MWE Correspondent
Tanzania is positioning itself as a major gateway for Africa’s agricultural transformation as global investors, agribusiness companies and technology innovators prepare to gather in Dar es Salaam for the 10th Africa Agri Expo, a landmark event expected to highlight the continent’s growing opportunities in food production, farming technology and agricultural investment.
The expo, scheduled for September 2 and 3, 2026, will be held alongside the 3rd Future Food Livestock & Poultry Expo, bringing together farmers, policymakers, investors, researchers and industry leaders from Africa and beyond.
Organizer’s say the milestone edition will serve as a platform for strengthening partnerships, introducing new agricultural technologies and exploring investment opportunities across the entire food value chain.
The event comes at a time when Africa is facing increasing pressure to improve food production, reduce dependence on food imports and develop sustainable farming systems to support a rapidly growing population.
Africa is increasingly becoming a focus for global agricultural investment due to its vast land resources, youthful population and expanding food markets.
The continent holds more than 60 per cent of the world’s remaining uncultivated arable land, presenting significant opportunities for commercial farming, food processing, agricultural technology and value addition.
With Africa’s population projected to continue growing significantly in coming decades, experts say improving agricultural productivity will be critical to achieving food security and creating new economic opportunities.
Agriculture remains one of the continent’s most important economic sectors, supporting millions of livelihoods while providing opportunities for industrial development, trade expansion and job creation.
Tanzania has emerged as one of East Africa’s promising agricultural markets due to its fertile land, favorable climate conditions and strategic location connecting regional and international markets.
Dar es Salaam’s position as a major commercial center and access point through the Indian Ocean gives the country an advantage in linking agricultural producers with regional and global markets.
The government has continued promoting agricultural transformation through investment in irrigation, infrastructure development, improved access to farming inputs and policies aimed at increasing productivity and attracting private sector participation.
Officials and industry stakeholders have identified agriculture as a key driver of economic growth, particularly through expanding value addition and increasing the competitiveness of locally produced goods.
The Africa Agri Expo 2026 will showcase emerging solutions designed to modernize agriculture, including smart farming systems, precision agriculture, irrigation technologies, agricultural machinery, crop production solutions and digital farming platforms.
The event’s partnership with the Future Food Livestock & Poultry Expo will expand discussions to include livestock development, animal nutrition, veterinary solutions, breeding technologies, cold chain systems and food processing.
Organizer’s say bringing crop production and livestock industries together under one platform will create new opportunities for businesses to form partnerships and explore markets across Africa.
The expo will also feature high-level discussions involving agricultural experts, government representatives and private sector leaders.
Key topics are expected to include climate-smart agriculture, sustainable food production, agricultural financing, youth participation in farming and the role of technology in improving productivity.
As climate change continues affecting farming systems globally, experts say African countries must accelerate innovation and investment to build resilient agricultural sectors.
The organisers say the expo will provide international companies with opportunities to connect with buyers, distributors, investors and government representatives seeking agricultural solutions.
Exhibitors will showcase products and services aimed at improving farming efficiency, increasing production and strengthening food supply chains.
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For investors, the event represents an opportunity to explore one of the world’s fastest-growing agricultural markets and build long-term partnerships in Africa’s food economy.
“Africa is not the market of the future it is the market of today. The businesses that build relationships here now will lead the next decade of global agri-food trade,” said Tahir Abdul Bari, Chief Executive Officer of TAB Group.
The 10th Africa Agri Expo marks a decade of bringing together stakeholders involved in Africa’s agricultural development.
Over previous editions, the event has helped connect businesses, promote innovation and encourage collaboration between agricultural producers, investors and policymakers.
The 2026 edition is expected to strengthen that role by expanding participation and creating a wider platform for global partnerships.
As countries across Africa seek to transform agriculture from traditional production systems into modern, technology-driven industries, Tanzania’s hosting of the expo places the country at the centre of discussions about the future of food, investment and economic growth.
The Africa Agri Expo 2026 is expected to demonstrate that Africa’s agricultural potential is not only a continental opportunity but also a global investment opportunity.
