Minister El-Khatib’s statement highlighted the exhibition as a crucial regional platform for the food industries and agricultural produce sectors. He noted that the participation of over 1,200 companies from 45 countries reflects the fair's significant growth since its launch in 2015.
El-Khatib revealed that government efforts, in cooperation
with export councils, helped food industry and agricultural exports reach
approximately $11 billion in 2024, covering 398 products shipped to 167
countries.
The Minister emphasized that Food Africa serves as a
strategic platform for showcasing investment and trade opportunities, reviewing
the latest trends in food safety and quality, and enabling small and
medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to expand into international markets.
Separately, the EGAEC helped organize the largest international buyers delegation for this year's Food Africa fair, comprising more than 250 buyers from around 50 foreign countries, aimed at fostering extensive investment and trade partnerships.