Sahel Capital expands financing for Ugandan coffee exporter
Sahel Capital cites demand growth for premium Ugandan coffee in European markets.
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Sahel Capital, through its Social Enterprise Fund for Agriculture in Africa (SEFAA), has renewed and enhanced a loan facility of $1.8 million to Sukuma Commodities.
Sukuma Commodities is one of the largest processors and exporters of high-quality coffee in Uganda. Sahel made an initial $1 million investment in 2024. Sukuma has grown exports by over 60%, deepened engagement with smallholder farmers, and received technical assistance enabling registration under the EU Deforestation Regulation. The company has also strengthened its farmer registration systems, further supporting its supply chain and sustainability commitments.
“Sukuma has distinguished itself through strong leadership, efficient management, and a commitment to quality. With demand for premium Ugandan coffee growing, the company is at the forefront, supplying major buyers across Europe. We are proud to extend our relationship, increasing the facility to $1.8 million to further enhance Sukuma’s impact and strengthen its position as one of Uganda’s leading coffee exporters. I would also like to thank our partner, Deji Adebusoye, for his support in making this investment possible,” said Zakayo Ngetich, vice president for East and Southern Africa at Sahel Capital.
Fredrick Gubala, CEO and founder of Sukuma Commodities, commented: “I am delighted to continue our partnership with Sahel Capital-SEFAA. Their initial investment in 2024 was transformative – it allowed us to scale exports, work more closely with smallholder farmers, and build compliance systems for international markets.”
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