"Today, China and Africa share a common vision — to make agriculture not only a source of food, but also a driver of inclusive growth, job creation, and technological advancement," Guo added. "That vision is reflected in the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation, where agriculture has been identified as a pillar of our shared future."

She added that over 100 Chinese agribusinesses — ranging from smart irrigation and drone technology to seed breeding and food processing — are participating in the expo, bringing with them affordable technologies adaptable to Africa's diverse agricultural contexts.

"These innovations can help smallholder farmers increase yields, reduce post-harvest losses, and make farming more resilient to climate shocks," Guo said.

With the new zero-tariff arrangement, Guo said that African products — from Kenyan avocados and Ethiopian coffee, to Ghanaian cocoa and Tanzanian cashews — will enjoy easier and more competitive access to the vast Chinese market.

"We expect to see more African produce on Chinese dining tables — a symbol of friendship and shared prosperity," she said.

Tito Mutai, founder and the chief executive officer of Agri-Africa Exhibition Limited, said the real transformation of the agricultural sector in Africa will come through innovation, market linkages, and strategic partnerships.

"This Expo is designed precisely to drive that transformation — by linking farmers to technologies, innovators to investors, and enterprises to global markets," he said.

"The expo is more than an event, it's a movement of ideas, investment, trade, and innovation," Mutai said. "The conversations and connections that begin here will continue to shape the continent's agricultural story for years to come."