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2-4 June 2026
Egypt International Exhibition Center

Reducing Food Waste and Strengthening Food Systems in Africa and the Middle East.

Cairo, Egypt, 2–4 June 2026, co-located within ProPak MENA & Fi Africa.

The Global FoodGuard Summit is a strategic platform that brings together decision-makers, industry leaders, and experts to discuss practical solutions for reducing food waste, enhancing food safety, and improving supply chains across Africa and the Middle East.

High‑Level Presence

Ministers and Keynote Speakers

H.E. Dr. Sharif Farouk

Minister
Ministry of Supply and Internal Trade Egypt

H.E. Khaled Hashem

Minister
Ministry of Industry

Tareq Elhouby

Chairman
National Food Safety Authority

Samuel Godefroy

President
IUFoST

Ashraf El-Gazayerli

Chairman
Egyptian Chamber of Food Industries

Ali Badarneh

Chief, Food Security and Food Systems Unit
Food Security and Food Systems Unit, UNIDO

Gunther Beger

Managing Director of the Directorate
SDG Innovation and Economic Transformation

AbdulHakim Elwaer

Assistant Director General and Regional Representative for the Near East and North Africa
FAO

Assan Ng'ombe

Head of RE-GAIN Programme Management Unit
AGRA

Cheick-Oumar Sylla

Division Director for North Africa and Horn of Africa
IFC

Conrad Rein

Secretary
Global Flagship Initiative for Food Security

Eloise Peacock

Senior Research Analyst
WRAP

Hayssam Jaffan

President
Arab Federation of Food Industries

Ibrahim El-Dukheri

Director General
Arab Organization for Agricultural Development (AOAD)

Khaled Kasih

CEO
Kasih Foods

Mohamed Kadah

Assistant Secretary General – Programmes
COMESA

Mostapha Khalil

Group Director
Informa Markets

Patrick Jean Gilabert

Representative of the Regional Office Hub in Egypt
UNIDO

Samer AbdelJaber

Regional Director for the Middle East, Northern Africa and Eastern Europe
WFP

Shereen Shaheen

Head of Corporate Affairs Middle East and Africa
Tetra Pak

Soha Atallah

Vice President
WPO & LibanPack

Teddy Yagambaram Soobramanien

CEO
COMESA Business Council

Why Food Guard Summit?

Food loss in our region is not merely a consumption issue, but a challenge closely linked to production and supply chains.

Loss rates are affected by several factors, including:

  • Weak food safety systems
  • Limited manufacturing and processing technologies
  • Storage and cold chain challenges
  • Lack of appropriate packaging solutions
  • Transportation and logistics gaps
  • Regulatory misalignment

The Global Food Guard Summit has been designed as a platform that brings together government entities and industry stakeholders to develop practical and scalable solutions.

Why is it co-located within Fi Africa & ProPak MENA?

Reducing food loss depends on the integration of several key sectors, including:

Food Ingredients and Manufacturing Innovation

Packaging Technologies and Shelf-Life Optimization

Processing Solutions, Automation, and Production Lines

Food Safety Regulations and Industry Standards

By co-locating the Summit within Fi Africa and ProPak MENA, attendees gain a unique opportunity to connect dialogue with real-world solutions showcased on the exhibition floor.

What Does the Summit Include?

A gathering that brings together representatives from government entities, international organizations, and industry leaders to discuss:

  • Food loss reduction strategies
  • Food safety policies
  • Supporting sustainability and responsible manufacturing
  • Strengthening public–private sector collaboration

2nd of June at Al Manara International Conference Center

Specialized sessions covering:

  • Extending shelf life and reducing spoilage
  • Innovation in packaging
  • Production line and processing efficiency
  • Smart manufacturing and automation solutions
  • Compliance with food safety standards

Practical programs designed to support capacity building in:

  • Food safety and quality management systems
  • Sustainable packaging solutions
  • Product development and food innovation

Why you should attend?

Attending the Global Food Guard Summit gives you the opportunity to:

  • Explore the latest trends in food loss reduction
  • Discover practical solutions to improve quality and minimize waste
  • Build direct connections with decision-makers and industry leaders
  • Understand regulatory requirements and compliance trends in the region
  • Discover packaging and processing technologies showcased at Fi Africa and ProPak MENA

Join the leading summit dedicated to food safety and food loss reduction.

Food loss is directly linked to food security, sustainability, and industrial competitiveness. Be part of the platform driving practical and impactful solutions.

Cairo – Egypt | 2–4 June 2026Co-located with Fi Africa & ProPak MENA

Organized by

Strategic Partners