Stone Africa is a specialized B2B exhibition dedicated to the marble, granite, and natural stone industry, created to serve as a strategic platform connecting producers, technology providers, buyers, and decision-makers across Africa and international markets. Hosted in Cairo, Egypt, Stone Africa positions itself as a gateway exhibition—bridging Africa’s vast natural stone resources with global demand, innovation, and trade opportunities.
Stone Africa 2026 – A Focused Industry Platform Stone Africa 2026 unites the full stone value chain in a sector-specific exhibition, enabling focused business connections, partnerships, and market growth through highly relevant industry engagement.
From Resources to Value Creation Stone Africa helps convert Africa’s natural stone resources into commercial value, supporting processing, innovation, and finished products while promoting trade, exports, technology transfer, and global exposure for African producers.
The natural stone industry has flourished globally for centuries and is admired for its enduring elegance, strength, and versatility. Stone and marble are integral to the construction, design, and art sectors, shaping modern architecture and historical restoration. Egypt, with its rich quarrying heritage and skilled craftsmanship, plays a pivotal role in this industry. From stunning marble to resilient granite, Egypt is a key supplier for international markets seeking high-quality, natural materials that exude both beauty and durability.
The stone, marble, and granite industry in Africa has experienced significant growth in recent years, driven by increasing demand for high quality natural stones in construction, interior design, and infrastructure projects. Africa’s expanding urbanization, coupled with infrastructure development across many nations, has fueled the demand for marble and granite for use in residential, commercial, and government buildings.
The African stone market is projected to grow at a steady pace, with estimates suggesting a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5-7% in the coming years. This growth is further supported by improvements in extraction and processing technologies, as well as increased investments in mining and manufacturing facilities across the continent.
Countries like Egypt, Morocco, and South Africa have become key players in the industry, with a growing export market to Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
Egypt stands at the crossroads of global stone trade, with abundant natural resources and proximity to key markets in Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. The country’s extensive quarrying sites and deep-rooted tradition in stone craftsmanship make it a prime player in the natural stone industry. Egyptian marble and granite are known for their unique textures, strength, and quality and are highly sought after for construction projects, luxury interiors, and historical restorations.
Following the success of its inaugural edition, Stone Africa evolves in its second edition under the concept “The Art of Stone. Stone Africa 2026 highlights not only materials and machinery, but also craftsmanship, innovation, and design excellence, reinforcing stone’s role as both an industrial material and a medium of expression.
6,000+
Visitors
23
Visiting Countries
100+
Exhibitors
4 Full Exhibition Days
Extended time for meetings and deals More Time.
200+ Hosted Buyers
Expanded international buyer program.
Doubled Exhibition Space
More exhibitors, better flow.
Optimized Global Timing
Scheduled away from international exhibitions.
Africa Pavilions Launched
African stone producers showcased.
Front-Entrance Block Yard
Maximum visibility from entry.
Marble Art – New Main Sector
Design-driven marble showcase.
Dedicated Machinery Hall
Stronger technology presence.