Event Name: Halal Africa 2027
Date:15-17 April
Venue: Sandton, Johannesburg (Qurtuba Convention Centre)
Organisers Global Trade Development (Malaysia) and Inkanyezi Events (South Africa)
Contact: email: [email protected]; web: www.halalafrica.net
Halal Africa 2027 is the premier platform for the halal industry across Africa, the Middle East and beyond, bringing together producers, distributors, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and consumers in a dynamic, culturally rich environment in Johannesburg, South Africa. The Halal market (across sectors) in Africa alone is valued at US$450m (with 40% of Africans being Muslim) in a global market of US$2 trillion. Despite the market and producers of Halal product and services on the continent, many African countries import 70% of halal products and services.
Halal Africa is multi-sectoral. It extends far beyond food, encompassing a wide range of industries that adhere to Islamic Shariah law principles of permissibility, ethical conduct, quality, and hygiene.
Key sectors within the global halal industry include:
Food and Beverages: This is the largest and most well-known sector, including everything from meat and poultry production (which requires specific slaughter methods called dhabīḥah) to processed foods, ingredients, and dining experiences (restaurants and catering).
Islamic Finance: This sector provides Shariah-compliant financial services, such as interest-free banking, Takaful (Islamic insurance), investment platforms, and Sukuk (Islamic bonds), which fund other halal businesses.
Modest Fashion: This industry caters to the demand for clothing that is both stylish and adheres to Islamic guidelines of modesty, including sportswear and accessories.
Tourism and Hospitality: Known as Muslim-friendly or halal tourism, this sector includes travel agencies, accommodations (hotels and resorts with prayer facilities and halal amenities), and tour services that meet the faith-based needs of Muslim travelers.
Cosmetics and Personal Care: This segment focuses on products that are free from prohibited ingredients (like animal by-products or alcohol) and produced under stringent hygiene standards.
Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare: This growing sector ensures that medicines, vaccines, and healthcare products comply with halal standards, from sourcing ingredients to manufacturing processes.
Media and Recreation: This includes the production of Islamic-themed content, media platforms, events, and recreational facilities (like gender-segregated gyms and spas) that align with Islamic values.
Logistics and Supply Chain: This is an essential supporting sector that ensures the entire supply chain—from warehousing and transportation to packaging and handling—maintains the integrity of halal products and prevents contamination.
Agriculture: Opportunities exist in the farming and production of naturally halal products such as organic honey, vegetables, and certain types of livestock, with a focus on ethical practices and proper certification.
These sectors collectively form a substantial and rapidly growing global economy that promotes ethical, sustainable, and socially responsible business practices, attracting both Muslim and
Event Venue
Qurtuba Convention Centre, 44 2nd Rd, Linbro Park, Sandton, 2090, Johannesburg, South Africa
