When is East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026?

East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 takes place from May 1 to May 3, 2026.

Where is East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 held?

East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 is held at Venue TBA, Nairobi, Kenya.

Who organises East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026?

East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 is organised by Future Growth Forum (FGF).

Halal Industry Event

East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026

Hybrid Event

Dates: May 1, 2026 – May 3, 2026
Venue: Venue TBA
Location: Nairobi, Kenya

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About This Event

Booth Packages

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Shell Scheme Standard (9 sqm)

Shell Scheme3m x 3m

$680

≈ KES 87,720

$76/sqm

Partition walls
Carpet flooring
Fascia board with company name
2 spotlights
1 power socket
1 table
2 chairs
1 waste basket

Endorsements & Partners

Government Endorsements (4)

Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Affairs· Foreign affairs & diaspora
Pastoralists Parliamentary Group· Parliamentary group
Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC)· Regional development council
Somali Bureau of Standards (SOBS)· National standards body

Sponsors (13)

Halal Global Training Center· Partner
Saudi Halal Expo· Partner
Kenya National Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KNCCI)· Partner
Ministry of Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, Republic of Kenya

Where it's held

Venue TBA, Nairobi, Kenya

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About the Organiser

Organising Entity

Future Growth Forum (FGF)

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Leadership Team

Mohamed Abdiqani Sidow

Abdulaziz Billow Ali

Abdullahi Mohamed Ali

Abdul Kareem Al-Ghamdi

Wael Eldeeb

Abdirahman Abdulkadir Sheikh Mohamud

Ahmed Abdurrahman Abdullahi

Hasnain Meghji

Hindu Salim Mohamed

Ayan Mohamed

Deka Dirie

Fatma Aden

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East Africa Halal Expo is a regional halal industry and investment event organized by Future Growth Forum (FGF), a regional investment and economic-development platform connecting Africa and the Middle East. The expo sits alongside FGF's East Africa Investment Nexus programme and is officially launched in partnership with Kenya's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Affairs, positioning Kenya as a regional hub in the global halal economy. FGF's halal work spans Memoranda of Understanding with the Somali Bureau of Standards, the Pastoralists Parliamentary Group, the Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC), and a strategic partnership with the Global Halal Training Center.

Who Should Attend

InvestorsBusiness leadersEntrepreneursPolicymakersGovernment delegationsHalal industry exhibitorsTrade and investment officials

Vision

“To be the leading platform for sustainable investment and innovation, fostering strong economic ties between Africa and the global market.”

Mission

“Unlock East Africa's economic potential by showcasing investment-ready projects across high-growth sectors (infrastructure, energy, technology, agribusiness), driving cross-border investment partnerships between governments and global investors, promoting ease-of-doing-business reforms, and building a robust network of thought leaders, investors and innovators committed to inclusive growth.”

Event Highlights

Officially launched by Kenya's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Affairs as a flagship program
ICCD (Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development) participating as International Partner
Strategic partnership with the Global Halal Training Center announced
MoU with the Somali Bureau of Standards to advance the halal sector in Somalia
MoU with Kenya's Pastoralists Parliamentary Group for certification training and policy alignment
Co-located with East Africa Investment Nexus programme

Hybrid Event — Online Access Available

This event offers both in-person and virtual attendance options. Can't make it to the venue? Join the live stream and virtual exhibition hall online.

Industry Photos

East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 — halal industry photo by Nicolas Postiglioni — Photo: Nicolas Postiglioni / Pexels

East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 — halal industry photo by Mukula Igavinchi — Photo: Mukula Igavinchi / Pexels

East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 — halal industry photo by Nicholas Githiri — Photo: Nicholas Githiri / Pexels

Why Attend & Exhibit

Why Attend

1
Visibility and Thought Leadership
Speaking at the forum positions individuals and organizations as thought leaders in their respective fields.
2
Direct Investor Engagement
An exclusive chance to pitch projects, products, or investment proposals to investors and business executives actively seeking new opportunities in East Africa.
3
Brand Promotion and Exposure
Exhibitors get a prime opportunity to engage with hundreds of potential clients, investors, and partners visiting their booth.

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Shell Scheme Double (18 sqm)

Shell Scheme6m x 3m

$1,260

≈ KES 162,540

$70/sqm

Partition walls
Carpet flooring
Fascia board with company name
4 spotlights
2 power sockets
1 reception counter
4 chairs
1 waste basket

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Space Only (27+ sqm)

Space OnlyCustom (min 27 sqm)

Contact for pricing

Empty floor space
Power supply available (at extra cost)
Custom stand build required

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How to Exhibit at East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026

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· Government Partner

Pastoralists Parliamentary Group· Partner

Dryland Learning and Capacity Initiative· Partner

Real Sources Africa (AfCFTA Trading Company)· Partner

Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC)· Partner

Kenya Private Sector Alliance (KEPSA)· Partner

Kenya Tourism Board / Magical Kenya· Partner

Horn of Africa and Middle East Institute (HOME)· Partner

The Alliance for Africa's Future Growth· Partner

Islamic Chamber of Commerce and Development (ICCD)· International Partner

Najma Mohamed

Abdullahi Khalif

Ahmed Said Yusuf

Frequently Asked Questions

What is East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026?: East Africa Halal Expo is a regional halal industry and investment event organized by Future Growth Forum (FGF), a regional investment and economic-development platform connecting Africa and the Middle East. The expo sits alongside FGF's East Africa Investment Nexus programme and is officially launched in partnership with Kenya's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Diaspora Affairs, positioning Kenya as a regional hub in the global halal economy. FGF's halal work spans Memoranda of Understanding with the Somali Bureau of Standards, the Pastoralists Parliamentary Group, the Frontier Counties Development Council (FCDC), and a strategic partnership with the Global Halal Training Center.
When is East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026?: East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 takes place from May 1 to May 3, 2026.
Where is East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 held?: East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 is held at Venue TBA, Nairobi, Kenya.
Who organises East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026?: East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 is organised by Future Growth Forum (FGF).
Who should attend East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026?: East Africa Halal Expo & Forum 2026 is most relevant to Investors, Business leaders, Entrepreneurs, Policymakers, Government delegations, Halal industry exhibitors and Trade and investment officials.

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