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8/22/25, 10:30 AM Khalifa Fund Supports Emirati SMEs at Grains Africa 2025
Grains Africa 2025, a major global event focused on agriculture and food
security. Scheduled to take place in Nairobi, Kenya, from August 21 to 23,
the event is expected to serve as a platform for building international
collaborations and accessing new markets.

Her Excellency Mouza Obaid Al Nasri, CEO of Khalifa Fund, stated: “This
participation highlights our commitment to supporting Emirati startups and
entrepreneurs, while enhancing their global competitiveness, and is in line
with Khalifa Fund’s vision to establish a sustainable business ecosystem,
which will support long-term growth and economic diversification.”

Khalifa Fund Highlights UAE

Innovation at Grains Africa 2025

The Emirati SMEs, operating in agriculture technology, food security, and
sustainable agriculture, will showcase a variety of solutions designed to
enhance productivity and sustainability. Participating companies include
East Gate, a bakery equipment specialist; iPack, a provider of sterile
cardboard packaging; Printing Talk, offering precision-printed packaging;
iPlast Industries, a pioneer in plastic pallets and packaging solutions;
Samira Maatouk, a premium Emirati coffee brand; Orion, a supplier of
advanced packaging products; and Popular Popcorn, a family-run healthy
snack business.

According to organizers, Africa’s agricultural markets are projected to
reach USD 1 trillion by 2030, underscoring the significance of participation
for SMEs seeking international growth opportunities.

Strengthens Export and SME

Development Programs

The participation forms part of the Khalifa Fund’s SME Export Enablement
Programme, launched in 2025. The initiative equips SMEs with advisory
services, capacity building, and access to trade platforms to help them
expand globally. By supporting their entry into Africa, the Fund aims to
enhance export growth, promote Emiratisation in supply chains, and
contribute to the UAE’s sustainable development goals.

Through this effort, the Khalifa Fund continues its strategy of promoting
entrepreneurship, supporting SMEs, and consolidating the UAE’s position
as a hub for agricultural and industrial innovation.

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