Africa Food Show 2025 Set to Transform F&B Sourcing in Cape Town

The Africa Food Show 2025, Africa's most influential food and beverage (F&B) sourcing event, is set to take place from 10-12 June 2025 at the Cape Town International Convention Centre 2 (CTICC 2). Backed by the globally renowned Gulfood brand, the event aims to reshape trade connections across the continent's growing F&B sector.

With over 300 exhibitors, 6,000+ trade visitors, and participants from more than 30 countries, the show offers a unique platform for sourcing, networking, and learning. It will spotlight a wide range of sectors including retail-ready food, beverages, bakery, catering, and food tech solutions, along with trending categories like plant-based, non-GMO, and health-forward products.

Opportunities on the Rise

Africa's F&B sector is booming. According to industry data, the market is projected to reach $1 trillion by 2030, up from $313 billion currently. Food imports alone are expected to rise to €92.41 billion annually by 2025, and the e-commerce food segment is forecasted to grow at an average of 18.19% annually from 2021 to 2025, reaching €2.38 billion in 2025.

This growth is not just driven by consumption. The food economy accounts for 35% of urban employment, and 60% of food-related jobs are in the restaurant sector. With Africa's population set to nearly double to 2.5 billion by 2050, the continent presents a long-term growth opportunity for F&B brands and suppliers globally.

What to Expect at the Show

Visitors can look forward to:

1) Access to 350+ top local and international exhibitors

2) 15 international country pavilions featuring leading global innovations

3) Live product demos, exclusive product launches, and tech showcases

4) World-class culinary competitions including the Game of Chefs, Global Pizza Challenge, National Burger Challenge, and The South African Baker's Challenge

5) Complimentary entry to the Hotel & Hospitality Expo Africa, offering exposure to the broader hospitality supply chain

For Exhibitors and Visitors Alike

The Africa Food Show is more than a trade fair-it's a strategic gateway into Africa's fast-growing F&B value chain. For exhibitors, the event offers access to high-quality leads, direct engagement with buyers and retailers, and opportunities to establish strategic partnerships across the region.

Visitors benefit from three days of immersive learning, business matchmaking, and real-time exposure to the latest consumer trends and product innovations.

For more information and free visitor registration, visit: www.theafricafoodshow.com