Upcoming delegations to African markets
“We are seeing growing interest from companies looking towards the African continent,” says Jens Holst-Nielsen, Deputy Director responsible for market development at DI.
For many companies, delegation visits are a practical way to get closer to new markets, decision-makers, and potential business partners. That is also true across Africa, where interest is rising in both established markets and emerging opportunities as part of broader international growth strategies.
Jens Holst-Nielsen, Deputy Director responsible for market development at DI
Foto: DIA stronger starting point
At DI, delegation visits are part of a wider international effort to help companies turn market interest into concrete business opportunities. The aim is not only to open doors, but also to create the right meetings, strengthen market understanding, and give companies a clearer sense of local conditions before they decide how to enter or expand in a market.
“A delegation visit gives companies a stronger starting point,” Jens Holst explains. “It is about combining insight, access and dialogue, so companies can focus on promoting their product and solutions as well as exploring opportunities for entering into local business partnerships.”
According to Jens, DI’s work with delegations is built around relevance and preparation. The goal is to bring together companies, local stakeholders, and decision-makers in a way that creates meaningful conversations and follow-up opportunities.
Photo from a delegation to China. Jens Holst-Nielsen in the middle.
“Delegations are not only about travelling to a market but about structuring the right framework for business development before, during and after the visit”, Jens adds.
Below is an overview of upcoming delegations and trade events relevant to companies looking at opportunities across Africa and neighbouring growth markets.
Overview of upcoming delegations and trade events
Ghana – Industrial Water & Energy Efficiency Delegation
DI invites companies to join a four-day delegation to Ghana focused on urban water supply, energy optimisation and concrete partnership opportunities with Ghana Water Limited and other key stakeholders.
24–27 August 2026
Read more here: Industrial Water & Energy Efficiency Delegation to Ghana
Kenya – EAHS Nairobi 2026
EAHS Nairobi brings together humanitarian organisations, procurement specialists, development actors and private-sector suppliers for meetings, exhibition opportunities and dialogue on procurement and partnership opportunities in East Africa.
1–2 October 2026
Read more here: EAHS Nairobi - Africa's Humanitarian Procurement Summit
Dubai – Join the Danish Pavilions at Gulfood 2027
In 2027, DI will organise four Danish pavilions at Gulfood in Dubai across the Meat Hall, Dairy Hall, World Food Hall and, for the first time, the Seafood Hall. The event offers companies access to buyers and decision-makers from the Middle East, Africa and South Asia.
15–19 March 2027
Read more here: JOIN THE DANISH PAVILIONS AT GULFOOD
Kenya – Join the Danish Pavilion at Gulfood360 Africa
For the first time, DI will organise a Danish Pavilion at Gulfood360 Africa in Nairobi, connecting Danish companies with buyers and key players in East Africa’s food and beverage, processing equipment and agricultural machinery markets.
4–6 May 2027
Read more here: JOIN THE DANISH PAVILION AT GULFOOD 360 AFRICA
