned at the crossroads of Africa and the Middle East, continues to strengthen its role as a regional hub for food production and trade.
Within this context, Food Africa 2026 stands as Africa’s largest and most influential international food and beverage trade exhibition, connecting global manufacturers, exporters, buyers, and distributors with high-growth markets and sourcing opportunities. Over more than ten editions, the event has become a proven B2B platform where partnerships are built and brands expand into new markets.
interpack MEA: Driving Industrial and Technological Growth
Running alongside Food Africa, interpack MEA 2026, formerly pacprocess MEA, is the leading international trade exhibition for processing, packaging، and printing technologies in the Middle East and Africa. As part of the interpack alliance, the exhibition connects regional industries with advanced technologies, automation solutions, and sustainable innovations shaping the future of manufacturing.
interpack MEA provides a focused B2B marketplace where manufacturers, suppliers, and technology providers explore innovation, build partnerships, and unlock new business opportunities across the region.
One Platform, Complete Value Chain
The co-location of Food Africa and interpack MEA creates a fully integrated platform connecting food production with processing, packaging, and printing technologies. This synergy enables exhibitors and visitors to explore the entire value chain — from food products to advanced manufacturing solutions — within a single destination.
The scale of the co-located exhibitions further reinforces their impact, with 50,000 sqm of exhibition space, 1,200+ exhibitors from 51 countries, 37,000+ trade visitors, 500+ hosted buyers, and over 100,000 meetings and connections recorded during the previous edition.
High-Impact Business Features
Both events are designed to deliver measurable business outcomes through initiatives such as the Hosted Buyers Program, the B2B Matchmaking Platform, and a Specialized Conference addressing market trends, sustainability, and innovation across Africa and the Middle East.
Food Africa also features a Live Cooking Show, while interpack MEA offers additional value through its Official Mobile App and Industry Awards, including the SAVE FOOD Design and Sustainability Design Award Egypt.
For more information, please visit www.foodafrica-expo.com and www.mea.interpack.com
About Konzept
Konzept is a Cairo-based exhibitions and events management and marketing consultancy firm. Established in 2011 by a group of young and dynamic entrepreneurs with over 30 years of experience in the field. “Working with a mission in mind to utilize all of our expertise in order to provide businesses with impactful and innovative business solutions and activities that help them expand their market reach and export goals.
About IFP EGYPT
IFP Egypt is a member of IFP Group, the Middle East’s most accomplished event organizer with a rich experience of over 45 years and more than 660 international exhibitions with worldwide recognition. IFP Group organizes some of the region’s top trade fairs, designed to be ideal platforms for foreign and local companies doing business in the Middle East and Africa, and seeking exposure among top regional buyers and decision-makers.
About Messe Düsseldorf
Messe Düsseldorf is among the most successful trade fair companies worldwide. It hosts around 40 trade fairs, including 20 leading international trade fairs at its 613,000 sqm exhibition center on the Rhine. The global network of the group of companies encompasses 77 foreign representatives for 141 countries – including 7 international subsidiaries
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