Coffee

International Trade Centre Backs Coffee Revival in Ghana, Asili Coffee Leads Efforts

International Trade Centre Backs Coffee Revival in Ghana, Asili Coffee Leads Efforts

In the rolling hills of the Akuapem Ridge in Ghana, a quiet revolution is underway, led by John Nana Addo Francois and his company, Asili Coffee. Asili Coffee is spearheading a movement to boost national coffee production and consumption, reshaping rural development in a country traditionally known for its cocoa. John’s efforts are part of the ACP Business-Friendly programme, funded by the European Union and the Organisation of African, Caribbean, and Pacific (ACP) States. The initiative, implemented by the International Trade Centre (ITC) through its Alliances for Action, aims to strengthen Ghana’s coffee industry, with the Akuapem Ridge positioned to…
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Uganda’s Coffee Exports to Turkey Soar as Embassy Intensifies Commercial Diplomacy

Uganda’s Coffee Exports to Turkey Soar as Embassy Intensifies Commercial Diplomacy

Uganda's coffee industry has made a significant breakthrough in the Turkish market, with exports increasing by a remarkable 2,200% between 2019 and 2024. From a modest 2000 bags (120 tons) in 2019, coffee exports to Turkey surged to 44,000 bags (2,640 tons) in 2024. This impressive growth is attributed to the Uganda Mission in Turkey's strategic shift in approaching investment, trade, and tourism. By focusing on Uganda's major product that Turkey cannot easily substitute - coffee - the Mission successfully tapped into the Turkish market's growing demand for high-quality coffee. "Turkey offers a significant opportunity for Ugandan coffee exporters, with…
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