What’s On
Lead the Movement. Secure the Market.
Anti-Counterfeiting, Market Security & Authentication Africa Week 2026 features dynamic days of live demonstrations, technical showcases, leadership forums, and industry-led sessions. Explore what’s on across the exhibition floor, conference theatres, innovation arena, and policy roundtables shaping Africa’s secure market future.
The Anti-Counterfeiting, Market Security & Authentication Africa 2026 is where Africa’s secure-trade agenda comes to life — uniting global technology providers, regulators, manufacturers, and development partners in one high-impact platform.
Over three focused days in Lagos, 140+ providers showcase solutions in authentication, secure packaging, traceability, serialization, blockchain, and digital enforcement, while 120+ speakers share insights shaping Africa’s integrity economy.
Delegates, regulators, and manufacturers connect directly with donors, investors, technology leaders, and policy institutions to strengthen compliance, accelerate enforcement, and build resilient African and regional supply chains.
From live technology demonstrations to policy roundtables and an awards ceremony celebrating excellence, this is where policy meets technology and technology meets opportunity.
Lead the Movement. Secure the Market.
Now in its 11th edition, the Summit sets the agenda for Africa’s market-security and brand-protection landscape, bridging regulation, innovation, and commerce.
The 2026 theme —
United Against Counterfeiting: Securing Authenticity, Building Trust & Protecting Public Health —
calls on governments, industry, and investors to strengthen enforcement, deploy modern authentication tools, and rebuild confidence in African and global supply chains.
Expect two transformative days of:
Live technology demonstrations from global authentication and traceability providers
Practical case studies from enforcement bodies and leading brands
Collaboration forums linking regulators, manufacturers, and digital innovators
Interactive zones featuring secure-document technology, AI, and data-driven enforcement systems
If You’re an Exhibitor
Present your solutions directly to decision-makers with procurement authority
Meet verified buyers from 20+ countries, including regulators, FMCG leaders, and manufacturers
Build partnerships with donors, DFIs, and investors driving Africa’s $90-billion integrity-economy transformation
Generate high-value leads through live demos, matchmaking, and policy-linked discussions
If You’re a Delegate
Participate in the conversations shaping Africa’s secure-trade frameworks
Learn directly from ministers, directors-general, enforcement chiefs, and industry leaders
Gain practical tools to enhance packaging security, compliance, and consumer protection
Connect with 1,500+ senior leaders shaping Africa’s next phase of brand protection and market integrity
Event Highlights
Live Innovation Arena
See authentication, blockchain, secure packaging, and track-and-trace technologies in action — and explore how these tools strengthen enforcement across Africa’s supply chains.
Policy & Leadership Forum
Join regulators, ministers, and private-sector leaders working to harmonise Africa’s anti-counterfeiting agenda under AfCFTA and regional frameworks.
Brand Protection Awards
Celebrate organisations, agencies, and innovators driving excellence in secure trade, enforcement collaboration, and consumer protection.
Investor & Partner Pavilion
Connect with DFIs, donors, and investors financing Africa’s next generation of security technologies and regulatory capacity-building projects.
Who Will You Meet
Ministers, Directors-General & Regulators shaping market-security and enforcement policy
Brand Owners & Manufacturers across FMCG, pharma, automotive, electronics, chemicals, apparel, and beauty
Technology & Packaging Innovators delivering authentication, serialization, and supply-chain visibility
Donors, DFIs & Investors financing secure-trade and public-health initiatives
Consumer & IP Advocates driving standards, awareness, and policy reform
Africa's Only Anti-Counterfeiting & Brand Protection Summit in Numbers
Thematic Focus Areas
Advanced Authentication & Anti-Counterfeiting Technologies
Supply Chain Security & Product Traceability
Data, AI & Blockchain Integration
Cross-Sector Collaboration & PPPs
Consumer Education & Market Awareness
Packaging & Labelling for Brand Protection
IP Rights Enforcement & Legal Frameworks
Regional Market Insights & Case Studies
Need To Convince Your Boss?
We understand internal approvals can be challenging.
Our “Convince Your Boss Pack” clearly outlines the ROI of attending or exhibiting — including lead generation, brand visibility, partnership opportunities, and regulatory engagement — to help your leadership team see the value.
