The 11th edition of Agrofood Nigeria will take place in March 2026. (Image credit: Agrofood Nigeria)

The 11th edition of Agrofood Nigeria 2026 will be held from 24th to 26th March at the Landmark Centre in Lagos.

This major event highlights the growing momentum of Nigeria's agrofood sector, offering a unique platform for industry leaders, suppliers, and professionals across the entire value chain to come together.

Organised by Fairtrade Messe in collaboration with Modion Communications, Agrofood Nigeria 2026 is set to be a key event, drawing thousands of participants from across Nigeria and West Africa. It will showcase innovation and provide opportunities for networking, business development, and knowledge sharing. This year’s event features focused partial fairs, offering specialised experiences in agriculture, food + bev tech, food ingredients, packaging, and food + hospitality. This allows professionals to explore specific sectors in depth.

A highlight of the 2026 edition is the Netherlands as the guest of honour, marking the strong partnership between Nigeria and the Netherlands in the agrofood sector. This special designation will promote Dutch expertise and create valuable opportunities for collaboration between the two nations' agricultural stakeholders.

Key features of Agrofood Nigeria 2026 include:
- Increased regional reach with attendees from across West and Central Africa.

- Government participation, including ministries from both federal and Lagos State governments, demonstrating strong support for the event.

- National pavilions from countries such as China, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, and South Africa, highlighting international collaboration.

- Over 100 global exhibitors showcasing tailored products and solutions for the Nigerian market.

- Insightful conference sessions, building on the success of 2025 with more speakers and networking opportunities.

- Co-location with WACCSE, promoting advancements in West Africa’s cold chain sector, enhancing technology and cooperation.

With support from over 20 respected organisations, including government agencies, international chambers, and trade bodies, Agrofood Nigeria 2026 cements its position as West Africa’s leading platform for innovation in the agrofood and packaging sectors.

Nigeria’s growing agrofood sector is reflected in its significant investments in food and packaging technology, making it one of Africa’s largest importers in this field. The Nigerian food market is projected to reach US$233.53bn by end of 2025, with a steady annual growth rate of over 10%, further boosting the importance of this key event.

Tickets and the full programme are available at the official website. (Image credit: DLG )

Tickets are now on sale for Agritechnica 2025, the world’s largest trade fair for agricultural machinery, taking place from 9-15 November in Hanover, Germany

Organised by the DLG (German Agricultural Society), this year’s show is set to welcome around 430,000 visitors and 2,700 exhibitors from over 50 countries. Held under the theme “Touch Smart Efficiency”, Agritechnica 2025 introduces a new visitor concept: “7 Days – 7 Topics”, focusing on specific professional groups each day. With all 23 exhibition halls fully booked, interest is high—76% of surveyed potential visitors have already committed to attending.

This year also marks the debut of the digital farm centre – presented by FarmRobotix, showcasing innovations in robotics, automation, and artificial intelligence. Other highlights include DLG’s Expert Stages, startup showcases, and international networking events. The parallel systems and components exhibition will serve as a central B2B hub for suppliers in the agriculture and off-highway sectors.

New features for dealers include the international dealer centre, business matchmaking, and optional listings in the official event app.

Day tickets start at €29, with two-day and special event options also available. For the first time, tickets include free access to local public transport in the Hanover region.

Visitors can also take advantage of special trains and group travel packages from Germany and Switzerland.

Tickets and the full programme are available at the official website. 

APPP: Africa's largest infrastructure finance and partnership event

The 15th edition of the Africa PPP Summit (#APPP2025) will be held from 28 to 31 October 2025 at the Hilton Hotel, Windhoek, Namibia

As Africa's largest infrastructure finance and partnership event, it aims to drive private sector investment in key sectors like Electricity, Transport, Water and sanitation, and Industrial infrastructure. This summit will gather industry leaders to explore public-private partnerships (PPPs) as vital drivers of sustainable growth across the continent.

Held in Namibia, a country known for its strong infrastructure and investment-friendly policies, APPP2025 will highlight Namibia's strategic position as a logistics hub, with world-class roads, ports, and rail networks. The Namibia Investment Promotion and Development Board, supported by the Office of the President, is the event's host, alongside AME Trade Ltd.

Over four days, the event will feature a conference with interactive discussions, a masterclass on capacity building, and site visits to key infrastructure projects. Topics will include Namibia's infrastructure plans, energy access (solar, wind, hydro), transport connectivity, water scarcity solutions, and regulatory changes to boost African economies. APPP2025 is an essential gathering for investors, policymakers, and industry leaders to network and collaborate on shaping Africa's infrastructure future. It promises to be a pivotal moment for economic growth through strategic infrastructure development.

A workshop was organised to align national fisheries and aquaculture strategies and agricultural investment plans with the PFRS. (Image source: Adobe Stock)

The African Union's Policy Framework and Reform Strategy (PFRS) for Fisheries and Aquaculture in Africa aims to advance the continent’s blue economy

The initiative is a coherent continental roadmap for policy reform and investment in the fisheries and aquaculture sector. It has been instrumental in guiding AU Member States, Regional Economic Communities, and Fisheries Bodies to strengthen governance, institutional frameworks, and climate resilience in aquatic food systems.

A Stakeholder Consultation and Validation Workshop was hosted recently in Lusaka, Zambia, by AU-IBAR in collaboration with the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock of the Republic of Zambia. The workshop seeks to align national fisheries and aquaculture strategies and agricultural investment plans with the PFRS, while integrating relevant global and regional instruments and addressing climate change adaptation.

"We aim to grow our annual fish output to 225,000 metric tonnes by 2026 by scaling up fingerling production and enhancing monitoring and surveillance systems," said Fred Mwila, acting permanent secretary in the Ministry of Fisheries and Livestock. 

Representing the AU-IBAR Director, Patricia Lumba, said, “The PFRS and the Africa Blue Economy Strategy are not just policy tools—they are instruments of transformation for communities, economies, and ecosystems across Africa.”
Over the four-day workshop, stakeholders—including government officials, regional bodies, researchers, and consultants—are reviewing findings from national consultations on policy coherence with the PFRS. They are also making specific recommendations for the domestication of global instruments, such as those related to biodiversity, food safety, and small-scale fisheries. Discussions are being held in breakout sessions and plenary formats, focusing on improving national agricultural investment plans (NAIPs), ensuring climate-smart approaches, and identifying legal and institutional reforms needed to implement the PFRS effectively.