ABOUT THE FAIR
The "East Africa Food & Beverages Expo", which was held for the first time in 2023, is an international trade fair specializing in food and beverages, as well as their packaging and transportation. It takes place annually at the Old Kampala Secondary Senior School in Kampala, Uganda. Professionals from the food and beverage industry and related sectors such as viticulture, confectionery, food technology, agricultural suppliers, production equipment, and transportation gather here.
The organizer is Alconext, led by Eyez Investments Ltd., which is committed to showcasing the latest innovations and technologies in the industry and providing a forum for professional exchange.
The expo features a wide range of products and services from the food and beverage industry. These include fresh and processed foods, organic and conventional products, frozen foods, specialties, and regional delicacies. There is also a broad selection of alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and confections. Innovative packaging solutions, packaging machines, labeling, and coding technologies are also displayed. The fair also covers the agricultural sector with products such as seeds, fertilizers, and pesticides, and showcases technologies for yield enhancement and food processing equipment. From professional kitchen machines and equipment to complete kitchen setups for the hospitality industry, comprehensive solutions are offered. Cold chain technologies and fleet management are also part of the fair's offerings.
The expo is not just a platform for presenting products and services but also a venue for technical conferences and seminars with experts, making it an important educational and networking event in the region. Highlights include product showcases and the opportunity to gain insights into new market trends and technologies.
The fair plays a significant role as a catalyst for local and regional economic development, promoting agricultural and food technologies, and strengthening international trade in Kampala and Uganda. It attracts exhibitors from various sectors of the food industry, and the main visitors are professionals from production, distribution, import/export, and retail.
Located in the heart of Kampala, the Old Kampala Secondary Senior School is ideally situated for such a significant event due to its central and historic location. Its accessibility enhances the appeal of the fair and helps to establish Kampala as a central hub for food and beverages in East Africa.
The East Africa Food & Beverages Expo in Kampala took place from Wednesday, 29. January to Friday, 31. January 2025.