Our Story

About Us

Sustainability is at the heart of everything we do
ABOUT US

UEC's Story

Umuganura Export Company (UEC) Ltd is a privately owned company, 100% owned by Aloys Nshimiyimana, who is also the current Managing Director. As a second-generation coffee farmer, Aloys was born and raised in a coffee trading family, which sparked his passion for the coffee sector. After years of working with his family in the coffee industry, he decided to establish his own company.

Although Aloys began trading coffee earlier, he officially registered Umuganura Export Company (UEC) Ltd in 2018. The company started by renting a coffee wash station, producing only one container of green coffee. In 2020, they acquired their first coffee washing station in Gisagara District.

In 2021, the company acquired a second coffee wash station in Rwamagana District and now works with 3,200 small-scale farmers across Gisagara and Rwamagana. Currently, the company employs 20 permanent staff and projects to hire between 150-250 seasonal employees. Umuganura Export Company (UEC) Ltd was established to address the issues of specialized coffee scarcity, consistency, late shipments, and value for money pricing.

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Umuganura Export Company (UEC) Ltd is working on solving these problems by sourcing and producing specific and unique qualities of coffee as required by customers, ensuring timely shipments. The company is engaged in several community projects, such as training farmers on intercropping coffee with other trees, treating waste products from coffee wash stations, making manure from coffee husks to improve soil fertility, and building wells and water sources for the communities where the coffee wash stations operate. 

The company has also constructed and maintained access roads for all communities where their coffee wash stations are located. Additionally, they have started a social project of vegetable growing to improve nutrition and income for farmers' families.

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Why people choose us?

These statements articulate the core principles, purpose, and future aspirations of UEC Ltd

Mission

To produce and deliver the finest quality coffee while fostering sustainable practices and empowering local farming communities. We strive to create a positive impact through innovation, integrity, and community engagement.

 

Vision

To be a leading provider of premium coffee, known for our exceptional quality, sustainable practices, and commitment to improving the lives of the farmers and communities we work with. We envision a future where every cup of our coffee reflects our dedication to excellence and social responsibility.

Values

- Quality

- Sustainability

- Integrity

- Innovation

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