PREMIUM ACCESS FOR STRATEGIC ENGAGEMENT
A Delegate Pass provides senior professionals with access to the most valuable conference and networking opportunities at Africa International Defence Exhibition 2026.
Taking place from 26–29 October 2026 at Eko Atlantic, Lagos, Nigeria, the Exhibition will bring together government officials, armed forces leadership, procurement stakeholders, capability planners and global industry leaders across Land, Maritime, Air, Cyber and Space domains.
Designed for attendees seeking more than exhibition access, the Delegate Pass provides entry to the Strategic Conference, the Opening Ceremony, Opening Day participation and senior-level networking opportunities with decision-makers across the defence and security ecosystem.
Delegate Pass vs Visitor Pass
Compare access and benefits to choose the AFRIDEX pass that best supports your event objectives.
Note: Technical Theatre sessions are open to all registered AFRIDEX visitors. Strategic Conference access requires a Delegate Pass or VIP Pass.
Delegate Pass Pricing
Choose the delegate rate that matches your eligibility and secure access to AFRIDEX’s strategic conference and premium networking environment.
Early Bird Delegate Pass
Available until 31 August 2026
Standard Delegate Pass
Applies after the Early Bird deadline.
Military / Government Delegate Rate
Available for eligible military and government attendees.
Exhibitor Delegate Upgrade Rate
Available for eligible exhibitors upgrading their participation.
Rates are subject to registration approval, eligibility checks where applicable, and AFRIDEX event terms.
WHY SECURE A DELEGATE PASS?
The Delegate Pass is the premium route into AFRIDEX’s strategic dialogue and networking environment. It is designed for attendees who want to engage directly with senior stakeholders shaping defence and security priorities across Africa and internationally, including government officials, armed forces representatives, procurement and acquisition teams, defence manufacturers, OEMs, primes, SMEs, investors, advisors and strategic partners.
Access senior-level networking
Join delegate networking breaks designed to facilitate meaningful conversations with government, military, industry and procurement stakeholders.
Enter the Strategic Conference
Attend AFRIDEX’s flagship conference programme, focused on capability development, procurement, industrial growth, readiness and international collaboration.
Attend Opening Day
Access the AFRIDEX Opening Ceremony and exhibition on Monday 26 October.
Gain insight across all domains
Explore high-level priorities across Land, Maritime, Air, Cyber and Space.
Move beyond exhibition access
Position your organisation closer to the strategic conversations shaping capability planning, partnership development and long-term cooperation pathways.
WHAT YOUR DELEGATE PASS INCLUDES
Strategic Conference access
Access the Strategic Conference on Tuesday 27 and Wednesday 28 October 2026.
Opening Ceremony access
Attend the AFRIDEX Opening Ceremony on Monday 26 October 2026.
Opening Day exhibition access
Access the exhibition on Opening Day, alongside senior stakeholders and official participants.
Four-day exhibition access
Access the AFRIDEX exhibition from 26–29 October 2026.
Delegate networking breaks
Join senior-level networking during Strategic Conference breaks.
Conference refreshments
Includes morning tea, lunch and afternoon tea during Strategic Conference days.
Speaker Q&A access
Participate in Strategic Conference Q&A sessions, subject to session format.
Event app access
Use the event app and meeting tools to plan your AFRIDEX participation.
STRATEGIC CONFERENCE ACCESS
The Strategic Conference is AFRIDEX’s flagship conference programme, bringing together senior government leaders, military officials, defence industry executives, capability planners and international experts to address the strategic issues shaping Africa’s defence and security landscape.
The 2026 theme is:
Advancing Africa’s Sovereign Security Capability Through Innovation and Industrial Growth
Across two days, the Strategic Conference will examine how African nations and international partners can strengthen capability development, resilient supply chains, training-led readiness and long-term industrial growth across Land, Maritime, Air, Cyber and Space.
Strategic Conference dates: Tuesday 27 - Wednesday 28 October 2026
Capacity: Approximately 1,000 delegates and VIPs
Access: Delegate Pass or VIP Pass ONLY
NETWORKING ACCESS
For many senior attendees, the strongest value of the Delegate Pass is access to the networking environment around the Strategic Conference. Delegate networking breaks are designed to help attendees connect with the people shaping policy, investment, procurement, capability planning and partnership development across Africa’s defence and security ecosystem. Delegate Pass holders can network with:
Ministers and senior government officials
Policymakers
Chiefs of defence and service chiefs
Heads of procurement and acquisition
Military and security decision-makers
International delegations
Defence manufacturers and technology providers
Prime contractors and systems integrators
SMEs and dual-use innovators
Investors, consultants and strategic partners
Speakers and fellow conference delegates
Academia and research institutions
CONFIRMED OFFICIAL DELEGATIONS
WHO SHOULD BUY A DELEGATE PASS?
The Delegate Pass is designed for individuals and organisations seeking premium access to AFRIDEX’s strategic conference and networking environment.
Government and military stakeholders
For officials, officers and public-sector representatives involved in policy, planning, readiness, interoperability and capability development.
Industry leaders and manufacturers
For defence and security companies seeking senior-level engagement with African and international stakeholders.
OEMs, primes and systems integrators
For organisations supporting platform delivery, integration, sustainment, lifecycle support and long-term capability programmes.
SMEs and dual-use innovators
For technology providers bringing practical solutions across Cyber, Space, AI, ISR, communications, training, simulation, MRO and digital transformation.
Procurement and acquisition teams
For professionals involved in defining requirements, assessing solutions and aligning capability priorities with implementation pathways.
Advisors, investors and strategic partners
For organisations supporting market entry, investment, industrial development, partnerships and policy-led engagement.
Academia, think tanks and research institutions
For experts contributing to strategic insight, security studies, industrial policy, technology governance and capability development.
EXHIBITOR AND SPONSOR UPGRADES
Exhibitors and sponsors receive complimentary exhibitor passes as part of their participation package. These passes can be upgraded to Delegate Passes, providing access to the Strategic Conference and delegate-level networking opportunities.
Upgrading is recommended for exhibitor and sponsor representatives who need direct access to the strategic conference environment, senior-level networking breaks and procurement stakeholder engagement.
Please speak with your dedicated dmg events representative to discuss the most suitable upgrade options for your organisation.
GROUP BOOKINGS
Organisations purchasing 10 or more Delegate Passes are encouraged to contact the AFRIDEX team to discuss group booking options and additional benefits.
Group bookings are suitable for corporate teams, government and military organisations, associations, advisory groups and organisations sending multiple senior representatives to the Strategic Conference.
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