Discover AgroPro Africa 2028, the premier trade platform for Africa’s food, beverage, and pulp processing industries, driving innovation and sustainability.
AgroPro Africa 2028 has been officially launched as a dedicated trade platform serving Africa’s food, beverage, and pulp and paper processing industries. Developed to meet the growing demand for advanced processing technologies, sustainable production solutions, and stronger regional supply chains, the exhibition will provide a focused marketplace for manufacturers, technology suppliers, and industry professionals.
Co-located with Propak Africa, one of Africa’s long-established packaging, plastics, printing, and labelling shows, AgroPro Africa 2028 aims to advance industrial capacity, facilitate business growth, and support innovation across the continent’s processing value chain.
The role of food and beverage processing in Africa
Food and beverage processing is one of the most influential sectors driving Africa’s industrial development. As one of the continent’s largest and fastest-growing manufacturing sectors, it plays a critical role in supporting food security, rural livelihoods, and economic resilience.
In South Africa, the well-established value chain transforms raw agricultural outputs into high-quality products for both domestic consumption and export. This process creates jobs and stimulates investment across farming, manufacturing, logistics, and retail.
Pulp and paper processing: A strategic industry
Pulp and paper processing is equally vital, supplying essential packaging, tissue, hygiene, and fibre-based products that support daily life and industrial activity. As Africa transitions toward sustainable, circular economies, this sector is increasingly providing renewable alternatives to plastics while driving innovation in recycling and fibre-based solutions.
South Africa’s mature pulp and paper industry significantly contributes to employment and export revenue while supporting key downstream sectors, including agro-processing, printing, and consumer goods.
