Auction Trends 2017
Member Countries
10
Members
267
Teas Sold In Tons
545954
Value in Billions
120
EATTA at a Glance
The East African Tea Trade Association is a voluntary organization bringing together Tea Producers, Buyers (Exporters), Brokers, Tea Packers and Warehouses, all working to promote the best interests of the Tea Trade in Africa. Currently, membership comprises over three hundred companies extending across the East and Central African borders. EATTA mandated to promote and facilitate the interests of all the stakeholders in the tea trade in Africa by creating an enabling business environment geared towards maintaining global standards and delivering tea products to the customers in the most profitable way.
Vision: To be the leading tea trade association globally
Mission: To facilitate a world class trading platform for African teas and provide sustainable service to members.
Core Business
TEA AUCTION
Promotion of orderly sale of tea among members in Africa through facilitation of the Mombasa Tea Auction operations and ensuring compliance with the constitution.
LOBBYING & ADVOCACY
To lobby regulatory and statutory bodies in member countries to create an enabling business environment for our members along the value chain.
MARKETING & MEMBERSHIP SUPPORT
To facilitate effective access to market and other relevant industry trade information.
INFORMATION CENTRE
To compile and circulate statistical information to assist members in their operations.
Tea Export Destination
Mr. Simon Gikanga
Mr. Simon Gikang’a has over 24 years practical experience in freight forwarding and logistics business. He holds an MBA degree in strategic management from the University of Nairobi and a B com - Marketing (Hons) degree from the University of Nairobi. He is also a holder of a post graduate diploma in Clearing, Warehousing and Practical Forwarding DCWF (Bandari College), certificate in Logistics management, Warehouse operations & Design (Logistics Centre- University Campus Cranefield - UK) and FIATA (Zurich – Switzerland ) certificate of competence in freight forwarding. He is currently the General Manager- Freight of Chai Trading Co Ltd (A subsidiary Co. of KTDA Holdings Ltd) and previously he was the Operations Manager at Mitchell Cotts Freight K. Ltd. Prior to this, he was working with Afro Forwarders Ltd as the Resident representative based in Dar-es- salaam Tanzania.
Mr. Simon Gikang’a is also the current chairman of the Tea Warehousing Association (TWA) and a member of the EATTA Finance and Administration Committee.
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Recent Updates
Strengthening the Tea Industry: EATTA Hosts Uganda MPs to Deliberate on Key Matters
17 December 2024
The East Africa Tea Trade Association (EATTA) was privileged to host Members of Parliament from Uganda for a high-level discussion...
East Africa Tea Trade Association Wins Best Use of Technology Award at KNCCI Mombasa Business Awards 2024
09 December 2024
The East Africa Tea Trade Association (EATTA) is proud to announce that we have been honored with the Best Use...
Mombasa Business Awards 2024
25 November 2024
Vote! Vote! Vote!Less than a minute under the listed category:1. MOST INNOVATIVE BUSINESS2. BEST BUSINESS IN CUSTOMER CARE3. BEST USE...
Visit by PS Agriculture
31 October 2024
We were honored to host Principal Secretary Kipronoh Ronoh Paul from the State Department of Agriculture, along with governors, to...
The 6th Africa Tea Convention & Exhitibion - reflections
12 October 2024
The 6th Africa Tea Convention was more than just an event – it was a platform for growth, collaboration, and...
Discover the Latest Insights in the September Issue of The Tea Junction
02 September 2024
The East Africa Tea Trade Association (EATTA) is thrilled to share the September issue of The Tea Junction, our flagship...
Sports Day 2024
19 August 2024
This year the EATTA Annual Sports Day took place on the 17th of August at the Mombasa Sports Club. This...
Consultative meeting with the PS State Department for Agriculture
13 August 2024
EATTA members recently held a consultative meeting with the Principal Secretary of the State Department for Agriculture. The discussion focused...
Don't Miss the 6th Africa Tea Convention and Exhibition – Secure Your Spot with an Early Bird Discount!
08 July 2024
We are pleased to offer an early bird discount to those who register and make payment by Wednesday, 31st July...
Strategies for expanding tea market access in the US
12 June 2024
A collaborative session between EATTA's Board and management, alongside representatives from the US Senate and trade officials, convened
EATTA board meets with the Asia Africa Tea Alliance
12 June 2024
A contingent of EATTA Board members recently participated in the Asia Africa Tea Alliance meeting, addressing the sustainability challenges facing...
Engagement with US trade representatives
06 June 2024
The EATTA Board of Directors recently engaged in productive discussions with US trade representatives. The focus of this engagement was...
Africa Tea Convention and Exhibition 2024
05 June 2024
Join Us at the 6th Africa Tea Convention & Exhibition in Kigali, Rwanda!
International Tea Day 2024
20 May 2024
Invitation to International Tea Day 2024 Celebrations - A global toast to tea
Visit by the Tea Board of Tanzania
16 May 2024
The Tea Board of Tanzania convened with the East African Tea Trade Association (EATTA) board in a formal meeting to...
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