AT UBUNTU BREWS

QUALITY IS MORE THAN A STANDARD...

At Ubuntu Brews, quality is more than a standard—it is our promise to you. Every lot we export is carefully documented, cupped, and certified to meet the expectations of the world’s most discerning coffee buyers. From farm gate to roaster, we ensure traceability, compliance, and consistency, so that every shipment not only meets but anticipates the needs of our global partners.

International Coffee Organization (ICO) Certificate of Origin

Guarantee of authenticity and traceability.

SGS Pre-Shipment Inspection (optional)

Independent validation for additional buyer assurance.

Phytosanitary Certificate

Proof of plant health and compliance with import regulations.

4C (Common Code for the Coffee Community) (Kenya only)

Baseline sustainability standard.

Country-Specific Certifications

Ethiopia (regulated by ECTA & ECX)

  • ECTA Export Permit
    Mandatory export license.
  • ECX Grading Ethiopia Commodity Exchange grades (1–5).
  • Traceability System (MIMS)    Digital system from farm gate to export.
  • Fair for Life Certification  Ethical trade certification, available on request.
  • FCCP (Forest Coffee Certification Program)      For wild and semi-forest coffees.

Kenya (regulated by AFA – Agriculture and Food Authority)

  • AFA Coffee Directorate Certification
    Mandatory oversight of all coffee exports.

  • Coffee Kenya Mark of Origin
    Guarantee of authentic Kenyan origin.

  • Coffee Liquorer’s Certificate
    Official quality validation from licensed graders.

  • Dealer Licenses (AFA)
    Required for registered exporters, buyers, and warehouse operators.