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
