Nonda Commodities, the proprietors of Nonda Coffee, in partnership with Ingazi Group International from Saudi Arabia, has announced a major investment in Uganda’s coffee value chain.
The partnership aims to establish the Luwero Coffee Park, a flagship agro-industrial initiative poised to transform Uganda’s coffee sector.
The Coffee Park, located in Kasana, Luwero District, is expected to process up to 35,000 metric tons of coffee annually. This initiative is central to Uganda’s goal of industrializing agriculture and improving household incomes through agro-based value addition.
“This project represents a complete transformation of the coffee value chain from seedling to the final premium cup,” said Tonny Miiro, CEO of Nonda Commodities.
Dr. Monica Musenero, Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation said, “We believe in partnerships – between government, the private sector, and local communities.”
She added, “Nonda Coffee has emerged as a valuable partner in actualizing our strategic plan that prioritizes coffee and cocoa as major household income driver.”
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni welcomed the Ingazi Group’s investment and pledged full government support through the Ministry of Science, Technology and Innovation.
He acknowledged the transformative potential of the Luwero Coffee Park in aligning with Uganda’s vision for agro-industrialization and value addition.
Representatives of the Ingazi Group International expressed optimism, noting that Uganda’s coffee will find ready markets in Saudi Arabia and neighboring Gulf countries. The investment will support the branding of “Ugandan Premium Coffee” as a globally recognized export commodity.
The Luwero Coffee Park is expected to create an unprecedented demand for consistent and quality supply, integrating farmers directly into the value chain through seedling multiplication centers.
This initiative will enhance Uganda’s position in the international coffee arena and improve household incomes through agro-based value addition.