ACCELERATING THE FOOD AND
BEVERAGE RETAIL BUSINESS IN AFRICA
250+
Exhibitors
7,131+
Attendees
67
Participating countries
Co-located with:
2021 sees Africa’s Big 7’s 18th edition once again being the continent’s largest meeting place for the food and beverage industry.
Africa’s Big 7 continues to be the leading trade exhibition where agents, distributors, retailers meet to shape the food and beverage industry in Africa. It is truly an international event where 67 countries gather to network and forge relationships successfully.
For the 18th edition, Africa’s Big 7 will continue to deliver local and international f&b retail-ready products to the African market.
SPACE IS LIMITED – Enquire about booking your space for 2021 today!
A detailed set of enhanced health and safety measures to ensure the successful integration of exhibitions and events post-COVID-19.
2021 Features, content and competitions
SA’s Best Baker Competition
Are you the best baker in South Africa? Put your skills to the test!
Game of Chef’s Challenge
8 teams, 3 days, 1 WINNER! You do not want to miss this!
F&B
Workshop
Focused f&b industry training including how to take advantage of AfCFTA and growing your business into the African region
Global Pizza Challenge
Passionate pizza enthusiasts compete head-to-head, who is the best? Why don’t you throw your hat in?
Part of Africa Trade Week
Africa’s Big 7 is proud to be part of the new home of trade: Africa Trade Week. Africa Trade Week consists of 3 trade exhibitions, 3 conferences and workshops serving 5 sectors: food, beverage, hospitality, retail and trade.
Africa’s Big 7 partners and supporters
Strategic partners
Knowledge partners
Official media partner
Outdoor media partner
Media partners
Latest industry news
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Global food commodity prices rose sharply in November to their highest level in nearly six years, according to a benchmark United Nations report released today.
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SA’s 2020 olive oil production thrives despite the pandemic
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