VIV Africa 2026 concludes in Kigali with record attendance

The fifth edition of VIV Africa concluded in Kigali, Rwanda, at the Kigali Convention Centre. The event brought together professionals from the animal protein and agribusiness sectors to facilitate knowledge exchange and business development within the Feed to Food value chain.

The event saw record attendance with 2,257 visitors representing 69 countries. The program included a Leadership Conference featuring over 30 speakers and an exhibition with 153 exhibitors showcasing solutions in animal health, breeding, farm production, and food engineering.

Key discussions focused on strengthening Africa’s poultry and livestock sectors. Topics included youth-led agribusiness for sustainable livelihoods, East African feed sovereignty through local sourcing, and the role of livestock cooperatives in improving market access.