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Sakaro Coffee Grower and Exporter PLC

From Guji to the World, Ethiopia’s Finest Coffee

Vertically integrated from farm to export, we operate our own mill in Guji’s Uraga region—home to some of Ethiopia’s most exquisite coffees. Every bean is sourced directly from surrounding farmers and processed using natural, semi-washed, and experimental methods under strict specialty-grade standards.

Sakaro Coffee Grower and Exporter PLC

Crafted with Care, Rooted in Heritage

We craft every batch with precision using natural, semi-washed, and experimental processes. By combining Ethiopia’s traditional coffee methods with innovation, Sakaro Coffee delivers exceptional taste, unmatched quality, and a true connection to the birthplace of coffee.

Sakaro Coffee Grower and Exporter PLC

Empowering Farmers, Growing Communities

Our mission goes beyond coffee—we empower farmers and strengthen communities. By fostering fair partnerships and supporting sustainable farming, Sakaro Coffee ensures every cup you enjoy contributes to better livelihoods and environmental responsibility across Ethiopia’s coffee-growing regions.

Customers

Our customers are at the heart of everything we do. We listen, adapt, and continuously improve to provide exceptional products and services that exceed expectations.

Quality

Quality is our foremost priority. From sourcing green beans to processing and export, every lot is graded, cupped, and handled with strict international standards.

Safety & Security

We ensure our coffee is safe, traceable, and ethically sourced—protecting both consumers and farming communities from field to final delivery.

About Us

Our Mission and Vision

Through ownership and partnership, we are currently operating a mill in Ouji. We carefully select locations that are known for producing some of the highest-quality coffee, collected from farmers surrounding our mills and processed using the natural, semi-washed and some experimental processing methods with strict adherence to the specialty coffee quality standards

  • Our Mission

    Deliver exceptional specialty coffee while empowering farmers and protecting the environment.

  • Our Vision

    To be a global leader in specialty coffee, rooted in quality, responsibility, and community.

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What We Do

Our Unique Offer

Speciality Natural

Speciality Washed

Semi-Washed / Honey

Anaerobic Coffee

About Us

Sakaro Coffee Grower and Exporters PLC

Sakaro Coffee, a trusted grower and exporter in Ethiopia’s Guji Zone, Uraga, specializes in high-quality Arabica green beans. Our coffee offers a bright, juicy, winey, honey flavor with citrus, tropical fruits (mango, pineapple, berries), floral jasmine notes, a creamy body, and lively acidity with a sweet, complex aftertaste.

  • Country: Ethiopia, Guji Zone, Uraga
  • Coffee Type: Arabica
  • Moisture: 10.5 to 11.5%
  • Altitude: 1950 - 2200
  • Cupping Score: 87-90+
Guji Coffee

Services

Our Coffee & Sustainability Services

At Sakaro Coffee, we go beyond roasting exceptional beans. We support sustainable farming,
empower local communities, and use eco-friendly processing techniques to preserve Ethiopia’s coffee heritage while
protecting the environment.

Coffee Production & Processing

Self-owned mills in Guji handle hulling, wet-processing, grading & sorting to deliver specialty-grade beans.

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Coffee Export

Our entire harvest ships abroad, channeling crucial foreign currency into Ethiopia and fortifying the nation’s economic resilience.

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Quality Control & Cupping

Each lot is meticulously cupped by our certified Q-Grader, ensuring flawless flavor and global specialty coffee standards.

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Sustainable Agriculture

Good Agricultural Practices & land-conservation methods protect the environment and ensure long-term viability.

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Logistics & Warehousing

Warehousing in Addis Ababa plus owned transport vehicles guarantee efficient global shipment.

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Farmer-First Partnerships

Fair pricing and lasting relationships with Guji farmers drive community prosperity and sustainable supply.

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Import Construction Materials & Distribution

Importing and distributing top-quality construction materials for Ethiopia’s growing infrastructure projects.

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Import & Distribution of Human Medicines

Supplying essential medicines to pharmacies, hospitals, clinics from trusted manufacturers.

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What We Do

Specialty Coffee with Purpose

From Guji’s highlands to the global market, we source, process, and
export Ethiopia’s finest coffees while supporting farmers and protecting the environment.

Empowering Farmers

We build lasting partnerships with local farmers, ensuring fair pricing, training, and sustainable livelihoods for communities around our mills.

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Crafting Excellence

Our mills in Guji use natural, washed, and experimental processing methods with strict quality control and Q-grader cupping to meet international specialty standards.

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Delivering Worldwide

100% of our coffee output is dedicated to export, connecting Ethiopia’s finest beans to specialty roasters and partners across 25+ countries.

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Farmers Empowered

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Years in Coffee Excellence

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Global clients

FAQ

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What makes Sakaro Coffee unique?

Sakaro Coffee combines a farmer-first approach with strict Q-graded quality control and traceability. Every lot is carefully sourced, processed, and cupped to meet the highest international standards, while supporting communities through fair pricing and sustainable practices.

Where are your mills located?

Our coffee mills are in Guji Zone, Uraga (Sakaro), Harowelabo Woreda—renowned for producing world-class Ethiopian coffee. Our head office and quality lab are based in Addis Ababa, Bole Sub City, Woreda 05, Rahel Assefa Building, 2nd floor.

Do you work directly with farmers?

Yes. We build long-term relationships with farmers and cooperatives surrounding our mills, ensuring fair partnerships, training in Good Agricultural Practices, and support for environmentally friendly farming.

Do you export internationally?

Yes. 100% of our coffee output is dedicated to the export market, supplying specialty roasters worldwide with consistent quality and reliable logistics.

Leadership

Meet the People Behind
Every Perfect Cup

CEO & Founder

Melkamu Dessalegn

Chief Operating Officer

Meseret Gulma

Marketing Director

Yoseph Melesse

Import & Export Manager

Meron Mesele

Technical Manager

Nejat Awol

Finance Director

Mikiyas Tibebu

Human Resources Director

Demelash Hailu

Logistics Coordinator

Mahder Debebe

Warehouse & Store Manager

Mahlet Tsegaye

Testimonial

What People Think About Us

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Hanna Teshome

Coffee Importer

Sakaro Coffee is a true representation of Ethiopia’s coffee heritage. Their beans are consistently rich, aromatic, and always delivered on time. It’s a pleasure to work with such a professional team.
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Abel Mekonnen

Specialty Coffee Roaster

I’ve been sourcing from Sakaro Coffee for years, and the quality never disappoints. The transparency and traceability they provide makes it easy to share the story of Ethiopian farmers with my customers.
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Rahel Fikru

Café Owner

Their commitment to supporting local farmers is inspiring. You can taste the difference in every cup. Sakaro is not just selling coffee they’re building communities.
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Samuel Bekele

Coffee Trader

From farm visits to the final shipment, Sakaro Coffee has shown nothing but integrity and excellence. They set the standard for specialty coffee exporters.

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