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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.

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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

Why Africa is the
perfect market for your brand?

  • THE MARKET: Its US$ 313 billion food and beverage market is projected to reach US$ 1 trillion by 2030.
  • JOBS & AGRICULTURE: 35 % of jobs in urban areas are in the food economy, 60% are in the restaurant sector.*
  • Currently, about 1.3 billion people live in Africa. By 2050, this number is expected to increase to about 2.5 billion.
  • The E-Commerce sector of the African food and beverage industry, sales growth from 2021 - 2025 is expected to average 18.19%. The expected growth would lead to a market volume of approximately €2.38 billion in 2025.
  • Africa’s food and beverage imports are projected to increase to about €92.41 billion per year by 2025.**
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Secure new business at
Africa’s ultimate F&B sourcing platform

ESTABLISH A ROUTE TO MARKET 

Build lasting relationships with influential buyers, distributors, and retailers and access a targeted audience through the Africa Food Show's extensive network.  

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DRIVE INNOVATION AND SALES

Showcase groundbreaking innovative products and services to a targeted audience, generating qualified leads and increasing sales. 

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BUILD YOUR BRAND EQUITY 

Increase your brand’s visibility and recognition among key industry leaders in Africa, establishing your company as a pioneering force in the continent’s rapidly growing markets. 

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CONNECT WITH DISTRIBUTORS AND AGENTS

Take the opportunity to meet with key distributors and agents, forging partnerships that can expand your market reach and drive business growth. 

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Who you
will meet?

  • General Manager
  • CEO
  • Owner
  • Operators
  • Import/Export Manager
  • Distributors
  • Agents Merchandiser
  • Food & Beverage Managers
  • Food & Beverage Manufacturers
  • Food & Beverage Procurement Manager
  • Food Retailers
  • Packaging Managers
  • Restaurant Manager
  • Food Science Technologist
  • Executive Chefs/Chefs/Bakers
  • Catering Managers
  • Government Officials
  • Foreign Mission Representatives
  • Head Buyer
  • Product Specialist
  • Procurement Quality Engineer Pricing Analyst
  • Logistics Manager
  • Purchasing Agent
  • Procurement official
  • Corporate catering suppliers
  • Merchandiser
  • Pricing Analyst
  • Food, Beverage, & Compliance Managers

The success stories
of your peers

“The event was well organised, had strong attendance, was larger than anticipated, and drew a greater international presence than expected.”

Yolanda Wanliss
Dairy Exchange
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