PROPAK EAST AFRICA PRINTING MASTERCLASS, SUMMIT & CONFERENCE REGISTRATION
Day 1: Eastern African Packaging Summit – 4th Edition
The East African Packaging Summit opens Propak East Africa 2026 with a high-level, insight-driven conference dedicated to advancing the future of packaging across the region. As East Africa’s economies expand and regional trade integration deepens, packaging has emerged as a critical enabler of industrial growth, cross-border commerce, brand competitiveness, and sustainability transformation. This summit convenes industry leaders, policymakers, manufacturers, brand owners, and innovators to examine the market forces, regulatory developments, and technological advancements shaping the next phase of packaging in Eastern Africa.
The programme spans the full packaging value chain — from sustainable packaging solutions and compliance foundations to brand protection strategies and evolving consumer insights. A keynote session will explore packaging as a catalyst for trade under the EAC and AfCFTA frameworks, highlighting opportunities created through harmonisation and regional market access. The Opening Ceremony will feature Regina Ombam, Principal Secretary for Trade at the Ministry of Investments, Trade and Industry (MITI), outlining Kenya Government support programmes and policy direction designed to strengthen manufacturing, enhance competitiveness, and position the region as a key player in continental trade.
Central to the day’s discussions is the pressing shift toward circular economy principles. Through focused sessions on flexible packaging, smart and sustainable innovations, and a forward-looking panel discussion, delegates will gain a realistic perspective on where East Africa’s packaging industry stands — and what actionable progress looks like in practice. For visitors, the summit offers strategic intelligence, regulatory insight, and innovation-driven thinking essential for businesses aiming to remain competitive, compliant, and future-ready in a rapidly evolving regional market.
Day 2: Printing Masterclass by Printing SA
The Printing SA Masterclass is a focused, one-day technical training programme designed to upskill professionals across the printing, packaging, branding, and visual communications value chain. Delivered as part of Propak East Africa, the masterclass goes beyond theory to address real-world production challenges, commercial decision-making, and emerging technologies shaping the future of print.
Led by Printing SA and an exceptional line-up of international and regional experts, the programme combines industry research, strategic insight, and hands-on technical knowledge. Sessions will explore market trends and growth opportunities, hybrid inkjet printing for packaging, design for print and packaging, expanded colour gamut (ECG) printing, and the practical integration of AI in creative and production workflows.
Day 3: Unlocking East Africa’s Processing Potential: Finance, Innovation & Inclusive Value Chains
Day 3 brings together processors, manufacturers, innovators, and sector leaders for a comprehensive exploration of what is shaping the future of East Africa’s food and beverage processing industry. The sessions will unpack the trends, technologies, and market dynamics driving competitiveness across the region — from product innovation and value addition to quality, safety, and export readiness.
With a mix of expert-led discussions and practical insights, this day highlights the opportunities emerging across processing value chains and the enablers that help businesses scale and compete in local, regional, and global markets. Designed for companies of all sizes — from SMEs to established processors — the programme equips attendees with actionable knowledge to build resilient, efficient, and future-focused processing operations.
Propak EA 2026 Conference Registration
