The story of coffee is an African story

“Kahawa” means “coffee” in Swahili - our language - and 1893 is when our story begins. While coffee’s origins can be traced back to ancient forests in Ethiopia, coffee had to travel around the world before it made its way back to Africa, in 1893.

Women provide 90% of labor but own 1% of land

My grandfather was a driver for the colonial government, and managed to get his hands on some seedlings to start his own coffee farm. Growing up in a community of coffee farmers, I witnessed the inequalities within the coffee industry - women provided 90% of the labor, but didn’t own land.

After studying abroad in the USA, I returned home with some ideas on how to bring Kenyan coffee to the world in a way that benefits our women farmers the most. I invite you to help me ensure that women farmers reap the rewards from their hard work.

Founder,

Margaret Nyamumbo

A story we grow together

Our story is in your hands. Be a part of it.

As you enjoy our coffee, you can support our farming partners by sending them a tip directly

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COFFEE FOR GOOD

Enjoy your coffee knowing that the farmers behind it earn sustainable wages

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DIRECT SOURCING

We source directly from farmers in Kenya, Rwanda, and Congo

“By working directly with farmers, empowering women, and committing to transparency, Kahawa 1893 hopes to share the wealth. That’s a cup of coffee we can all feel good drinking.”

“Why Kenyan Coffee is the Best in the World”

“A more inclusive coffee supply chain is now enriching the lives of Kenyan women who are working in the coffee industry”