Time
2026-11-12 - 2026-11-15
Venue
Addis International Convention Center
Address
Addis International Convention Center, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
Website
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Organized by Messe Frankfurt Group and held annually, Africa Sourcing & Fashion Week 2026 (ASFW) is a top-tier full-chain B2B professional exhibition covering textile, apparel and leather in East Africa with a full 5.0 rating, industry heat of 120903 and 57 marked interested buyers. Covering 15,000 square meters of exhibition space, this edition gathers 248 global exhibitors and expects 4,864 professional buyers from Africa, Europe, America and the Middle East. Three co-located sub-shows run simultaneously: Ethiopia Textile Industry Fair, Apparel Fair and Leather Fair. Exhibits span five core segments: fabrics & yarns, garment accessories, finished apparel, sewing & processing machinery, and sustainable textile technology. Ethiopia boasts abundant cotton & natural fiber resources, low-cost skilled labor and favorable export policies, driving rapid growth of its garment manufacturing sector and establishing itself as Africa’s key apparel production & export hub. The show creates cross-border long-term business cooperation channels for Chinese suppliers of fabrics, textile machinery, accessories and leather equipment, linking local East African supply chains. Concurrent industry forums and sourcing matchmaking sessions focus on organic cotton, eco-printing & dyeing, digital garment production and other cutting-edge topics. The organizer reserves the right to adjust show dates and venue without separate prior notice. Value-added services include business visa agency, international cargo customs clearance and direct booth delivery.
【Air Travel: Addis Ababa Bole International Airport】
The distance from Bole Airport to Addis International Convention Center is about 10 km, a 20-minute drive under smooth traffic; visitors can take official metered taxis or local ride-hailing Ride Ethiopia directly to the venue, the top choice for out-of-town merchants.
【Intra-city Public Transport】
City Bus: Take the dedicated CMC district shuttle bus straight to the exhibition compound gate with low fares and sufficient daytime shifts.
Light Rail: Alight at the light rail Blue Line station near the venue, transfer to a short taxi ride of 8 minutes to the main entrance.
【Self-driving】
Navigate to "Addis International Convention Center". The venue is equipped with a large free open-air parking lot with abundant spaces during the exhibition, parking available at both East and West gates.
【Travel Tips】
Heavy traffic congestion occurs during morning and evening rush hours in Addis Ababa; depart 40 minutes early for the show. Local ride-hailing services offer better value than traditional taxis, ideal for group fare sharing.
【High-end 5-star Business Hotels (Top Choice for Negotiations)】
Sheraton Addis Ababa: Prime upscale downtown district, international 5-star standard with large conference center, 18 minutes' drive from venue, ideal for receiving European & American key brand clients.
Hyatt Regency Addis Ababa: Complete business facilities & multi-cuisine restaurants, perfect for high-level business meetings.
【Mid-range Cost-effective Chain Hotels (Recommended for Exhibitor Teams)】
Ramada by Wyndham Addis: 4-star chain with buffet breakfast, 12 minutes' drive from convention center, suitable for corporate group bookings.
Best Western Plus: Standardized international service, tidy rooms, budget-friendly single occupancy.
【Budget Serviced Apartments & Guesthouses】
Local serviced apartments and boutique guesthouses in the CMC exhibition zone with flexible daily rental, low per capita cost, fit for long-term stationed buyers.
【Accommodation Tips】
November is peak textile & leather exhibition season in Ethiopia, hotel prices rise by 40%-65%. Book online 1–2 months in advance; prioritize hotels in CMC and Bole districts to cut commute time greatly. Original passport is mandatory for real-name check-in across all Ethiopian accommodation.
【Ticket Types】
Free Pre-registration Pass for Industry Professionals: Practitioners of textile, apparel, leather and textile machinery industries complete real-name pre-registration on qufair exhibition page, enter the full show free of charge via electronic QR code with zero ticket fee.
4-day On-site General Pass: For general trade buyers without advance online registration, tickets sold at venue counters valid Nov 12–15; single-day tickets unavailable, equivalent to around 300 RMB per pass.
【Opening Hours】
Uniform daily opening: 09:00 – 18:00, applied throughout November 12 to 15.
【Entry Instructions】
Only professional visitors aged 16+ from textile, apparel and leather sectors are permitted entry; minors cannot visit alone and must be accompanied by adult industry practitioners.
All visitors must present original passport or valid Ethiopian local ID for real-name verification before entry.
Food, oversized luggage, flammable, explosive and all contraband items are strictly prohibited inside the venue; comply with all venue safety regulations at all times.
The organizer reserves the right to verify visitors’ industry qualifications and refuse entry to irrelevant personnel.