2nd International Trade Show

04-06
June
2026
AICC Addis Int’l Convention Center
Addis Ababa
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fairtrade Messe

Ms Carolin Schatz
Ms Carolin Schatz
+49 6221 45 65 18

Prana

Mr Getahun Bekele
Mr Getahun Bekele
+251 929 308363

The first Ethiopia food show & Ethiopica coffee show concludes as a resounding success, setting the stage for sustained growth

The inaugural edition of the Ethiopia food show & Ethiopica coffee show taking place with the 7th edition of agrofood Ethiopia from 19 to 21 June at the Millennium Hall in Addis Ababa was widely acclaimed as a tremendous success by exhibitors, trade visitors, institutional partners, and the media.

Organised by fairtrade Messe and their local partners Prana Events, the event brought together 5,691 trade visitors with 158 exhibitors from 16 countries. Over three days, the event facilitated thousands of B2B meetings, laying a solid foundation for continued industry growth.

Listen to how our exhibitors evaluate the 2025 event

Mr Cleber Oliveira Soares,
Deputy Vice Minister, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock of Brazil
 

Murat Bayram,
aves

Mohamed Anis Manachi, 
Lesaffre

High exhibitor satisfaction

The exhibitor survey was based on solid data, with 100% of all exhibitors participating — and the results speak for themselves:

  • 100% of exhibitors were satisfied or very satisfied with the event as a whole.
  • 100% would recommend the event to their peers.
  • 100% are already planning to participate in the next edition.

Exciting news: From 2026, the event will relocate to the
brand new AICC Addis Int’l Convention Center

Officially opened by Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed on 01 March 2025, the AICC Addis Int’l Convention Center is a world-class convention and exhibition center spanning 40 hectares. It features exhibition & conference halls, spacious outdoor exhibition and events space, as well as restaurants, cafés, shops, a canteen and storage facilities. Join us from 04 to 06 June 2026 at the AICC for another remarkable event!

Highlights of the 2025 event

  • New in 2025: Ethiopia food show and Ethiopica coffee show running alongside agrofood Ethiopia
  • Global participation: 158 leading exhibitors from 16 countries, including Austria, Brazil, China, Denmark, Djibouti, Ethiopia, Germany, India, Italy, Jordan, Kenya, Poland, Saudi Arabia, South Africa, Türkiye, and the United Arab Emirates presenting tailored products and solutions for the Ethiopian market. 
  • Brazil Pavilion, officially opened by H.E. Mr Cleber Oliveira Soares, Deputy Vice Minister of Agriculture & Livestock, H.E. Mr Jandyr Ferreira dos Santos, Ambassador of Brazil to Ethiopia, featuring the Ministry of Agriculture & Livestock, the Embassy of Brazil, the Brazilian Beef Industry Association – ABRAFRIGO and the FoodTech Hub Latam.
  • GIZ-Special Initiative “Decent Work for a Just Transition” (Invest for Jobs) offering comprehensive advice, contacts and financial support to overcome investment barriers.
  • General Assembly & Conference of the Ethiopian Beverages Manufacturing Industries Association on 20 June.
  • Government & industry support: Active involvement from key Ethiopian and international ministries, authorities, and associations ensures a comprehensive industry perspective.

The Brazilian Pavilion 2025

At the 2025 event, Brazil presented a national pavilion, highlighting its excellence in agriculture, livestock, and food. The Brazilian Pavilion was officially opened by:

  • H.E. Mr. Cleber Oliveira Soares, Deputy Vice Minister, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock
  • H.E. Mr. Jandyr Ferreira dos Santos, Ambassador of Brazil to Ethiopia

Brazil’s key institutions and representatives onsite at the event to explore business collaboration opportunities with:

  • Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock – Secretariat for Trade and International Relations
  • Embassy of Brazil in Addis Ababa – Trade and Investment Promotion Sector (SECOM)
  • Brazilian Beef Industry Association – ABRAFRIGO
  • FoodTech Hub Latam

With the strong support of the following Ethiopian and international institutions

Ethiopian government & institutions:

  • Ministry of Industry
  • Ministry of Agriculture
  • Ethiopian Food, Beverage, and Pharmaceutical Research and Development Center
  • Chemical and Construction Inputs Research and Development Center
  • EBMIA - Ethiopian Beverages Manufacturing Industries Association
  • EPR - Ethiopian Plastic and Rubber Manufacturers Association

Internationally:

  • AHK Delegation of German Industry and Commerce for Eastern Africa
  • Embassies of Brazil, Germany, France, India, Italy and Türkiye
  • European Chamber in Europe
  • GIZ German Association for International Cooperation
  • ITA Italian Trade Agency
  • Pan African Chamber of Commerce and Industry
  • Türkiye
  • UNIDO

Why Ethiopia food show?

The Ethiopia food show brings together manufacturers, suppliers and retailers within the dynamic F&B and HoReCa industry to source products and discuss business.

Exhibitors and trade visitors are expected from Ethiopia, Africa, the Middle East, Asia, Europe, and the world over.

The Ethiopia food show is the place to sample, taste & source thousands of F&B products from Ethiopia and around the world.

Food trade with Ethiopia is a US$ 6.1 billion business!

Despite heavy investment in local food production, Ethiopia remains one of Africa's largest food importers. Between 2018 and 2022, food imports amounted to between $1.8 billion and $3.5 billion annually, while food exports totaled between $1.9 billion and $2.6 billion over the same period. See Food trade with Ethiopia for full details.

Our partners

Organiser

  1. fairtrade 300x200

Local organiser

  1. Prana Events

We support SOS

  1. SOS Children's Villages Ethiopia

Official carrier

  1. Ethiopian Airlines

Official hotel partner

  1. Best Western Addis

Official hotel partner

  1. Ramada Addis 300

Institutional partners

Media partners

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