Coffee Education
HOLISTIC COFFEE EDUCATION
At AFCA, we are dedicated to empowering our members with comprehensive education programs and business insights to elevate their businesses. Our commitment extends to the broader coffee community, offering numerous opportunities to advance coffee careers through online and in-person training, certificate courses, and other capacity-building activities. We offer accessible education on key topics, including:
- Agronomy
- Processing
- Quality Control & Cupping
- Green Coffee Trading
- Sales & Marketing
- Roasting
- Brewing & Barista Skills
AFCA COFFEE CAMPUS
Located at the AFCA Secretariat in Kampala, Uganda, the AFCA Coffee Campus is a state-of-the-art coffee lab and classroom. It is a certified Q Venue Professional, an internationally recognized certification by the Coffee Quality Institute (CQI). This certification ensures that the AFCA Coffee Campus meets the highest standards for cupping, sensory, and processing education. Our lab is fully equipped for coffee quality evaluation courses and barista training.
In addition to hosting courses, the Coffee Campus is available for rent, complete with all necessary equipment and services tailored to your specific needs. For inquiries, please contact secretariat@afca.coffee.
PARTNERS
To deliver the highest quality education, AFCA collaborates with expert educators and institutions, bringing the latest content and equipment to the African continent. If you are an educator interested in partnering with AFCA, please contact secretariat@afca.coffee. Partner educators can be based anywhere in Africa and ideally hold an instructor certificate from a recognized institution.
Unlock New Markets & Grow Your Coffee Business with AFCA
Growing your coffee business in today’s market can be a challenge — but with the right tools, it doesn’t have to be. By strengthening your digital marketing and learning how to communicate your sustainability story, you can reach the right buyers and grow your market presence.
That’s why the African Fine Coffees Association (AFCA), in partnership with Vuna Coffee School and with funding from ENABEL, is offering a limited number of fully funded scholarships for the new online course:
Digital Market Access & Client Engagement in Coffee
This six-week course is designed to help coffee producers and exporters build their digital visibility, engage buyers, and market their sustainability strategies more effectively.
You’ll learn how to:
- Strengthen your digital brand and presence
- Engage and retain clients through digital tools
- Communicate sustainability impact to buyers
- Build scalable systems for long-term growth
📅 Course starts: November 2025
💻 Format: Online learning with up to two live coaching sessions
👥 Apply as an individual or in a group of up to 2 employees from the same organization
For more information
on the course content, eligibility, and application requirements download the Course Overview
To apply for a scholarship:
Complete the Online Application Form
📅 Deadline: November 7th, 2025
⚠️ Limited scholarships available — apply early!
Why Participate
Participation in this course will help AFCA members strengthen their digital strategies and sustainability communication — while gaining the skills to compete in evolving global markets. It will also contribute to AFCA’s broader mission to amplify the voice and visibility of African coffee producers and exporters worldwide.
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