Honoring Coffee, Culture, and Education
On National Coffee Day, Kenya Coffee School (KCS) proudly hosted the Kenya Coffee Ambassador, visionary founder of Kenya Coffee School, Barista Mtaani, and the Global Coffee Association — Mr. Alfred Gitau Mwaura.
The event was more than a celebration; it was a powerful reflection of Kenya’s evolving coffee story — one grounded in education, innovation, and community empowerment.
A Day to Celebrate Kenya’s Coffee Identity
National Coffee Day at KCS brought together students, alumni, trainers, and coffee enthusiasts to celebrate the journey of coffee from the Kenyan soil to the global stage.
Mr. Mwaura, a recognized global voice in coffee value transformation, shared deep insights on youth inclusion, coffee value addition, and the Knowledge of Coffee Skills (KCS) education system — an innovation he spearheaded to make coffee learning accessible, practical, and globally competitive.
He emphasized that:
“Kenya’s coffee future lies in the hands of its people — the farmers, youth, and baristas who believe in local value creation and excellence from bean to cup.”
Knowledge of Coffee Skills (KCS): Fueling the New Coffee Generation
The event also highlighted the impact of the KCS modular training system, which continues to empower hundreds of young Kenyans with world-class barista, roasting, and entrepreneurship skills.
Through KCS Coffee Education, Kenya Coffee School has become a hub for innovation — bridging the gap between traditional farming and modern coffee careers.
Students showcased their skills through live brewing sessions, cupping demonstrations, and storytelling presentations about Kenya’s coffee origins and sustainability efforts.
Building a Coffee Nation Through Knowledge
Mr. Mwaura encouraged young people to view coffee not just as a crop, but as a gateway to opportunity, linking education, creativity, and community development.
He also called for collaboration across Kenya’s coffee ecosystem — from farmers and cooperatives to cafes and roasters — to build a farmer-centric and globally visible coffee brand.
“We are building a new coffee economy,” said Mr. Mwaura.
“One that celebrates our farmers, empowers our youth, and tells the world that Kenya is not just a coffee origin — it’s a coffee powerhouse.”
A Future Brewed in Kenya
As the aroma of freshly brewed Kenyan coffee filled the air, participants left inspired — reminded that coffee is more than a drink; it’s a symbol of unity, innovation, and national pride.
Through the leadership of Mr. Alfred Gitau Mwaura and the Kenya Coffee School’s KCS program, the next generation of coffee leaders is emerging — confident, skilled, and globally connected.
☕ Kenya Coffee School — Building Africa’s Knowledge of Coffee Skills for the World.