Africa Books Expo

22-24 May 2026, Nairobi, Kenya

Timing: 10 AM - 6PM

Venue: Sarit Expo Centre, Westlands

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Africa Books Expo

A perfect meeting place for professionals in books & publishing industry. Scope of the expo is Illustrated Books, Education Materials, Sport and Hobbies books, Digital and Multimedia, Animation, Drama, Children's and Juvenile Literature, Non-Fiction books, Periodicals, Comics, Original Books, Education Training, Printing/ Packaging/ Design Services, etc.

22-24 May 2026, 10AM - 6PM
Venue: Sarit Expo Centre, Westlands, Nairobi

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In 3 days, you acquire the market intelligence, connections & reach that would otherwise require months of dedicated effort.

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Network with international brands, manufacturers & peers. Access leading industry insights & the latest trends all in one place. FREE ENTRY !

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HOSTED BUYER

African importers can join the Hosted Buyer Program by giving 3 references. They will be elegible for free hotel stay & other benefits. T&C Apply.

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Product Categories

Illustrated Books

Education Materials

Periodicals & Comics

Children's Literature

Digital & Multimedia

Services & Others

Projected Revenue Of US$18.5 Billion

Projected Revenue Of US$18.5 Billion

The sector holds immense potential, with a projected revenue of US$18.5 billion should appropriate measures & policies be put in place. Africa’s lucrative educational publishing sector, comprising approx 70% of the global market. Source: www.unesco.org

Imported Books Worth US$597 Million *estd

Imported Books Worth US$597 Million *estd

Africa’s book industry represents only 5.4% of global publishing revenue. In 2023, Africa imported books worth an estd US$597 Mn but exported books worth US$81 Mn. More than 90% of African countries lack specific legislation to support the book industry beyond basic copyright & legal deposit laws. Source: www.unesco.org

Expanding Access Via Digital Platforms

Expanding Access Via Digital Platforms

There are just one bookshop per 116000 person & one public library per 189,000 inhabitants. However digital platforms are expanding access by offering e-books, audiobooks, & online sales, overcoming geographical & infrastructure limitations. Source: www.unesco.org

100+
Exhibitors
3000+
Visitors
50+
Countries

Africa Books Expo

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