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  • Exhibition

    Exhibition

    The exhibition will unite 500 global defence companies to showcase advanced technologies, build strategic partnerships and explore opportunities across the full defence and security value chain - all driving a safer, more resilient Africa.

  • Sponsorship

    Sponsorship

    With a global audience of defence leaders and over 30,000 attendees, sponsoring the event will deliver premium visibility, strengthen your brand presence and enable direct engagement with decision-makers shaping the future of Africa’s defence and security landscape.

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  • Conference

    Conference

    The conference programme will provide a global platform where defence leaders, policymakers, innovators and industry experts will unite to address Africa’s most urgent security challenges. By fostering collaboration and driving strategic solutions, the summit will showcase advanced technologies, shape policy and build partnerships to strengthen Africa’s defence and security future.

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    Your soon-to-be hub for insights, announcements, content and images relevant to members of the media.

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  • ABOUT

    ABOUT

    At a pivotal moment for Africa’s defence and security landscape, this event will bring together global leaders and innovators, offering visitors the chance to experience the latest technologies, connect with key decision-makers and be part of shaping the continent’s security future.

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ABOUT THE AFRICA INTERNATIONAL DEFENCE EXHIBITION (AFRIDEX)

The Africa International Defence Exhibition will provide a world-class platform to address Africa’s evolving security landscape, explore emerging technologies and deliver actionable solutions that strengthen defence capability and cooperation across the continent.

By uniting global leaders, policymakers and industry innovators, the event will foster dialogue, collaboration and knowledge exchange - driving investment, advancing technological innovation and supporting governments and defence organisations in building a more secure and self-reliant Africa.

The Africa International Defence Exhibition will champion Africa’s pivotal role in shaping a resilient and collaborative defence ecosystem, advancing progress in security, stability and sustainable industrial growth across the region.

dmg events is a leading international organiser of exhibitions and conferences, headquartered in Dubai and operating across more than 25 countries. Established in 1989, the company hosts over 80 events each year, connecting industries and communities through world-class platforms for trade, innovation and knowledge exchange.

With offices and partners spanning the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia and the Americas, dmg events combines global reach with local expertise to deliver impactful experiences that drive growth and collaboration across multiple sectors.

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The Defence Industries Corporation of Nigeria (DICON) is Nigeria’s premier defence manufacturing organisation, responsible for producing, innovating and supplying equipment to strengthen national and regional security.

Established in 1964, DICON supports the modernisation and self-reliance of Nigeria’s Armed Forces while fostering industrial growth through strategic partnerships and technological advancement across Africa’s defence sector.

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The Federal Republic of Nigeria is Africa’s most populous nation and one of its largest economies, recognised for its leadership and commitment to peace, stability and sustainable growth.

Through its defence and security institutions, Nigeria supports regional cooperation, industrial advancement and the development of a secure, self-reliant Africa.

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