18 March, 2026
East Africa Textile and Leather Week 2026 is set to take place from 30 April to 2 May 2026 at the Sarit Expo Centre in Nairobi, Kenya. The event serves as an important regional platform dedicated to the growth and development of the textile, apparel, and leather industries across East Africa. It brings together industry professionals, manufacturers, suppliers, and buyers to explore opportunities in production, sourcing, and trade within the sector.
The exhibition highlights multiple segments of the textile and leather value chain, including textile machinery, fabrics, yarns, garments, footwear materials, leather processing technologies, and fashion accessories. Exhibitors present products and technologies that support the manufacturing and processing of textiles and leather goods, offering insights into new materials and production solutions relevant to the industry.
A key component of the event is its focus on industry collaboration and knowledge exchange. In addition to the exhibition floor, the program often includes business meetings, technical discussions, and networking sessions designed to encourage partnerships between regional and international participants. These activities provide opportunities for professionals to discuss supply chain developments, market expansion, and production capabilities within the region.
The event attracts a wide professional audience, including textile manufacturers, leather producers, garment exporters, fashion designers, equipment suppliers, retailers, and sourcing specialists. Representatives from trade organizations, investment groups, and government agencies may also participate to support the development of the regional textile and leather industries.
Overall, East Africa Textile and Leather Week 2026 offers valuable insights into the evolving manufacturing landscape in East Africa while creating opportunities for business connections, knowledge sharing, and exploration of emerging markets in the textile and leather sectors.
Date: 30 April - 2 May 2026
Venue: Sarit Expo Centre, Nairobi, Kenya.
Disclaimer: This content is purely informational. Rock Uniquoters is a leading Synthetic Leather manufacturer and exporter, is not the organizer of the event mentioned. For event details or inquiries, please contact the event organizers directly.
