Food and Beverage (FAB) West Africa 2025

Event Overview

The Food and Beverage (FAB) West Africa 2025 represents the region’s premier exhibition and conference dedicated to the food and beverage industry. Building on previous successes, the 2025 edition brings together manufacturers, suppliers, distributors, retailers, government officials, and industry experts from across West Africa and beyond.

Event Details

• Dates: June 10-12, 2025
• Venue: Landmark Centre, Lagos, Nigeria
• Organizer: BtoB Events Limited
• Theme: “Innovating for Food Security and Sustainability in West Africa”

Key Features

Exhibition Showcase

The exhibition floor features over 200 exhibitors from more than 30 countries, displaying:

• Processing & packaging equipment
• Food ingredients & additives
• Finished food & beverage products
• Cold chain & logistics solutions
• Food safety & quality control technologies
• Sustainable packaging innovations
• Agricultural technologies

Conference Program

A comprehensive three-day conference program includes:

• Keynote addresses from regional agriculture ministers
• Panel discussions on regional trade policies
• Technical workshops on food safety standards
• Presentations on consumer trends in West African markets
• Sessions on sustainable farming and production practices
• Discussions on reducing post-harvest losses

B2B Matchmaking

Dedicated B2B matchmaking sessions connect:

• International suppliers with West African buyers
• Regional producers with international retailers
• Investors with innovative food startups
• Technology providers with local manufacturers

Special Zones

Innovation Hub

A dedicated zone showcasing breakthrough technologies and startups addressing regional food challenges, including:

• Food waste reduction solutions
• Alternative protein developments
• Digital platforms for smallholder farmers
• Traceability systems for food safety

Culinary Demonstrations

Live cooking demonstrations highlighting:

• Modern interpretations of traditional West African cuisine
• Fusion cooking incorporating regional ingredients
• Nutritional cooking for institutional catering
• Showcases of regional specialty products

Market Focus

The 2025 edition places special emphasis on:

Regional Value Chains

Strengthening connections between agricultural production and processing within West Africa to reduce dependence on imports and build resilience.

Food Security Initiatives

Showcasing technologies and strategies to enhance food production, preservation, and distribution across the ECOWAS region.

Export Development

Helping West African producers meet international standards and access global markets for value-added food and beverage products.

Sustainable Packaging

Addressing growing environmental concerns with biodegradable and recyclable packaging solutions suited to West African conditions.

Participating Countries

While centered on the ECOWAS region, FAB West Africa 2025 features pavilions from:

• Nigeria, Ghana, Côte d’Ivoire, Senegal, and other West African nations
• European Union, China, Turkey, and South Africa as major equipment suppliers
• UAE, India, Brazil, and Morocco as emerging trade partners

Industry Sectors

The exhibition covers the complete food value chain:

• Agricultural inputs and production
• Processing and packaging
• Distribution and retail
• Foodservice and hospitality
• Import/export services
• Regulatory compliance

Key Stakeholders

The event brings together:

• Government ministries of agriculture, trade, and industry
• Regional economic bodies including ECOWAS
• International development agencies
• Industry associations and chambers of commerce
• Academic and research institutions
• Financial institutions with agrifood portfolios

Concurrent Activities

Awards Program

The FAB West Africa Excellence Awards recognize outstanding achievements in:

• Product innovation
• Sustainability initiatives
• Quality standards
• Export development
• Local content integration

Certification Workshops

Practical workshops on achieving certification for:

• HACCP and food safety management
• Organic production
• Halal and kosher requirements
• Export market standards
• Sustainability credentials

Expected Outcomes

The 2025 edition aims to:

• Generate over $50 million in business deals
• Connect 5,000+ industry professionals
• Facilitate knowledge transfer on advanced food technologies
• Catalyze partnerships between local and international companies
• Showcase West Africa’s potential as both a market and production hub

Historical Context

FAB West Africa began as a modest trade show in 2018 and has grown into the most significant food industry event in the region, reflecting the expanding importance of food processing and value addition in West African economic development strategies.

Strategic Importance

The event aligns with regional policy objectives of:

• Reducing food imports and increasing self-sufficiency
• Adding value to agricultural commodities
• Creating employment in food manufacturing
• Improving nutritional outcomes
• Building climate resilience in food systems

Contact Information

• Website: www.fab-westafrica.com
• Email: info@fab-westafrica.com
• Tel: +234 (0) 1 234 5678
• Social Media: @FABWestAfrica