About Us

Founded in July 2000, the African Fine Coffees Association (AFCA) is a member-based, non-profit association that represents producers, traders, government, and other support organizations. 

AFCA is currently made up of 11 member countries, including Burundi, Cameroon, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), Ethiopia, Kenya, Malawi, Rwanda, South Africa, Uganda, Tanzania, and Zambia. The Secretariat is headquartered in Kampala, Uganda, with representative staff in other member countries.

  • Mission

    To lead, motivate, and professionalise the African coffee sector by building member capacity, creating market linkages, hosting events, and raising the value of African coffee.

  • Vision

    A thriving and sustainable African coffee sector for all stakeholders. 

  • Core Values

    • Accountable 
    • Member-centric 
    • Knowledgeable 
    • Transformative 
    • Inclusive
    • Collaborative 

  • AFCA Strategic Plan 2024-2027

    AFCA’s 2024–2027 Strategic Plan reflects a shared vision developed in close collaboration with the Board of Directors, staff, members, and partners. This three-year roadmap was officially approved at the AFCA Annual General Meeting held in February 2025 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, and defines the organization’s key areas of focus through 2027.

    The Strategic Plan is composed of five Strategic Priorities: 

    1. Deliver AFCA Membership Retention and Growth
    2. Develop AFCA’s Service Portfolio to Build Member Capacity
    3. Provide Effective Representation and Advocacy for the AFCA Membership
    4. Increase the Market Linkages, Production and Export Growth of African Fine Coffee
    5. Build the Capacity and Long Term Financial Sustainability of AFCA
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