Rwanda hosted the first of its kind 'Africa Coffee and Tea Expo'
Kigali, Rwanda, 07th to 08th July, 2025 - Rwanda has successfully hosted the inaugural Africa Coffee and Tea Expo 2025, a two-day landmark event that brought together more than 500 global players from the coffee and tea industries. The expo, which took place at the Kigali Convention Centre, was convened under the powerful theme: “Africa Brewing for Prosperity.”
This continental gathering served as a vibrant platform for farmers, exporters, investors, baristas, policymakers, and industry innovators to explore opportunities, forge partnerships, and showcase Africa’s rich and diverse coffee and tea offerings to the world.
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB), Claude Bizimana, emphasized the long-term vision behind the expo:
"ACTEXPO25 is more than an exhibition, it’s a platform to connect Africa’s producers, buyers, and innovators, deepen market access, and drive bold ideas that empower farmers at the heart of the value chain."
In his keynote address, the Minister of State at the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources (MINAGRI), Hon. Eric Rwigamba, highlighted the strategic importance of such platforms for transforming Africa’s agri-export landscape:
“Africa is home to some of the world’s finest coffee beans and most flavorful teas. These commodities support over 25 million livelihoods, yet the full potential of our value chains remains untapped. The ACT Expo 2025 is our collective call to action to foster trade, drive innovation, and build resilient systems that can withstand climate shocks and shifting global demands.”
Exhibitions featured top-tier products and innovations from across the continent, while barista competitions, cupping sessions, and business matchmaking activities provided dynamic experiences for participants.
The Africa Coffee and Tea Expo 2025 not only elevated Rwanda’s profile as a premium origin for both coffee and tea but also marked a defining moment in fostering continental collaboration for sustainable growth.
For the pictures and videos of the Event, click here.
Rwanda hosted the first of its kind 'Africa Coffee and Tea Expo'
Kigali, Rwanda, 07th to 08th July, 2025 - Rwanda has successfully hosted the inaugural Africa Coffee and Tea Expo 2025, a two-day landmark event that brought together more than 500 global players from the coffee and tea industries. The expo, which took place at the Kigali Convention Centre, was convened under the powerful theme: “Africa Brewing for Prosperity.”
This continental gathering served as a vibrant platform for farmers, exporters, investors, baristas, policymakers, and industry innovators to explore opportunities, forge partnerships, and showcase Africa’s rich and diverse coffee and tea offerings to the world.
The Chief Executive Officer of the National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB), Claude Bizimana, emphasized the long-term vision behind the expo:
"ACTEXPO25 is more than an exhibition, it’s a platform to connect Africa’s producers, buyers, and innovators, deepen market access, and drive bold ideas that empower farmers at the heart of the value chain."
In his keynote address, the Minister of State at the Ministry of Agriculture and Animal Resources (MINAGRI), Hon. Eric Rwigamba, highlighted the strategic importance of such platforms for transforming Africa’s agri-export landscape:
“Africa is home to some of the world’s finest coffee beans and most flavorful teas. These commodities support over 25 million livelihoods, yet the full potential of our value chains remains untapped. The ACT Expo 2025 is our collective call to action to foster trade, drive innovation, and build resilient systems that can withstand climate shocks and shifting global demands.”
Exhibitions featured top-tier products and innovations from across the continent, while barista competitions, cupping sessions, and business matchmaking activities provided dynamic experiences for participants.
The Africa Coffee and Tea Expo 2025 not only elevated Rwanda’s profile as a premium origin for both coffee and tea but also marked a defining moment in fostering continental collaboration for sustainable growth.
For the pictures and videos of the Event, click here.
