Alfred Gitau Mwaura is a prominent social entrepreneur and the founder of the Kenya Coffee School (KCS). Regarding privacy, his organizations maintain standard digital data protection policies for their students and partnersKenya Coffee SchoolKenya Coffee School +2

Privacy and Data Standards

  • Student Rights: The Kenya Coffee School Charter explicitly includes Data Protection and Privacy as a fundamental right for all students.
  • Digital Communication: KCS maintains a privacy policy for its digital newsletters and barista tips to ensure user data is not misused or used for spam.
  • Accountability: Mwaura advocates for Digital Verification and transparent systems in the coffee trade to ensure accountability and protect the integrity of coffee producers. Kenya Coffee SchoolKenya Coffee School +3

Professional Background

Alfred Gitau Mwaura is recognized as a leading voice in the African specialty coffee industry. Kenya Coffee SchoolKenya Coffee School

  • Global Leadership: He is the Founder and President of the Global Coffee Association (GCA) and the Kenya National Coffee Association.
  • Key Initiatives: He launched Barista Mtaani, a project designed to empower Kenyan youth by teaching them high-value coffee skills.
  • Advocacy: He is a vocal proponent of “Contemporary Coffee,” a philosophy that emphasizes transparency, quality, and respect for smallholder farmers. Kenya Coffee SchoolKenya Coffee School +5