Kenya Coffee School & Barista Mtaani Pop Cart: “Espresso on the Move” at UNEA-7
A Bold Green Statement from Kenya’s Youth and Coffee Farming Communities
As the world converges in Nairobi for the Seventh Session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), one unmistakable symbol of Kenyan innovation, sustainability, and youth empowerment stands proudly at the heart of the global gathering:
The Barista Mtaani Pop Cart – “Espresso on the Move.”
With its warm aroma of freshly brewed Kenyan coffee and the confident service of professionally trained young baristas, Espresso on the Move is more than a mobile café. It is a movement, a message, and a milestone—representing the future of Kenya’s coffee sector.
A Real Impact Felt: Coffee Grown, Value-Added, and Served by Kenyans
The presence of the Kenya Coffee School and Barista Mtaani team at UNEA-7 is a powerful affirmation of a new direction:
A green, locally empowered, and youth-driven coffee ecosystem.
Every cup served during the assembly carries a story:
- Grown by Kenyan farmers committed to sustainable agriculture.
- Processed and added value in Kenya, driving income back to local communities.
- Prepared by skilled Kenyan youth, professionally trained at the Kenya Coffee School—Africa’s leading center for barista craft, mixology, and coffee entrepreneurship.
This is true circular value.
This is the future we are building.
Serving Sustainability at a Global Stage
UNEA-7 brings together world leaders, environmental champions, policymakers, and delegates from across the globe. Having Espresso on the Move on-site is not just convenient—it is symbolic.
Barista Mtaani’s presence demonstrates:
1. The Green Way in Action
By showcasing locally grown, locally roasted, and locally served specialty coffee, Kenya Coffee School and Barista Mtaani highlight the environmental and economic benefits of shorter, cleaner, more ethical value chains.
2. Youth Empowerment Through Skill & Opportunity
In a world struggling with youth unemployment, Kenya Coffee School provides training that transforms young people into professional baristas, entrepreneurs, and global-standard coffee ambassadors.
Their skills are on full display at UNEA-7.
3. Kenya’s Commitment to Sustainable Livelihoods
Every cup served is a reminder that sustainability is not only about forests, oceans, or energy—
It is also about people.
Specifically, the farmers and youth who are the backbone of Kenya’s coffee sector.
“Espresso on the Move”: Mobility, Inclusion & Community
The Barista Mtaani pop cart is designed to reach people where they are—communities, events, corporate gatherings, and now, international assemblies.
It is:
- Mobile – bringing specialty coffee to any location
- Efficient – fully equipped to serve a wide espresso-based menu
- Youth-led – operated by graduates of Kenya Coffee School
- Community-driven – carrying the spirit of Kenyan hospitality everywhere it goes
The message is clear:
Kenya’s best coffee belongs not only in cafés, but also in communities and global conversations.
A National Story Told One Cup at a Time
As thousands of global delegates walk the UNEP grounds, the “Karibu UN” landmark welcomes them—
and right beside that spirit of welcome stands another Kenyan invitation:
Taste Kenya. Feel Kenya. Support Kenyan farmers. Empower Kenyan youth.
The presence of Espresso on the Move at UNEA-7 is proof that:
- Kenya Coffee School is shaping a new generation of world-class baristas.
- Barista Mtaani is redefining how coffee is experienced and served.
- Kenya is ready to lead in sustainable coffee production and value addition.
This is impact you can see, taste, and believe in.
Conclusion: Brewing a Greener Future for Kenya’s Coffee
Being part of UNEA-7 is not just an honor—it is a responsibility.
Kenya Coffee School and Barista Mtaani stand as a living example that sustainable development can be practical, profitable, and deeply empowering.
As the world sips Kenyan coffee during UNEA-7, one truth becomes undeniable:
The future of coffee is local.
The future of value addition is Kenyan.
The future of green growth is youth-driven.
And together, with every cup, we are brewing a greener, fairer, and more prosperous coffee future for all.