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In Kivu, DRC, conflict and instability has long made coffee farming dangerous and difficult. Nespresso, however, is investing in the region, aiming to revitalise the coffee sector there.

Focusing on an increased sourcing of high-quality coffee, as well as implementing regenerative practices, gender equality programs and projects to increase access to healthcare and clean water. 

Nespresso will invest $20m in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) to revive specialty coffee: highlighting the potential of 'high-quality, exceptional' Arabica coffee.

The company expects growth by 2026.

The initiative is part of the Nespresso Reviving Origins program, founded 10 years ago, aiming to restore coffee agriculture in regions where it is under threat.

Nestlé is set to invest R2.5bn ($131m) over the next five years in its work with Black-owned businesses in eastern and southern Africa.

Focusing on an increased sourcing of high-quality coffee, as well as implementing regenerative practices, gender equality programs and projects to increase access to healthcare and clean water.

Focusing on an increased sourcing of high-quality coffee, as well as implementing regenerative practices,...

Nespresso invests USD 20 million to revive specialty coffee in the Democratic Republic of Congo Share this...

Focusing on an increased sourcing of high-quality coffee, as well as implementing regenerative practices, gender equality programs and projects to increase access to healthcare and clean water. Nespresso aims to continue to support the local community and economy by investing 20 million USD spent across coffee purchases, price premiums and technica...