Our Story

Founded in 2023, Coffee Connect Centre was born from a passion to empower Rwanda’s youth, women, and marginalized communities through coffee education. We believe that by sharing knowledge and skills across the coffee value chain, we can uplift communities, improve coffee quality, and build a sustainable future for Rwanda’s coffee industry.

Our Mission

Coffee Connect Centre empowers youth, women, and marginalized communities in Rwanda by providing practical, high-quality training across the coffee value chain, advancing coffee quality, and supporting sustainable community development.

We're committed to:

  • Empowering communities through coffee education
  • Promoting sustainable coffee farming practices
  • Enhancing the quality of Rwandan coffee
  • Creating opportunities for youth, women, and marginalized groups
  • Supporting economic growth within the coffee value chain
Our team working

Our Journey

2023

Founded as a Coffee Center

CCC Started as a single-location coffee center focused on the coffee Farming, Coffee quality and Coffee Quality education.

April-2023

First Barista Class

Launched our first barista Class due to customer demand.

December-2023

Expanded to Full Education Center

Moved to a larger facility dedicated to coffee education and training.

2019

Coffee Certified Instructors

Became one of the few independent centers with a certified instructor.

2025

200+ Graduates

Celebrated our 200th graduate, many now working in specialty coffee.

Meet Our Team

Let's Connect Through Coffee!

James MUHIRE

James MUHIRE

Chief Executive Officer at Coffee Connect Centre Ltd

He leads the organization’s vision, strategy, and partnerships, oversees all programs and operations, and ensures Coffee Connect Centre delivers impactful training and community development within Rwanda’s coffee value chain.

Felice KARANGWA

Felice KARANGWA

Managing Director at Coffee Connect Centre Ltd

He oversees daily operations, partnerships, and strategic planning, ensuring effective training delivery and project implementation while advancing CCC’s mission to empower communities within Rwanda’s coffee sector.

Hertier Louis Serge

Hertier Louis Serge

Director of Studies at Coffee Connect Centre Ltd

Developing training and mentoring trainees.

Nelly MBABAZI

Nelly MBABAZI

Communication And Finance Manager at Coffee Connect Centre Ltd

Managing finances and outreach.

NKURIKIYUMUKIZA Jean D'amour

NKURIKIYUMUKIZA Jean D'amour

Agronomist & Coffee Quality Expert at Coffee Connect Centre Ltd

leading nursery work and quality.

Our Facilities

State-of-the-art equipment for the best learning experience

Training area Training area

Training Area

Professional espresso stations with high-end equipment

Cupping lab Cupping lab

Cupping Lab

Equipped with learning facilities

Classroom Classroom

Classroom

Interactive learning space with sensory analysis tools

Classroom Classroom

Field Studies

Our field studies provide hands-on training in coffee cultivation, nursery management, and sustainable farming techniques. Trainees gain real-world experience working directly with coffee farmers and agronomists to apply best practices that improve coffee quality and yield.

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