Our Mission
Mbuji South Coffee supports women entrepreneurs, smallholder farmers, and global specialty markets with transparent, sustainable agricultural trade.
To source, process, and supply premium Tanzanian agricultural products, especially coffee, while empowering local farmers and women entrepreneurs. We are committed to ethical trade, full traceability, and consistent quality, delivering value through innovation, transparency, and community engagement.
To become a leading and trusted exporter of Tanzanian coffee and agricultural products globally, serving as a catalyst for socio-economic transformation by empowering smallholder farmers, women traders, and local communities through sustainable and inclusive business practices.
We create opportunities for women and smallholder farmers to lead, earn fairly, and thrive.
We ensure full transparency from origin to export.
We protect the land and invest in practices that sustain both people and the planet.
Excellence is non-negotiable. From crop to cup, we maintain the highest standards.
We trade with honesty, openness, and respect — building trust at every stage.
We grow together. Our work strengthens families, cooperatives, and local economies.
Mbuji South Coffee Limited is a women-led Tanzanian agribusiness committed to sourcing, processing, and exporting premium Arabica and Robusta coffee. Alongside coffee, the company also trades in high-quality cashew nuts, vanilla beans, and spices.
Headquartered in Dar es Salaam and sourcing from the fertile highlands of Mbinga, Kagera, and Kilimanjaro, Mbuji South Coffee bridges the gap between smallholder farmers—especially women—and global specialty markets. Every partnership is built on ethical sourcing, full traceability, and a shared commitment to purpose-driven trade.
Founder Elizabeth Francis Chishomi drew inspiration from her roots in Tukuyu, Mbeya, where her grandparents were early coffee growers. Her journey into coffee began in 2016 at Mbinga Coffee, where she learned the full coffee processing cycle.
Motivated to make a greater impact, she began sourcing and selling parchment coffee and later co-founded Mbuji South Coffee Limited to build a platform that champions farmer empowerment, ethical sourcing, and quality export.
The company’s name and spirit are drawn from Mbuji Rock, a sacred landmark in Ruvuma among the Wamatengo people, symbolising strength, heritage, and resilience—values that shape the Mbuji South brand.
We choose the best African coffee seeds and plant varieties for quality, resilience, and origin-driven character. These are the varieties we trust for Tanzania’s highlands and specialty export lots.
East African Arabica legends prized for their bright acidity, berry fruit, and elegant floral complexity.
A heritage variety with creamy sweetness, stone fruit notes, and excellent cup balance at altitude.
Adapted for Tanzania with structured body, caramel depth, and citrus clarity in every roast.
Specialty lots with jasmine-like perfume, tropical fruit, and exceptionally delicate finesse.
Modern hybrids bred for disease resistance, higher yield, and dependable cup quality.
Strong, resilient, and ideal for blends that need rich espresso body and bold character.
We work directly with smallholder farmers in Mbinga, Kilimanjaro, and Kagera to produce exceptional Arabica and Robusta coffees that reflect the richness of their origin. Our focus on traceability, ethical sourcing, and meticulous processing ensures that each cup delivers both quality and meaning.
Bourbon, Kent, SL28 (Mbinga & Kilimanjaro) — fruity, floral, citrus notes with balanced acidity.
Traditional East African cultivars (Kagera) — bold, earthy, full-bodied, low acidity.
Cupping scores 80+. Fully traceable lots. Triple-cleaned, gravity and color-sorted, hand-picked. Ecotact or GrainPro bagging for freshness.
Washed (Fully Washed), Natural (Sun-Dried), Honey Process (on request).
Green Coffee: 60kg jute bags with liner or Ecotact. Roasted Coffee: 250g, 500g, 1kg vacuum-sealed or nitrogen-flushed. Custom private labeling available.
Over 500 tons of green beans annually, with flexible options for small-batch or bulk export.
Mbuji South Coffee’s commitment to quality, innovation, and women’s empowerment has earned national recognition within Tanzania’s business community. Our efforts to combine ethical trade with excellence in production have been celebrated through awards and industry recognition.
Industrial Awards (TWCC) Winner, Young Entrepreneur Award, Dar es Salaam, 26 March 2025
CCC Business Gala Innovation & Creativity Award, June 2025
Certifications: Meets TBS and international export standards; third party (SGS) verification available.
At Mbuji South Coffee Limited, our work is rooted in heritage and driven by a mission to uplift farmers, traders, and communities across Tanzania. Whether you’re sourcing high-quality coffee, seeking a trusted export partner, or exploring collaboration, we’re here to connect.
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