Knowledge about African organic products shared at expo

The best exposure a small business owner could ask for was held at the Sandton Convention Centre, where business owners created connections with exhibitors, visitors, and industry leaders.

October 2, 2023

Duduzile Khumalo 1 minute read

Komusa Ncube and Bonolo Monthe taste different mango sauces. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

The second Organic and Natural Products Expo Africa held from September 14 to 16 surpassed all expectations and left an indelible mark on the organic and natural products industry.

Amelda Kekana loves the plant-based yoghurt stall. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

This much-needed event received resounding acclaim from exhibitors and visitors alike, firmly establishing itself as the continent’s foremost platform for organic and natural products.

Deidré Coetzee and Jai Bhana learn more about organic foods. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

Held at the Sandton Convention Centre, the exhibition exceeded its promise of ‘bigger and better’, with participants coming out with strong statements of support. Exhibitors hailed from several African countries including neighbouring Botswana, Ghana and Tanzania.

Lebo Letsoalo and Catherine Larkin try different organic tea. Photo: Duduzile Khumalo

Event co-organiser Warren Hickinbotham said, “We promised a game changer, and by all accounts, it was a life changer for many too. The feedback has been overwhelmingly positive, and we will take what we have learned to go one better in 2024.”