Event

EAHS Nairobi - Africa's Humanitarian Procurement Summit

Danish Industry invites companies to join the Danish Pavilion at the East African Humanitarian Summit (EAHS) in Nairobi - a leading platform for procurement, partnerships, and business development in the humanitarian sector in Africa.

The East African Humanitarian Summit (EAHS) is Africa's longest-established humanitarian conference and exhibition, held at the UN complex in Nairbobi.

The summit brings together more than 600 participants and 80+organizations, including: 

  • UN agencies (UNICEF, WFP, UNHCR, UNOPS, etc.)
  • International NGOs (Red Cross, MSF, Save the Children, etc.)
  • Development banks and government representatives 

EAHS combines high-level conference sessions, exhibition opportunities, and a dedicated Procurement & Matchmaking Zone, creating direct access to organisations with active procurement needs. 

Why participate?

Meet key decision-makers:

  • Engage directly with Heads of Procurement and senior representatives from UN agencies, NGOs, and development banks.

Access tailored matchmaking meetings:

  • Participate in pre-arranged one-to-one meetings with organisations actively sourcing products and services.

Showcase your solutions:

  • Present your products, services, and technologies to a highly targeted and relevant audience.

Generate business opportunities:

  • Connect with organisations responsible for significant procurement budgets across the humanitarian sector.

Gain market insights:

  • Learn about procurement processes, funding flows, and emerging needs in East Africa.

Procurement & Matchmaking Zone

A key element of EAHS is the dedicated Procurement Zone, offering structured one-to-one meetings with: 

  • Heads of Procurement
  • Supply Chain Specialists
  • Partnership decision-makers

This setup ensures direct, business-focused dialogue and concrete opportunities for collaboration and sales. 

Who should participate?

Relevant for companies within:

  • Logistics and supply chain
  • Healthcare and medical equipment
  • Water, sanitation, and infrastructure
  • Energy and climate solutions
  • Emergency response and resilience

What you get

  • Participation in the Danish Pavillion 
  • Acces to the Procurement & Matchmaking Zone (1:1 meetings)
  • Exhibition space
  • Access to conference sessions and networking events
  • Visibility towards key humanitatian stakeholders

Price and package details

Participation is priced at DKK 16,500 per company incl. 2 participants and includes a Bronze Package at EAHS Nairobi. Companies may choose to upgrade their package if relevant.

The Bronze package provides entry-level sponsor visibility and association with the East African Humanitarian Summit. It includes:

  • Digital visibility: Logo on the event website (Bronze section) with link, inclusion in the digital post-event guide, and exposure in event emails
  • On-site branding: Logo featured on event banners and on the main LED screen before and after plenary sessions
  • Event materials: Company profile (name, logo, and 50-word description) in the event guide, as well as an A5 company advertisement
  • Access & networking: Full access to the entire event, including presentations by UN agencies and NGOs, panel sessions, and the afternoon Procurement Zone (matchmaking)

Please contact Emil Stub, emns@di.dk for information on upgrade of package.

  1. Direct access to procurement decision-makers

  2. Structured matchmaking

  3. High concentration of relevant humanitarian actors

For companies looking to enter or expand in the humanitarian market, EAHS provides a targeted platform with strong commercial potential.