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2nd African Coffee Week
Again this year, the African Fine Coffees Association is partnering with the Inter-African Coffee Organisation (IACO) to host the 2nd Annual Coffee Week in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, from February 24-28, 2025. The week will be made up of various events hosted by the partners, including IACO’s Scientific Conference and AFCA’s 21st African Fine Coffee Conference & Exhibition (AFCC&E). For more information about these events, see below:
About the Scientific Conference
The African Coffee Research Network (ACRN), under the Inter-African Coffee Organisation (IACO), will host its 6th Scientific Conference from February 24-25, 2025, at Serena Hotel, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Organized in collaboration with the Tanzania government, the conference’s central theme is: “Enhancing Research in Value Addition for Unlocking the Potential of African Coffee.”
Discussions will cover coffee agronomy, plant health, sustainability, quality improvement, and socio-economic factors. This is a must-attend event for researchers, policymakers, and industry players looking to drive the future of coffee research and development in Africa. Register today to be part of the conversation!
About the AFCC&E
The African Fine Coffees Conference and Exhibition (AFCC&E) is Africa’s largest coffee trade platform, bringing together over 2,000 regional and international coffee professionals, including producers, traders, and roasters. Public and private sector officials, as well as governments and NGOs take part in the annual event.
From February 26-28, 2025, AFCA will host the 21st edition of the AFCC&E in partnership with the Tanzania Coffee Board (TCB) in Dar es Salaam. This year’s event —with the centralized theme Value Regeneration— promises a lineup of esteemed international and regional speakers, an expansive exhibition hall, engaging workshops, exclusive B2B cupping sessions, and vibrant social events. Additionally, we are proud to host the Africa Barista Championship and the regional Taste of Harvest Competition.
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Volunteer Application Form is Live
Are you interested in volunteering at the African Fine Coffees Conference? As a volunteer, you will receive a complimentary conference badge, including lunch for all three days of the event. This is an incredible opportunity to gain hands-on experience, expand your...
Barista Registration is open
Do you want to be the next Africa Barista Champion? The African Fine Coffees Association (AFCA) and La Marzocco are partnering to host the 2025 Africa Barista Championship at the 21st African Fine Coffees Conference & Exhibition (AFCC&E) from February...
Taste of Harvest Competition
The Regional African Taste of Harvest Competition is an annual coffee quality competition that takes place at the African Fine Coffees Conference & Competition. This year is no different! The top five coffees from National Taste of Harvest Competitions will be...
Cup the best of Africa’s coffees at the B2B Pavilion
Listen to industry leaders at exclusive conference sessions
Make lifelong coffee friends
Experience world class coffee competitions
Professionalise your career with top-tier workshops
Network with coffee producers, exporters, and green buyers from around the world
Be an Exhibitor
The wonderful exhibition area has increasingly been regarded as pivotal in providing a unique opportunity to exhibitors showcasing the best coffees and affiliated services providing ample opportunity to network with coffee luminaries from all over the world. This will be the perfect platform for gathering valuable coffee information, building trade relations and buyer and seller interaction.
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Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC)
Nestled in the heart of Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, JNICC serves as our distinguished conference venue for this remarkable event. With its modern amenities and spacious facilities, the convention centre provides the ideal backdrop for networking, learning, and collaboration. Join us in this dynamic setting, where innovation and tradition converge, making it the perfect location to explore the boundless possibilities of the African coffee industry
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