Tech, Trust & Transformation Across Africa’s Food Chain
Safe Plates. Smart Futures.
Welcome to
Every meal tells a story – of people, places, and choices made along the way. At PLATE(X) AFRICA, we bring together everyone involved in getting food from farm to plate to ask a simple question:
How can we make food safer and better for all?
This is a meeting point for food companies, farmers, chefs, students, regulators, and innovators
to share ideas that work and build solutions grounded in trust and practicality.
Be part of the story →
Why Join Us
See What Works:
Learn about technologies improving food safety and quality across
Africa.
Meet Others:
Connect with people working in farming, processing, hospitality, retail, and
regulation.
Taste Safely:
Experience meals made with fully traceable ingredients at our Safe Food
Taste Lab.
Support New Ideas:
Watch students and young professionals present projects tackling
real food safety challenges.
What’s On
Who Will Be There
Food and Beverage Manufacturers
Farmers and Cooperatives
Retail and Hospitality Teams
Regulators and Governement Agencies
Technology Providers
NGOs and Development Organizations
Universities, Researchers and Students
Investors and Banks
Frequently Asked Questions
Where and when is PLATE(X) AFRICA taking place?
The conference will be held in Nairobi, Kenya, in June 2026. Exact venue details will be shared soon on our website and with all registered delegates.
Who should attend this event?
Anyone working in food safety, quality, processing, hospitality, technology, policy, finance, and sustainability – including students and researchers – is welcome.
How do I register?
Visit our Registration page and choose your preferred pass. You can register as an individual or as a group.
Are there exhibition opportunities?
Yes. We offer booths and tables in Tech Alley and the Safe Food Taste Lab for organisations, innovators, and suppliers. Visit the Sponsors & Partners page to learn more.
Can I apply to speak at the event?
Yes. We welcome speaker enquiries from experts, innovators, and practitioners working across the food system. Submit your interest via the Speakers page.
Is there a student discount?
Yes. We offer discounted rates for undergraduate and graduate students. Check our Registration page for details.
Who can participate in the Hackathon and Student Innovation Challenge?
The Hackathon is open to young professionals and students in food safety, data science, or tech, while the Student Innovation Challenge is for undergraduate and graduate students with research or practical projects in food safety, quality, or waste.
Who can I contact for more information?
Email us anytime at info@techpalateinsights.com or reach us on WhatsApp.
Join Us in Nairobi
Be part of a practical and honest conversation about food safety and quality. Secure your place today.