Mozambique targets 100T coffee output backed by US$4.6M Italian investment 

MOZAMBIQUE – Mozambique is expected to produce nearly 100 tonnes of coffee in 2025 under a strategy supported by a €4 million investment from the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation (AICS), officials announced during the 2025 Coffee Exhibition (ExpoCafé). 

Speaking at the event, Secretary of State for the Sea and Fisheries, Momade Juízo, said approximately 2,200 families are currently engaged in coffee cultivation across the country.  

“We are targeting an average production of around 90 tonnes this year,” he noted. Juízo emphasized the need to generate and share knowledge to ensure the long-term success of the country’s coffee sector. 

As part of a 10-year development strategy, the Mozambican government plans to prioritise investment in research, capacity building, and expansion of production areas, aiming to reach 5,000 hectares. The plan also focuses on training technicians and enhancing production standards. 

Paolo Enrico Sertoli, Director of the Italian Agency for Development Cooperation, highlighted the objectives of the €4 million funding under the programme known as MAIS VALOR II.  

“Training, promotion and innovation in the coffee sector will involve local cooperatives, artisans, baristas, and roasters,” said Sertoli. 

Mozambique joined the International Coffee Organization (ICO) in 2023, marking a milestone in the development of its coffee industry. The country’s approach to coffee cultivation emphasises sustainability, biodiversity protection, and community empowerment. 

In Gorongosa National Park, coffee is cultivated under native forest canopies, contributing to rainforest preservation while providing economic benefits to local communities. Profits from green bean sales are reinvested directly into the community, creating incentives for environmental protection and discouraging deforestation. 

Similarly, in the Chimanimani highlands, coffee is grown through organic agroforestry systems. These systems integrate reforestation efforts and sustainable farming practices to rehabilitate degraded areas and protect local ecosystems. 

Mozambican coffee has gained recognition for its eco-conscious methods, including habitat restoration and organic farming. By incorporating rural partnerships and environmentally responsible techniques, the country aims to strengthen its coffee value chain and promote inclusive development. 

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