AFRIDEX – Africa International Defence Exhibition 2026
Africa International Defence Exhibition 2026 will bring together government decision-makers, senior military leadership, prime contractors, and solution providers from across the defence and security community.
Taking place in Lagos, Nigeria, the event will support discussions around capability development, interoperability, and resilience across Land, Maritime, Air, Space and Cyber domains.
Through an exhibition, live showcases, and a strategic forum, AFRIDEX will provide a setting for governments, armed forces, and industry to discuss procurement pathways, partnerships, and long-term security priorities across the continent.
When is AFRIDEX 2026?
The event will take place from 26–29 October 2026.
Themes
AFRIDEX 2026 will focus on defence and security capabilities across:
- Air: Exploring technologies and solutions supporting air capability development and operational readiness.
- Land: Addressing land-based defence systems, equipment, and capability requirements.
- Maritime: Highlighting maritime security, platforms, and solutions supporting operations at sea.
- Cyber: Examining approaches to cyber capability and security within modern defence environments.
- Space: Covering space-related capabilities and their role in defence and security operations.
What’s On at the 2026 Africa International Defence Exhibition?
The exhibition will feature an exhibition, strategic forum, live showcases, and dedicated engagement opportunities.
Flagship Exhibition
The exhibition will showcase defence and security technologies and services across Land, Maritime, Air, Space and Cyber domains, connecting prime contractors, OEMs, SMEs, and emerging innovators.
Strategic Defence and Security Summit
The summit will bring together senior leaders, policymakers, programme managers, and operators to discuss shared priorities, challenges, and frameworks supporting cooperation and innovation.
Hosted Delegation Programme
A structured programme will support official delegations and procurement stakeholders through targeted briefings, curated meetings, and solution alignment against national and regional priorities.
National and International Pavilions
Dedicated pavilions will highlight sovereign capability, industrial strength, and innovation while connecting participating nations and partners with the wider defence and security ecosystem.
Live Capability Showcases
Displays and demonstrations will focus on performance, readiness, and interoperability within a controlled environment.
Defence Club
The Defence Club will provide an invitation-only space for dialogue among defence leaders, government officials, and industry representatives.
Where is AFRIDEX 2026?
Eko Atlantic
Lagos
Nigeria
Event Statistics
Africa International Defence Exhibition 2026 is expected to include:
20,000+ attendees
2,000 conference attendees
300+ exhibitors
100+ delegations
100+ countries
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