3

Days

350+

Exhibitors

8000+

Trade visitors

60+

Participating countries

Global supply.
African demand.
One powerful marketplace.

Africa Food Show becomes Anuga Select South Africa

Africa Food Show is evolving into Anuga Select South Africa, taking place from 22 to 24 June 2027 at the CTICC in Cape Town. This marks a major step forward, bringing the global reach of the Anuga brand to the African market.

Powered by dmg events and Koelnmesse, the event will connect international suppliers with buyers from across Africa’s growing food and beverage sector.

Why get involved in 2027
As the first edition under the Anuga Select brand, the 2027 show offers strong visibility, access to a wider international audience, and the chance to connect with buyers actively sourcing new products and partners across the region.

WHERE

CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE 1 (CTICC 1), CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
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WHEN

Tuesday to Thursday
22 - 24 June 2026

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Exhibit and get noticed by
Africa's food and beverage buyers

  • Connect with key decision-makers from leading retail chains, distributors, restaurants, and hospitality groups.
  • Generate high-quality leads by showcasing your products to buyers actively sourcing new solutions.
  • Launch new products, brands, or services to a focused and relevant audience.
  • Expand into new markets and geographies by establishing routes to market across Africa.

Explore our show sectors

Retail-ready Food

Fats & Oils / Dairy products / Meat & Poultry / Pulses / Grains & Cereals / Food processing / Power brands / Ready Meals / Food to go / Frozen & chilled products / Fish & Seafood / Fruit & vegetables / Grocery products / Sweets & confectionary

Beverages

Dairy / Juice / Energy drinks / Cordials and concentrates / Water / Soft drinks / Coffee / Wine / Spirits / Beer / Tea / Health drinks

Technology Solutions

PoS / CRM / IT/software solutions / Logistics / Kitchen equipment / Cold chain / Packaging materials / Stock tracking / Packing and shelving solutions / Retail technology / Storage and warehousing / Packaging machinery / Refrigeration

Bakery

Dairy / Flour / Bulk / Desserts / Grains

Catering & Bulk

Fats and Oils / Bulk ingredients / Spices / Commodity Ingredients

New Trends

Non-GMO / Plant based protein / Vegan / Health, Wellness and Free-form / Keto friendly

2026 Show features

LIVE CULINARY SHOWDOWNS

Watch top chefs go head-to-head in live cooking competitions, including the Game of Chefs, the National Burger Challenge, and the National Pizza Challenge. Celebrate skill, creativity, and the best of local talent!

SA Chefs Experience

Watch chefs demonstrate products live, then taste the results while connecting with industry professionals shaping Africa's food scene.

2 EVENTS, 1 VENUE

The Africa Food Show will run alongside the Hotel & Hospitality Expo Africa, bringing together suppliers and buyers from across sub-Saharan Africa - and giving exhibitors access to professionals across both the food & beverage and hospitality sector

WORKSHOPS

Join industry experts for practical workshops that focus on innovation, sustainability, food safety, and business growth. Learn new skills, gain useful insights, and connect with leaders across the food and beverage sector.

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