Hostex, Africa’s ultimate trade show for food, drink, and hospitality, returns to the Sandton Convention Centre from 8 to 10 March 2026 – bigger, bolder, and packed with industry-firsts to mark its 40th anniversary. two jam-packed exhibition halls, new feature areas, and the biggest exhibitor presence since before the pandemic.
Celebrating its 40th anniversary, Hostex 2026 promises to be a landmark event that reflects the resilience and renewal of the hospitality and foodservice industry – and introduces powerful new platforms for innovation, education, and deal-making. The theme for this milestone edition, “Opening Doors,” captures Hostex’s legacy of unlocking opportunity and forging connections across the industry.
With a footprint that spans both SCC Hall 1 and Hall 2, Hostex 2026 will welcome back some of the industry’s biggest players – including BCE, FoodServ, Morrico, Vulcan, Impotalia and Scotsman – reaffirming the show’s role as the industry’s most established platform for making connections and opening doors.
“These major players returning to Hostex signal a resurgence in confidence across the foodservice, hospitality, and retail sectors,” says Lerato Nako, Hostex event manager. “We’re seeing tremendous momentum building, with strong interest from large and emerging brands alike.”
