Industry Events

CGIAR Science & Partnership Week 2027 is coming to India in April 2027. CGIAR will convene the global agrifood community to advance science for resilient food systems—innovation, equity, and climate action.

Event Timing and Significance

The event comes at the midpoint in the CGIAR 2025–2030 Science Portfolio—a pivotal moment to reflect on progress, share evidence of what's working, and accelerate delivery toward impact.

Event Theme

"Science for Resilient Food Systems: Innovation, Equity, and Climate Action"

Focus Areas

The week will focus on:

• Translating cutting-edge research into actionable solutions

• Strengthening partnerships

• Scaling impact for people, nature, and climate

Event Purpose

CGIAR Science & Partnership Week 2027 brings together the global agrifood community to turn science into impact. The event provides a platform for reflecting on progress, sharing evidence, and accelerating delivery of solutions.

Who Should Plan to Attend

• Agricultural researchers and scientists

• Development partners and donors

• Government officials in agriculture and climate

• Private sector partners in agrifood systems

• Civil society organizations

• Climate action practitioners

• Food systems experts

• Innovation specialists

• Equity and inclusion advocates

• CGIAR partners and collaborators

Event Status

Further details – including program development and opportunities to engage – will be shared in the coming months.

Event Details

• Date: April 2027

• Location: India

• Organizer: CGIAR

• Context: Midpoint of CGIAR 2025–2030 Science Portfolio

• Focus: Research translation, partnerships, scaling impact

Watch the official CGIAR channels for program updates, registration information, and engagement opportunities as they become available in the coming months.

Agri Expo serves as a gateway to the future of agriculture, showcasing smart farming solutions, sustainable technologies, and innovative practices that enhance productivity, optimize resources, and support global food security.

Event Details

• Dates: February 1-3, 2027

• Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Daily

• Location: Cairo International Convention Centre, Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt

Event Purpose

The 12th International Exhibition and Conference for Agricultural Supplies brings together local and international leaders to showcase the newest agricultural technology and research. Hot topics of innovative agricultural solutions will be exhibited and discussed with field experts eager to discover current developments in the local market.

Exhibition and Conference

Both the exhibition and conference are backed by local and international leaders committed to advancing agricultural innovation.

Main Activities

12th Agricultural Scientific Conference Over 50 seminars presented by senior consultants and research professors. Sessions cover the latest in agricultural science, research findings, and best practices.

Egyptian Agriculture Festival Awards recognize the highest-performing seniors in the Egyptian agricultural industry, the biggest farms, and leading traders. The festival celebrates excellence and innovation in the sector.

What You'll Find

The exhibition showcases smart farming solutions and sustainable technologies. You can explore innovations in resource optimization, productivity enhancement, and food security approaches relevant to Egyptian and regional agricultural contexts.

The conference brings together experts who can discuss emerging trends, research developments, and practical applications.

Who Should Attend

• Agricultural equipment manufacturers and suppliers

• Farmers and farm owners

• Agricultural technology providers

• Input suppliers and distributors

• Agricultural researchers and consultants

• Government officials in agriculture

• Agricultural extension officers

• Equipment dealers and retailers

• Agricultural investors

• Food security professionals

• Sustainable agriculture practitioners

Event Value

You gain access to cutting-edge agricultural solutions and research findings from leading experts. The event combines exhibition opportunities with knowledge exchange through the scientific conference.

The Egyptian Agriculture Festival component recognizes industry leaders and innovations, providing visibility for outstanding agricultural businesses and practices.

Event Details

• Event: Agri Expo 2027

• Edition: 12th International Exhibition and Conference

• Dates: February 1-3, 2027

• Location: Cairo International Convention Centre, Nasr City, Cairo, Egypt

• Hours: 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM Daily

• Focus: Smart farming, sustainable technologies, agricultural innovation, productivity, food security

• Components: Exhibition, scientific conference (50+ seminars), Egyptian Agriculture Festival with awards

• Format: International exhibition and conference

Visit the official Agri Expo website at agriexpo-eg.com for exhibitor information, visitor registration, conference program details, and awards information.

Growtech West Africa is West Africa's premier agriculture and agri-tech exhibition. The event connects 5,000+ agriculture decision-makers actively seeking solutions to improve productivity, manage climate challenges, enhance water efficiency, and strengthen food security across the region.

Three Focused Sectors

Agriculture Agriculture across West Africa is evolving rapidly, driven by population growth, food security programmes, and government investment in local production and import substitution.

This sector connects suppliers of irrigation, seeds, mechanization, and post-harvest solutions with farms and agribusinesses working to improve productivity and reduce losses.

Aquaculture Aquaculture is becoming a key pillar of food security across West Africa, driven by rising fish consumption, declining wild stocks, and government efforts to boost local production.

From hatcheries and feed to pond systems and cold chain solutions, this sector connects suppliers with farmers and stakeholders working to scale sustainable fish farming.

Livestock, Poultry & Animal Health Livestock and poultry production remain essential to meeting West Africa's growing demand for affordable protein. Growth is driven by population expansion, urbanization, and investment in local meat, egg, and dairy production.

This sector connects suppliers of feed, breeding, veterinary, and farm solutions with producers working to improve productivity and animal health.

Who Should Attend

• Agricultural equipment manufacturers and suppliers

• Irrigation technology providers

• Seed companies

• Mechanization solution providers

• Post-harvest equipment suppliers

• Aquaculture operators and hatcheries

• Fish feed manufacturers

• Cold chain solution providers

• Livestock and poultry producers

• Veterinary service providers

• Animal feed manufacturers

• Government agricultural officials

• Investors in West African agriculture

• Agribusiness companies

• Farmers and cooperative leaders

Event Value

You gain access to West African agriculture decision-makers actively seeking solutions. The event concentrates suppliers and buyers across three critical food production sectors in one location.

The platform creates opportunities to showcase innovations, connect with regional buyers, and understand market needs specific to West African contexts.

Event Details

• Dates: January 26-28, 2027

• Location: Landmark Centre, Lagos, Nigeria

• Expected Visitors: 5,000+ agriculture decision-makers

• Sectors: Agriculture, aquaculture, livestock, poultry, animal health

• Focus: Productivity, climate resilience, water efficiency, food security

• Scope: Rooted in West Africa, built for global agribusiness

• Format: Exhibition

Visit the official Growtech West Africa website for exhibitor information, visitor registration, and the complete event program.

The Sugar Industry Innovation Symposium & Expo 2026 takes place December 8-10, 2026 at The Grand Royal Swiss Hotel in Kisumu, Kenya.

Event Purpose

Kenya's sugar industry is entering a period of renewal. Lasting recovery requires more than restoring production. It requires stronger institutions, productive farms, efficient factories, competitive markets, sustained investment, and practical innovation.

The Sugar Industry Innovation Symposium & Expo captures the task now facing Kenya's sugar industry: turning recovery into lasting resilience, efficiency, and growth.

Event Theme

"Building the Next Chapter of Kenya's Sugar Industry"

Why Collaboration Matters

The industry cannot build its future through isolated interventions. Farmers, millers, researchers, government, investors, innovators, technology providers, and development partners all have roles in strengthening the value chain.

The symposium brings together the people shaping that future.

Who Should Attend

• Sugar cane farmers and farming groups

• Sugar mill operators and managers

• Agricultural researchers studying sugar production

• Government officials in agriculture and industry

• Technology providers serving the sugar sector

• Input suppliers for sugar production

• Equipment manufacturers for milling and processing

• Investors in sugar industry recovery

• Development partners working in the sector

• Innovation specialists in agricultural technology

• Market analysts and traders

• Value chain development professionals

What You'll Experience

The symposium combines knowledge sharing with practical exhibition space. You'll engage with innovations and solutions addressing production efficiency, farm productivity, milling technology, and market competitiveness.

Networking opportunities connect you with others working to rebuild Kenya's sugar sector into a profitable, resilient industry.

Event Details

• Dates: December 8-10, 2026

• Location: The Grand Royal Swiss Hotel, Kisumu, Kenya

• Focus: Sugar industry recovery, resilience, efficiency, innovation, value chain strengthening

• Participants: Farmers, millers, researchers, government, investors, innovators, technology providers, development partners

• Format: Symposium with exhibition

Visit the official event page for registration information, program details, speaker lineup, and exhibitor information.

The East Africa Coffee Market & Conference is the premier event bringing together coffee producers, roasters, exporters, buyers, and industry leaders from across the world. This event creates an experience where East Africa's finest coffees meet global buyers to explore new market opportunities, forge trade agreements, and discuss key industry trends.

Event Theme

"From Farm to Flavor: Quality, Compliance & Market Growth"

Why Participate

EACMC functions as a continuous pipeline connecting producers to markets, solutions to demand, and ideas to execution. Participants benefit from sustained engagement through Regional Coffee Days and the Nairobi Grand Expo, not just a one-off event.

Market Access

The conference creates direct connections between East African coffee producers and international buyers. You can access global markets and develop relationships with key purchasers.

Networking Opportunities

The event provides a platform for stakeholders across the coffee value chain to network and form strategic partnerships. You can connect with producers, buyers, service providers, and industry decision-makers.

Logistics Support

The conference addresses logistical challenges faced by coffee producers in accessing international markets. You'll discover solutions for shipping, documentation, and market entry.

What You'll Experience

Expert-led sessions provide practical insights into market trends and production best practices.

Cuppings, tastings, and coffee experiences showcase quality and flavor profiles.

Direct networking with industry players creates partnership opportunities.

Discover innovations and new opportunities across the coffee value chain.

Who You'll Meet

Smallholder farmers and cooperative leaders share production expertise and market access needs.

Global buyers and exporters seek quality coffee sources and long-term partnerships.

Policymakers shape trade policies and regulations affecting the sector.

Financiers and investors explore opportunities in coffee production and processing.

Innovators develop technologies and services supporting the industry.

Who Should Attend

• Coffee farmers and producers

• Coffee cooperatives and farmer organizations

• Coffee roasters and processors

• Coffee exporters and traders

• International coffee buyers

• Coffee retailers and cafe operators

• Equipment and technology suppliers

• Financial institutions and investors

• Policymakers in agriculture and trade

• Coffee quality specialists and cuppers

• Supply chain and logistics providers

• Coffee enthusiasts and industry professionals

Event Value

You gain access to global coffee markets and connect with international buyers seeking quality East African coffees. The conference helps you understand market trends, quality expectations, and compliance requirements.

If you produce coffee, you can showcase your product and build buyer relationships. If you buy coffee, you access suppliers and quality products directly.

Event Details

• Event: East Africa Coffee Markets & Conference (EACMC) 2026

• Theme: From Farm to Flavor: Quality, Compliance & Market Growth

• Focus: Coffee production, quality, market access, trade, compliance

• Format: Conference with tastings, networking, and expo

• Components: Regional Coffee Days and Nairobi Grand Expo

• Participants: Producers, buyers, exporters, roasters, investors, innovators

Visit the official EACMC website for event dates, location, registration information, and the complete program schedule.

The Africa International Agricultural Expo takes place October 23-25, 2026 at KICC in Nairobi, Kenya. The event serves as a catalyst for lasting business and agricultural growth.

Event Theme

"Gathering Global Agricultural Technologies and Innovations to Advance Modernization of African Agriculture"

Event Objectives

Promote Trade and Market Access

Create opportunities for producers, agribusinesses, exporters, and service providers to access new markets and establish business linkages.

Facilitate Investment and Partnerships

Attract investors, development partners, financiers, and strategic collaborators across the agricultural value chain.

Showcase Innovation and Technology

Demonstrate modern technologies, mechanization solutions, digital tools, and climate-smart agricultural practices.

Strengthen Knowledge Exchange

Facilitate conferences, workshops, and technical forums for sharing best practices, policy insights, and emerging trends.

Position Kenya as a Gateway to Africa

Leverage Kenya's strategic location and infrastructure to connect global players with agricultural opportunities in the region.

Event Purpose

Agri Africa creates meaningful connections between visitors, exhibitors, buyers, innovators, and institutions, then helps nurture them toward value-creating outcomes.

Event Details

• Dates: October 23-25, 2026

• Location: KICC, Nairobi, Kenya

• Expected Participants: 5,000+ visitors, 200+ exhibitors from 10+ countries

• Focus: Agricultural technologies, innovations, modernization, trade, investment

• Format: Expo with conferences, workshops, technical forums

Visit the event website for exhibitor information, visitor registration, floor plan, program details, and support unit information.

The Africa Financial Inclusion Summit & Expo 2026 addresses a critical challenge. Financial inclusion remains limited in Africa with current estimates showing only about 43% of people have access to bank accounts in Sub-Saharan Africa.

The Challenge

Financial exclusion contributes to poverty and inequality, leading to low levels of economic growth. Although South Africa's financial inclusion is estimated at about 69% (access), many people only use accounts to receive salary or grants and lack access to other financial services.

Mobile technology penetration and innovative fintech solutions have accelerated financial inclusion progress. Yet the cost of most financial services remains a barrier to serving low-income, marginalized, and mostly rural communities.

Why Financial Inclusion Matters

Financial inclusion can play a catalytic role in reducing poverty and inequality and accelerate achievement of sustainable development goals across the continent. Financial inclusion has been identified as an accelerator and enabler of economic growth and a critical solution for achieving Sustainable Development Goals.

Summit Purpose

The Africa Financial Inclusion Forum endeavors to advance and promote financial inclusion in Africa through innovation, disruptive technologies, policy interventions, and cutting-edge fintech technologies and services.

Key Discussion Topics

The summit explores multiple themes across the financial sector:

Financial inclusion from a continental perspective and within individual countries like South Africa. Policy and regulatory frameworks that enable or constrain financial inclusion.

Financial inclusion across specific services including banking, savings, insurance, credit, payments, investments, pensions, loans, and mortgages.

The role of financial literacy in supporting inclusion efforts.

Barriers and Solutions

Sessions address key barriers and challenges in deepening financial inclusion, particularly the cost of financial services. The summit explores developing financial inclusion infrastructure and frameworks.

Digital transformation and how it supports inclusion goals. Mobile penetration as a catalyst for financial inclusion.

Special Focus Areas

Bridging the gender equality gap through gender lens financial inclusion. Developing financially inclusive products and services that meet diverse needs.

Innovative credit solutions for small, medium, and micro enterprises (SMMEs). Impact of diaspora remittances in supporting financial access.

The role of blended finance in accelerating financial inclusion efforts.

Outcomes and Impact

How financial inclusion can accelerate achievement of sustainable development goals. Financial inclusion innovations and solutions across Africa through case studies, research, and surveys.

Financial inclusion as a driver of economic growth and prosperity.

Who Should Attend

• Financial services institutions and banks

• Fintech companies and digital payment providers

• Insurance companies

• Microfinance organizations

• Policymakers and government officials

• Regulators in financial services

• Development organizations and NGOs

• Mobile money and digital wallet operators

• Credit unions and savings groups

• Investment and pension fund managers

• Women entrepreneurs and SMMEs

• Youth finance innovators

• Technology companies serving financial inclusion

Event Value

You'll gain insights into innovative approaches to financial inclusion across Africa. The summit addresses practical barriers and solutions relevant to serving underserved populations.

Sessions explore how technology, policy, and new business models can expand access to financial services. You can identify partnerships and opportunities that advance financial inclusion in your region.

Event Details

• Region: Southern African Forum

• Scope: Continental focus on Africa

• Focus: Financial inclusion, fintech innovation, policy frameworks, economic growth

• Topics: Banking, insurance, credit, payments, investments, digital transformation, gender lens inclusion

• Format: Summit and exposition with discussions and showcases

• Registration: Early bird registration available

Check the official Africa Financial Inclusion Forum website for event dates, location, registration information, and the complete program schedule.