Africa Tea Convention and Exhibition 2024
Harmony in a cup; promoting tea for people and planet
9TH - 11TH October 2024
Kigali Conference & Exhibition Village
Kigali, Rwanda

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.

Consultative Forum with the President

The East African Tea Trade Association was invited to a consultative forum with the President, His Excellency Dr. William Samoei Ruto held at Kenya Ports Authority on Saturday 29th July, 2023.Below issues affecting the tea auction were presented for discussion during the forum.

    1. Streamlining of the Export Processes
      A way forward on the removal of multiple bonds for tea exports, is affecting the competitiveness of the Kenya Tea auction conducted in Mombasa, with tea from transit countries i.e., Rwanda, and Uganda contemplating shifting to other Auctions in the region.

      Multiple agencies placing holds on various consignments need to be harmonized as it delays the export clearance for onward loading onto vessels, this also affects the ports’ operational efficiency and ship turnaround time.

    2. Non-Tariff Barriers along the Northern Corridor
      County cess tax/ Fees - Counties should not levy cess tax/fees on Transit trucks to facilitate international trade and for the competitiveness of the northern corridor.

Recent Updates

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

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!

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

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

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

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...

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05 June 2024

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International Tea Day 2024

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

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...

Awareness for the International Tea Day

Awareness for the International Tea Day

13 May 2024

The East African Tea Trade Association and Tea Board of Kenya engaged the media to create awareness of the International...

Uganda Tea Association Consultative forum

Uganda Tea Association Consultative forum

08 May 2024

Uganda Tea Association Consultative forum held on 3rd May 2024 in Kampala Uganda Tea Association in collaboration with East African...

EATTA 18th AGM

27 March 2024

Collaborative Endeavor for Tea Advancement: EATTA Board Engages with Tanzanian Tea Leaders

Collaborative Endeavor for Tea Advancement: EATTA Board Engages with Tanzanian Tea Leaders

07 March 2024

In a recent milestone event, the EATTA Board convened with key stakeholders in Tanzania's thriving tea sector. The meeting included...

Tea Veterans Caucus Forum

Tea Veterans Caucus Forum

26 February 2024

Tea Veterans Caucus Forum organized by EATTA at the Marina English Point on Thursday, 22nd February 2024. The forum began...

The East African Tea Trade Association has a new Managing Director

The East African Tea Trade Association has a new Managing Director

02 January 2024

Join us in extending a warm welcome to Mr. George Omuga who brings a wealth of experience and a fresh...

Membership & Affiliation

Kenya Chamber of Commerce
Federation of Kenya Employers
International Tea Committee
 
 
 

EATTA is ISO 9001:2015 Certified.

EATTA is ISO 9001:2015 Certified

CONTACT INFORMATION

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