Did you know that the province of South Kivu, in the Democratic Republic of Congo, produces more than 10,000 tons of coffee each year? This was revealed by François Kambale, Provincial Director of the National Office for Agricultural Products of Congo (ONAPAC) in South Kivu, during a radio interview.
This coffee production is mainly intended for export, which has an impact on its price on the local market. To reverse this trend, ONAPAC has launched an initiative to promote the consumption of local coffee among the population of Bukavu, the provincial capital. Free hot coffee tasting sessions are thus organized in the city, in the hope of stimulating domestic demand and encouraging young people to get involved in the coffee sector.
However, the complex economic and political situation in the South Kivu region has repercussions on the coffee sector. Challenges related to instability and armed conflict can hamper coffee production and marketing. Despite these difficulties, the province of South Kivu remains a major player in the coffee industry in the Democratic Republic of Congo, thus contributing to the economic development of the region.
Promoting local coffee consumption is therefore a promising strategy to support local producers and boost the economy. By encouraging the development of the region’s agricultural products, such as coffee, the authorities hope to stimulate economic growth and improve the living conditions of local communities.
In conclusion, the province of South Kivu plays an important role in coffee production in the Democratic Republic of Congo. Despite the challenges it faces, ONAPAC and other local actors are actively working to promote the consumption of local coffee, in hopes of strengthening the region’s economy and improving people’s living conditions