Our Story

About Export Africa Directory

Since 2003

The Story of Export Africa Directory

Since 2003, INEXPO GROUP based in Dubai, UAE with branch offices in Kenya, Ethiopia, Uganda and Tanzania, has been the leading international trade fair organizer and publisher of Export Africa Directory. We have played a vital role in increasing trade relations between Africa and the world. Over the past 20+ years, we have witnessed the emergence of Africa as one of the fastest growing markets in the world. Our export-oriented business advertising directory has connected over 8,259 companies from 79 countries with verified African buyers across 12 countries. The directory is distributed at 231+ trade shows and events throughout Africa, reaching over 40,000 printed copies annually.
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Our Presence

Physical Offices Across Africa

With branch offices on the ground in 4 African countries, we provide unmatched local expertise

Nairobi Office
🇰🇪 Kenya
Nairobi
Kenya
Addis Ababa Office
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
Addis Ababa
Ethiopia
Kampala Office
🇺🇬 Uganda
Kampala
Uganda
Dar es Salaam Office
🇹🇿 Tanzania
Dar es Salaam
Tanzania
Event Gallery

Moments From Our Exhibitions

A glimpse into the vibrant atmosphere of our trade events across Africa

Kenya Trade Fair
Uganda Trade Fair
Tanzania Trade Fair
Sudan Trade Fair
Kenya Food Expo
Kenya Build Expo
Ethiopia Food Expo
Ethiopia Auto Expo
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Our Journey

Timeline of Export Africa Directory

2003
INEXPO GROUP founded in Dubai, UAE. First issue of Export Africa Directory published with distribution at trade shows in Kenya and Sudan.
2005
Expanded distribution to Ethiopia and Uganda. Grew advertiser base to 150+ companies from 25 countries.
2008
Added Tanzania and Morocco to distribution network. Launched enhanced digital directory platform.
2012
Reached milestone of 10 countries covered. 5,000+ companies had advertised since inception.
2015
Digital directory launched with searchable online database. Verified buyer program introduced.
2018
Physical offices opened in Nairobi, Addis Ababa, Kampala, and Dar es Salaam. Expanded to 12 countries.
2020
Continued operations through global challenges. Introduced enhanced digital features for remote engagement.
2022
Surpassed 8,000 companies milestone. Distribution network reached 220+ trade shows annually.
2024
Issue 42 published with 395 advertisers and 14 brand logos. 21,500+ verified digital buyers in database.
The Group

Our Corporate Structure

INEXPO GROUP

INEXPO GROUP is the leading international trade fair organizer in African countries, based in Dubai, U.A.E. We organize B2B trade exhibitions and conferences across Africa, connecting international businesses with local buyers, distributors, and government partners. As the publisher of Export Africa Directory, we leverage our extensive network of trade events to ensure maximum visibility for our advertisers.

Trade Fair Organizer Publisher

PRIME EXPO FZE

PRIME EXPO FZE is a UAE Free Zone Company and the sister company of INEXPO GROUP. It serves as the operational entity for certain exhibitions and trade events, providing a robust legal and business framework for our operations in the UAE and beyond. Together, INEXPO GROUP and PRIME EXPO FZE form a comprehensive platform for international trade promotion.

UAE Free Zone Company Event Operations
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