Equatoria

Equatoria Coffee operates across Nzara and Yambio County in South Sudan, working with local communities to re-establish coffee as a viable crop after years of civil conflict disrupted both farming and infrastructure. Alongside coffee, the project also supports teak cultivation, creating longer-term economic stability for farmers through diversified income.

Producers are provided with seedlings and practical training, helping rebuild knowledge and consistency at farm level. Rather than focusing on Arabica, which is less suited to the region’s lower elevations, the project centres on Robusta and Excelsa varietals. Excelsa in particular has gained attention for its resilience to climate pressures, pests, and disease, while still producing a distinctive and structured cup.

This approach allows farmers to work with conditions rather than against them, establishing a more sustainable model for coffee production in the region while maintaining quality through careful processing and handling.