MARKUP II took an active role in the 3rd G25 African Coffee Summit, held from 21–22 February 2025 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, highlighting its dedication to strengthening Africa’s coffee industry and empowering young people.
Under the theme “Unlocking Employment Opportunities for the Youth through Regeneration of the African Coffee Industry,” the summit brought together leaders from 25 coffee-producing African countries, alongside development partners and private sector stakeholders.
EU-EAC MARKUP II contributions to the sector, including support for policy reforms, capacity-building initiatives, and improving access to finance—especially for women- and youth-led small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were presented.
The programme also underscored the importance of stronger public-private collaboration and regional coordination to enhance competitiveness and ensure long-term sustainability throughout the coffee value chain.
