FACIM 2026: Mozambique's Largest Trade Fair Opens August 31
The 58th edition of FACIM (Feira Internacional de Maputo) opens August 31 through September 6, 2026, at the Maputo International Conference Center (CICC). As Mozambique's largest international trade fair, it serves as a central hub for over 2,000 exhibitors from more than 30 countries across sectors such as agriculture, manufacturing, and energy.
Key Highlights for 2026
German Pavilion Returns: The German Pavilion is confirmed for FACIM 2026, highlighting international interest in Mozambican agricultural trade. Germany remains a significant importer of key Mozambican commodities, including cashew, cotton, and sesame.
Agricultural Exhibitors: The fair expects over 400 agricultural exhibitors, ranging from crop processing firms and irrigation specialists to providers of agricultural machinery and mobile money platforms.
DTIC Support: The Trade and Investment Agency (DTIC) is coordinating national participation, ensuring each of Mozambique's provinces has a dedicated space to showcase local agricultural production.
Agricultural Significance for Farmers
For a smallholder farmer, events like FACIM represent a crucial link to the broader market. The availability of new irrigation systems, seeds, and mobile payment infrastructure showcased here directly influences the efficiency of the upcoming season. Accessing these technologies can improve crop yields and simplify the process of selling harvests to regional processors.
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Market Opportunities
FACIM provides a vital platform for stakeholders to engage in several key activities:
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Sourcing agricultural commodities directly from cooperatives and regional processors.
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Engaging with provincial government representatives regarding agricultural land use and rights.
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Exploring mobile money integration (M-Pesa, e-Mola, mKesh) to facilitate safer and faster payments.
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Developing partnerships for post-harvest agricultural processing.
Maputo Bridge Capital's Focus
Maputo Bridge Capital, founded by Anselmo Boaventura in Fort Worth, Texas, monitors events like FACIM to identify ways to support verified smallholder farmers. Our focus includes identifying new export opportunities for crops like cashew and sesame, and strengthening cooperative partnerships, such as our work with the COJAZ cooperative in Zambezia, to expand our impact.
Frequently asked questions
What sectors are typically represented at FACIM? FACIM hosts exhibitors from various industries, including agriculture, mining, manufacturing, energy, and service sectors.
Who coordinates the provincial participation at the fair? The national Trade and Investment Agency (DTIC) organizes the pavilions to ensure all provinces have the opportunity to showcase their agricultural products.
Is the trade fair open to the general public? The event is the premier venue for trade professionals, with free entry for trade visitors during designated business days.
Practical Information
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Dates: August 31 - September 6, 2026
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Location: Maputo International Conference Center (CICC), Maputo, Mozambique
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Expected attendance: 50,000+ visitors
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Entry: Free for trade visitors on business days
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