Taking place on 25 November 2026 at CIHEAM Bari, Italy, and online, the Fair will connect researchers, entrepreneurs, start-ups, investors, policymakers and business support organisations from Africa, Europe and the Mediterranean. Participants will explore innovative technologies, build partnerships and identify opportunities to scale up impactful solutions.

The programme includes inspiring keynote discussions, catchy innovation pitches, matchmaking in a dedicated exhibition space, networking sessions, and awards recognising outstanding start-ups and SMEs.

The Fair is jointly organised by the African Union (AU), the European Union (EU) and the Union for the Mediterranean (UfM), in partnership with CIHEAM Bari, serving also as the local host. Held as part of the CIHEAM Mediterranean Innovation Agrifood Week (23–28 November 2026), the event offers a unique opportunity to engage with a vibrant international community dedicated to delivering innovations for more sustainable and resilient agrifood systems.

General participant registration for the AU-EU-Med Innovation Fair remains open.

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