TRADE FAIR PROFILE
Cairo, Egypt
Food Africa – International Food & Beverage Trade Exhibition in Cairo
Food Africa
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THE FAIR
A closer look.
Food Africa is a trade exhibition in Cairo connecting food and beverage producers with importers, distributors, retailers and foodservice buyers from Egypt, Africa, the Middle East and beyond. For beverage sourcing teams, the event brings juice, energy drinks, bottled water, coffee and tea into the same marketplace as packaged foods and specialty product categories.
Juices, water, energy drinks, coffee and tea are listed product profiles.Halal, organic and private-label products are named specialty categories.Hosted Buyers and B2B Matchmaking support structured introductions.Fresh Africa, Dates Africa and interpack MEA are separate co-located events.
DATES & LOCATIONS
Published editions
11th Food Africa 2026
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Dates shown in Africa/Cairo
Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC), Cairo, Egypt
Edition sources4
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7–10 December 2026, 10:00–18:00 daily at Egypt International Exhibition Center, Cairo.
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Official visitor page says online registration closed, email notification option offered on 2 November 2026.
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Edition-specific exhibitor enquiry form with contact fields.
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Food Africa 2026 7–10 December at EIEC Cairo, organiser consortium and 10:00–18:00 daily hours.
10th Food Africa 2025
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Dates shown in Africa/Cairo
Egypt International Exhibition Center (EIEC), Cairo, Egypt
Edition sources1
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9–12 December 2025, 10:00–18:00 daily at Egypt International Exhibition Center in Cairo. Organizer consortium stated.
WHO & WHAT TO EXPECT
Sectors & audiences
Exhibition sectors
- Bakery, Cakes & Desserts
- Beverages
- Canned & Chilled Food
- Canned & Chilled Seafood
- Chocolate & Confectionery
- Condiments, Sauces & Preserves
- Snacks
- Dates
- Eggs
- Energy Drinks
- Fresh Fruits & Vegetables
- Frozen Food
- Grains, Cereals & Flour
- Herbs & Spices
- Honey & Jam
- Ice Cream
- Juices
- Meat & Poultry
- Milk, Cheese & Dairy Products
- Mineral, Spring & Flavoured Water
- Nuts & Dried Fruits
- Edible Oils
- Olives & Olive Oil
- Organic & Healthy Food
- Rice
- Tea, Coffee & Herbal Infusions
- Baby Food
- Dairy-Free Products
- Gluten-Free Products
- Ethnic Foods
- Food Franchises
- Halal Products
- Organic Products
- Private Label Products
- Ready Meals
- Special Diet & Functional Food
Exhibitor profiles
- Beverage manufacturers
- Packaged food producers
- Private-label product suppliers
- Organic and specialty food brands
- Fresh and frozen food exporters
Visitor profiles
- International importers
- Distributors and wholesalers
- Retail purchasing professionals
- Supermarket and hypermarket teams
- Foodservice wholesale buyers
- Restaurant and café buyers
- Hotel and hospitality procurement
- Airline catering buyers
- Catering companies
- Bakery and confectionery businesses
- Government procurement representatives
- Food and beverage professionals
USEFUL TO KNOW
Frequently asked questions
Where should a buyer look for juice, water or specialty drink ranges?
Start with the organiser's Juices, Beverages, Energy Drinks, Mineral, Spring & Flavoured Water, and Tea, Coffee & Herbal Infusions profiles. Check each supplier's actual formats, certifications and market availability directly.
Can buyers arrange meetings with exhibitors before the event?
The organiser describes a B2B Matchmaking platform and a separately qualified Hosted Buyers Program. Check eligibility and access after registration. The programmes do not guarantee a meeting or commercial agreement.
Is online visitor registration open for Food Africa 2026?
No. On 2 November 2026 the organiser's registration page said online registration was closed and offered an email notification option. Recheck the official page for any change before travelling.
CHECK THE DETAILS
Official sources
Read what each source supports and when it was checked. For the latest information, consult the organiser.
View profile sources9
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Cairo trade-show identity, 11th edition in 2026, professional food and beverage buyers and co-located show identities.
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IFP Egypt, IFP Group, Konzept and Messe Düsseldorf organizer identities.
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26 food categories and 10 specialty product categories, including beverages, juices, energy drinks, water, tea, coffee and private label.
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Official visitor group list including international importers, wholesalers, retail, foodservice, hospitality and institutional purchasing.
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Trade-only event, general public not admitted, under-16 restriction and no on-site retail selling.
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Qualified procurement executives and pre-arranged buyer meetings. Eligibility and application handled by organiser.
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Matchmaking process for registered exhibitors and visitors, company profiles and pre-arranged meetings.
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Cairo airport reference and general travel guidance.
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Product showcasing, international exporters, importers, distributors, retail and B2B meetings.