Programme Guide

A Three-Day, Multi-Stream Experience Covering Policy, Enforcement, Technology, Brand Protection & Document Security

The Africa Anti-Counterfeiting & Brand Protection Summit is not just a product showcase — it is a continent-wide platform for governments, brands, manufacturers, digital platforms, law enforcement, and secure document specialists to solve real challenges and shape Africa’s future of safe trade.

Across three days, the programme brings together policy, enforcement, industry, technology, and document security in one coherent ecosystem.

Policy, Government & Enforcement (Day 1)

Africa Leadership Summit

  • Ministerial Keynotes

  • Policy Roundtables

  • Cross-Border Enforcement & Customs Intelligence

  • Public Health & Consumer Safety

  • National & Continental Anti-Counterfeit Strategies

This day sets the strategic foundation for all sectors.

Industry & Brand Protection Solutions (Day 2)

Sector Tracks

  • Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare

  • FMCG, Food, Beauty & Spirits

  • Chemicals, Agrochemicals & Industrial Goods

  • Supply Chain, Ports & Logistics Security

  • E-commerce, Social Commerce & Online Fraud

Expect case studies, deep-dives, demos, and take-home frameworks.

Technology & Innovation Forum (Runs Parallel on Day 2)

  • AI-powered mobile authentication
  • Machine vision counterfeit detection

  • Blockchain & digital twins

  • GS1 serialization & secure QR codes

  • Digital brand protection for e-commerce

  • IP monitoring & fraud analytics

See real tools, real implementation stories, real results.

Document Security, Identity & Revenue Protection (Day 3)

  • National ID & Passport Security

  • Secure Printing & Document Design

  • Certificates, licences & government-issued documents

  • Tax stamps, excise controls & revenue recovery

  • Border security & document fraud prevention

Secure Document & Excise Deal Room (Invite Only)

Where government decision-makers meet vetted secure document, identity, and excise technology providers.
Includes:
✔ Vendor pitches
✔ Requirement alignment
✔ Pilot project discussions

Who Should Attend?

This summit is built for professionals working to protect consumers, brands, revenue, and national markets.
Ideal for:

  • Government & Public Sector

    • Ministries of Trade, Industry, Health, Finance & Interior

    • Standards Organisations

    • Food & Drug Agencies

    • Consumer Protection Agencies

    • Customs, Police, Border Security

    • Immigration / National ID Authorities

    • Government Printing & Minting Corporations

    • Revenue Authorities / Excise Units

     

Private Sector

    • FMCG, Food & Beverage Manufacturers

    • Pharmaceutical & Healthcare Brands

    • Beauty & Cosmetics Brands

    • Chemicals & Agrochemicals

    • Electronics, Automotive & Industrial Manufacturers

    • Retailers, Distributors & Importers

    • Packaging & Secure Printing Companies

    • E-commerce Marketplaces & Digital Platforms

    • Cybersecurity & Online Fraud Teams

    • Legal, Compliance & IP Protection Professionals

       

  • Technology Providers

    • Authentication, serialization & QR systems

    • AI, digital twins & machine-vision companies

    • E-commerce monitoring & brand protection tech

    • Traceability, supply chain & logistics technologies

    • Secure document design & printing vendors

    If your organisation produces, regulates, protects or moves goods—this summit is for you.

Who Will You Meet?

You will connect with decision-makers from across Africa and beyond:

High-Level Government Decision-Makers

  • Ministers, DGs & Permanent Secretaries

  • Heads of Enforcement & Regulatory Agencies

  • Customs Commissioners & Port Authorities

  • National Identity & Secure Document Directors

Industry Leaders & Global Brands

  • CEOs, COOs, Manufacturing Directors

  • Brand Protection & Corporate Security Heads

  • Quality Assurance, Supply Chain & Compliance Leaders

  • R&D, Packaging & Innovation Directors

 

Digital Economy Specialists

  • E-commerce Fraud & Compliance Leads

  • Marketplace Policy Teams

  • Payment Security & FinTech Risk Units

Technology & Secure Document Experts

  • Authentication, serialization & track-and-trace vendors

  • Secure print, hologram & substrate providers

  • AI, blockchain & data analytics experts

Development & International Partners

  • AfCFTA, AU, ECOWAS, COMESA

  • UN, World Customs Organization, Trade & Development Agencies

  • International Standards Bodies

Every key actor in the anti-counterfeit ecosystem will be represented.

Travel & Venue Information

To support seamless planning, here’s what you need to know convenient access to:

  • Major hotels (Radisson Blu, Eko Hotel, Lagos Continental)

  • Murtala Muhammed International Airport

  • Key business districts

Travel Requirements

Depending on your nationality:

  • Visa on arrival is available for most African, EU, US, UK, Middle Eastern & Asian delegates

  • Support letters can be issued upon request

  • Early flight booking recommended due to November peak travel

Get Involved in Africa’s Most Strategic Marketplace for Brand Protection, Technology & Public Health.

Whether you’re a technology provider, brand owner, regulator, or investor, this is where you belong. Join the mission to strengthen Africa’s trade systems and build consumer trust.
Secure your space — and your place — in Africa’s integrity economy.