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Thank you for attending the 22nd African Fine Coffees Conference & Exhibition & 3rd African Coffee Week! Have a safe trip home.

Thank you for attending the 22nd edition of the African Fine Coffees Conference & Exhibition & 3rd African Coffee Week in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia! We extend our deepest gratitude to our members, delegates, exhibitors, partners, sponsors, speakers, volunteers, and the entire AFCA community—this event would not have been possible without you!

3rd African Coffee Week

For the third consecutive year, the African Fine Coffees Association (AFCA) is partnering with the Inter-African Coffee Organisation (IACO) to host African Coffee Week in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from February 2–6, 2026. The week features a series of high-level events organized by both institutions, including IACO’s Scientific Conference, a High-Level Policy Forum, and AFCA’s 22nd African Fine Coffees Conference & Exhibition (AFCC&E). For more information about these events, see below:

The Scientific Conference

The African Coffee Research Network (ACRN), under the IACO and in collaboration with AFCA, will convene the 7th African Coffee Scientific Conference on February 2, 2026. This edition will focus on “Climate-Resilient Coffee: Innovation for a Sustainable Future,” highlights the urgent need for adaptable, science-driven solutions in Africa’s coffee sector.

The Conference brings together researchers, scientists, academics, private-sector partners, and policymakers to share insights, present findings, and strengthen collaboration in coffee science and innovation. Beyond knowledge exchange, the Conference aims to catalyze joint research proposals, partnerships, and resource mobilization to support practical implementation.

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The Policy Forum

As the African Union’s (AU) Specialized Agency for Coffee, IACO is leading continental engagement with AU institutions and the G25 coffee-producing countries to align policies and drive sector transformation. The High-Level Policy Forum, organized with UNIDO, will convene Ministers, Heads of Delegations from IACO Member States, private-sector leaders, value-chain actors, development partners, and key institutions.

The Forum will focus on the Advancing Climate-Resilience and Transformation in African Coffee (ACT Coffee Programme), a flagship UNIDO-led initiative aimed at building inclusive, competitive, and sustainable coffee value chains. Discussions will address policy alignment, investment pathways, and collaborative mechanisms to drive long-term transformation. The Forum seeks to establish a shared agenda and reinforce partnerships for a resilient and sustainable African coffee future.

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The AFCC&E

The African Fine Coffees Conference & Exhibition (AFCC&E) is Africa’s largest coffee trade platform, bringing together over 2,000 regional and international professionals, including producers, exporters, traders, roasters, government representatives, and development partners.

From February 4–6, 2026, AFCA will host the 22nd edition of the Conference in partnership with IACO and the Ethiopia Coffee & Tea Authority. This year’s theme — “Brewing Africa’s Next Generation” — will feature world-class speakers, an expansive exhibition hall, workshops, exclusive B2B cupping sessions, and dynamic social events. Additionally, we are proud to host the Africa Barista Championship and the regional Taste of Harvest Competition.

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Why attend the 22nd African Fine Coffees Conference & Exhibition?

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

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Be an Exhibitor

The Exhibition Hall is one of the most dynamic spaces at the AFCA Conference, offering exhibitors a prime opportunity to showcase the best of African coffee and related services. It provides an ideal environment to connect with leading producers, exporters, roasters, café owners, and industry innovators from around the world. Exhibiting at AFCC&E is the perfect platform to share your offerings, access valuable market insights, and build meaningful trade relationships through direct buyer–seller engagement.

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Venue

Addis International Convention Center (AICC)

Located in the heart of Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, the new Addis International Convention Center (AICC) will serve as the venue for this year’s conference. With its modern amenities and spacious facilities, the AICC provides an ideal setting for networking, learning, and collaboration. This dynamic environment—where innovation and tradition meet—offers the perfect backdrop to explore the opportunities and potential of the African coffee industry.

Shuttle services from key hotels in Addis Ababa, along with additional transportation options, will be communicated closer to the event date.

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2026 Partners & Sponsors

“For 17 consecutive years I have had the honor of speaking at the annual AFCA conferences to provide my world market outlook.   While I was tasked with sharing my market knowledge with attendees, the relationships fostered and learning outcomes from my attending the event year after year has been unsurpassed.  While the annual conference is something to look forward to each February,  participation, educational tools, and mentoring are now ongoing throughout the year providing continuous learning opportunities and skill building to members.”

Judith Ganes

President Ganes Consulting
“The annual AFCA conference in February has been a highlight every year since it began. The coming together of the Specialty industry on the continent to exchange ideas, celebrate excellence and build relationships – joined by a host of like-minded international visitors – has been a great source of inspiration and joy.”

Phil Schluter

Covoya
One of AFCA’s great successes since being founded in 1999 is their annual African Fine Coffee Conference, which is held each year in a rotating member country, and attracts producers, buyers, roasters, and a wide range of other participants in the world of African coffee. The real value of the conference was found in the corridor conversations, new relationships, and the opportunity to engage directly with producers, exporters, and value chain actors who are often absent from other industry events and discussions. These factors alone ensure that the AFCA conference remains on the African coffee radar.

Sara Mason

sprudge.com
“The African Fine Coffees Association has been an inspired and visionary establishment for over two decades. It continues to bring all African coffee stakeholders together from farmers to roasters under one umbrella to exchange ideas, learn, and support each other.Many international visitors conclude that this conference is the place to be every February, returning year after year. This association and conference will thrive as Africa fights for a better livelihood for its farmers and for its deserved position in the global coffee trade in an increasingly challenging global environment.”

Abdallah Bagersh

General Manager SA BAGERSH PLC, Ethiopia
“Attending AFCA Conference has allowed me to spend time with winners, talk to winners, and make friends with winners. The conversations are next-level different and have really helped me focus on what really matters in financing coffee value chains, deepening our impact and furthering our goals as an organization.”

 

Peter Onguka

Head of Lending - Africa Root Capital, Kenya

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