16–17 Sep 2026 · Istanbul, TR

Africa Business Forum and Expo

Africa Business Forum & Expo (AFEX) is a two-stage event held in Istanbul in 2026 focused on franchise, distributorship and partnership opportunities between Türkiye and African markets. It comprises a curated Premium Edition (14 May 2026) for around 350 senior business leaders aimed at deal-making, and a flagship Forum & Expo (16–17 September 2026) with sectoral exhibition halls, conference panels, international ministerial delegations and pre-arranged executive meetings covering fintech, agribusiness, smart infrastructure and other high-growth sectors. The event targets companies seeking distributorship, franchising and partnership agreements to enter or expand in Africa.

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Dates
16–17 Sep 2026
Venue
Haliç Congress Center
Location
Istanbul, TR
Frequency
Annual
Audience
Trade
Duration
2 days
Scale
International
Exhibitors
1,000Estimate
Visitors
2,500Fact
Area
15,000 m²Fact
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About Africa Business Forum and Expo

Africa Business Forum and Expo is an international trade fair for the Business & Finance and Marketing & Advertising industries, taking place in Istanbul, Türkiye. The 2026 edition runs 16–17 Sep 2026 at Haliç Congress Center. It brings together an estimated 1,000 exhibitors and 2,500 visitors (organizer-confirmed).

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Haliç Congress Center

Istanbul, Istanbul, TR

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Frequently asked questions

When is Africa Business Forum and Expo 2026?
Africa Business Forum and Expo 2026 runs 16–17 Sep 2026 at Haliç Congress Center.
Where is Africa Business Forum and Expo held?
Africa Business Forum and Expo is held at Haliç Congress Center in Istanbul, Türkiye.
How many exhibitors does Africa Business Forum and Expo have?
Africa Business Forum and Expo counts an estimated 1,000 exhibitors.
Is Africa Business Forum and Expo worth attending?
Africa Business Forum and Expo is an international trade show for the Business & Finance and Marketing & Advertising industries, so it is most relevant to exhibitors and buyers in those industries. It brings together an estimated 1,000 exhibitors. Whether it is worth attending depends on your objectives, but its scale and sector focus are a useful guide.

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