As Africa’s agrifood systems face mounting pressure to feed growing populations, adapt to climate shocks, and unlock new trade corridors, the continent’s agricultural event calendar for 2025 is shaping up to be more than just a series of conferences—it’s a strategic roadmap for transformation.

From precision farming breakthroughs to carbon accounting in supply chains, this year’s lineup of expos and summits reflects a sector in motion, driven by technology, policy reform, and regional collaboration.

Agri Africa Expo – Nairobi, Kenya | 28–31 October 2025

Held at the iconic KICC, the Africa International Agricultural Expo promises four days of high-impact engagement under the theme “Improving Agricultural Productivity through Innovations and Market Access.” With over 200 exhibitors and 5,000+ visitors expected, the event will showcase innovations across value chains—from mechanization and digital finance to climate-smart inputs and post-harvest solutions.

“Agri Africa is more than an expo—it’s a launchpad for partnerships that can scale African agriculture,” says Hon. Phillip K. Harsama, a keynote speaker at last year’s edition.

Africa Agri Tech – Pretoria, South Africa | 18–20 March 2025

Hosted at the CSIR Convention Centre, Africa Agri Tech (AAT) is the continent’s premier agritech showcase. This year’s agenda spans three thematic days: Animal AgTech, Plant AgTech, and AgBusiness. Expect deep dives into AI-driven farming, biotech innovations, and digital transformation strategies tailored for both large-scale and emerging farmers.

Visionaries like Brett StClair and Mushambi Mutuma will lead sessions on how African producers can future-proof operations against rising costs, erratic weather, and logistical disruptions.

Regional Spotlight: September’s Conference Surge

September 2025 is packed with niche, high-value gatherings across the continent:

• ICATAA – Kampala, Uganda: Advanced Technologies in Agriculture
• ICANA – Cairo, Egypt: Agricultural Nanotechnology and Applications
• ICSQCNSLM – Nairobi, Kenya: Soil Quality, Crop Nutrition & Sustainable Land Management
• ICCAASC – Anse Boileau, Seychelles: Carbon Accounting in Agricultural Supply Chains

These events reflect Africa’s growing appetite for specialized knowledge and cross-border collaboration, especially in areas like soil health, biotechnology, and sustainability metrics.

Why These Events Matter for Africa’s Future

For editorial directors, agribusiness leaders, and policymakers alike, these gatherings offer more than networking—they’re intelligence hubs. They reveal where investment is flowing, which technologies are gaining traction, and how African producers are positioning themselves in global markets.

AgriFocus Africa will be tracking these events closely, offering post-event analysis, interviews, and sectoral insights to ensure our readers stay ahead of the curve.