Entries Opening Soon for 2026

Come and visit us at the Africa Food Show in Cape Town from 10-12 June 2026 at the CTICC.

Attention all Pizzaiolo!, flex your culinary muscles at the much anticipated Global Pizza Challenge 2026 to be hosted at “The Africa Food Show 2026 in Cape Town – Cape Town International Convention Centre and live streamed on social media on 10th till 12th June 2026

With the competition now firmly entrenched on SA’s shores, organisers are keen to see passionate, independent pizza makers, pizza lovers and all others demonstrate their gastronomic masterpieces first-hand during the competition’s national cook-off.

If you do, please check out our ‘Rules & Prizes’ page and enter the competition.

Live on 10 – 12 JUNE 2026
CAPE TOWN INTERNATIONAL CONVENTION CENTRE, CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA
AFRICA FOOD SHOW

Please note that entries are limited and will not be accepted after 25 May 2026.

Want to be a contestant?

From March 10, 2026, the stage is set for you to become the next pizza-making sensation! Captivate our international judges and electrifying audiences. Do you have what it takes to join the ranks of these culinary artists? This is your chance! Whether you’re a seasoned chef or a home cook with a passion for pizza, our competition welcomes all. Click below to enter!

Want to be a partner?

We have worked alongside numerous partners since the Global Pizza Challenge’s inception. There are a number sponsorship packages available for brands who want to get involved and partner with us. If your organisation wants to support innovation within the independent pizza sector, please let us know.

Want to be a judge?

Pizza is undoubtedly a firm favourite around the world and the Global Pizza Challenge was founded to promote and encourage culinary innovation within the world’s most popular food sector – pizza. Do you want to be a judge in your country and join us on this culinary journey?
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