FACIM PROGRESS REPORT

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

This report presents the main results of the survey carried out on the evolution of FACIM, with the aim of understanding the profile of the participants, the frequency of participation, their perception of the evolution of business, their expectations of the event, as well as the improvements identified and suggestions for future editions.
The analysis shows that FACIM remains an event of great national and international relevance, attracting regular exhibitors and visitors over the years. The majority of participants felt that their expectations were met or exceeded, reflecting the importance of the event as a platform for business, networking and visibility. However, the data also reveals important challenges: accessibility, publicizing the event, customer service and
support infrastructure continue to be points of attention.
Furthermore, although we recognize a positive evolution in the sectors and in the diversity of exhibitors,
there is room to strengthen the organization and increase the impact with strategic audiences.
Overall, the results confirm FACIM's role as a showcase for the Mozambican economy and
as a privileged space for promoting business, but they also point to the need for
investment in communication, logistics and the visitor experience, guaranteeing greater competitiveness and international relevance in future editions.

PROFILE OF THE PARTICIPANTS

The survey had around 400 participants, the majority of whom were exhibitors (around half). Visitors accounted for a significant proportion, around 40%, while the "other profiles" category had a small presence, below 10%. This shows that the sample reflects both those who exhibit and those who
visit FACIM in a balanced way.

Exhibitor includes all individuals interviewed who were part of
as an exhibitor during the event.

Visitors correspond to all individuals who attended the event as mere spectators.

Other corresponds to the organization's in-house staff, security guards, investors and other exhibitor and visitor personnel.

YEARS OF EXPERIENCE

The composition of the participants revealed a
good mix of newcomers and veterans: around 35% were attending FACIM for the first time, 42% have been attending for 2-3 years, 12% for 4-5 years and 10% for more than 5 years. These figures indicate that the event manages to attract new audiences at each edition, while maintaining a loyal base of participants.

EVOLUTION OF BUSINESS EXHIBITED

When analyzing the perception of evolution over the last five years, only a minority reported no evolution. A considerable proportion reported little evolution, but the majority perceived some or a lot of evolution in the sectors and businesses presented. This
result shows that, although there is still room for improvement, the public is noticing concrete progress in the diversity and quality of the offer on display.

CHANGES IN SECTOR REPRESENTATION

An analysis of the sectoral representation at FACIM shows a diversified participation, with Agriculture and Agroindustry (25.5%) standing out as the main area of concentration, reflecting the sector's historical relevance to the national economy. In second place is the Start-ups and Technology segment (23.0%), signalling a growing commitment to innovation and the modernization of the Mozambican business fabric. This was followed by the Trade and Services sector (21.0%), which has established itself as an essential pillar of economic dynamism. Other sectors, such as Manufacturing (13.2%), Culture and Handicrafts (11.0%) and Health (6.2%), although with less relative expression, reinforce the diversity of the fair and demonstrate the potential for integration between traditional and emerging activities. Overall, the data shows that FACIM manages to balance traditional sectors of economic importance, such as agriculture and industry, with new strategic areas, such as technology and innovation, increasing the relevance of the event as a multi-sector business platform.

DIVERSITY OF EXHIBITORS

The diversity of exhibitors was rated very positively. 64.0% of participants believe that diversity is better than in previous years and 27.3% that it is much better, signaling an effective broadening of the range of sectors, brands and profiles present.
A smaller proportion (7.2%) believe that it has remained the same, while only 1.5% considered it to be worse. To sum up, FACIM has managed to attract new types of exhibitors and broaden the range on offer, reinforcing its relevance as a multi-sector showcase.

PARTICIPANTS' EXPECTATIONS

More than 65% said the event met their expectations, while almost 30% said it exceeded them. Only a small proportion, just over 6%, felt that the experience fell short. Overall, the evaluation is positive, with a trend towards satisfaction and recognition of the value of FACIM among exhibitors and visitors.

IMPROVEMENTS IDENTIFIED

Among the improvements perceived by the
participants, the following stand out:

❑ General organization of the event (structure,
logistics and security);
❑ Trade and services;
❑ Diversity of exhibitors;
❑ Culture and crafts;
❑ Publicizing and communicating the event.
These improvements reinforce the perception of greater
professionalization and strengthening of FACIM
as a business platform.

SUGGESTIONS AND RECOMMENDATIONS

The most recurrent suggestions were:

❑ Improve security, accessibility and alternative
accesses, as well as creating
rest and leisure areas;
❑ Review entry prices for both visitors and exhibitors or create exclusive packages for SMEs and students;
Investing more in the Health sector and
Innovation and Technologies;
These points reflect the concern of
participants for the overall experience of
visitors and the attractiveness of the event in the
long term.