Kenya Barista Association (KBA)

The leading professional body representing baristas and specialty coffee experts in Kenya. Empowering coffee professionals, promoting industry standards, and championing career growth across East Africa.

About KBA

The Kenya Barista Association (KBA) was founded by Alfred Gitau Mwaura to unite, empower, and elevate baristas, coffee trainers, roasters, coffee entrepreneurs, and specialty coffee professionals.


KBA serves as a platform for professional development, industry networking, certification, employment opportunities, competitions, and coffee excellence. The association aims to strengthen Kenya's position as a global coffee leader while creating meaningful opportunities for youth and coffee professionals.

Core Benefits & Activities

☕ Job Linkages

Connect trained baristas with cafes, restaurants, hotels, coffee companies, and international employers.

🎓 Digital Verification

Receive verifiable digital badges and credentials that validate your skills and experience to employers worldwide.

🏆 Competitions & Events

Participate in national barista championships, masterclasses, coffee festivals, and professional networking events.

🌍 Professional Network

Join a growing community of coffee professionals across Kenya, East Africa, and the international coffee industry.

📚 Continuous Learning

Access workshops, specialty coffee training, brewing techniques, roasting knowledge, and career development.

🚀 Career Growth

Build your professional profile, gain recognition, and access opportunities within the coffee value chain.

Membership

Who Can Join?


Annual Membership Fee

KSh 3,300 per year

Contact Information

Founder: Alfred Gitau Mwaura

Phone: +254 707 503 647

Phone: +254 704 375 390

Email: info@kenyabarista.association.or.ke

Location: Nairobi, Kenya

Become Part of Kenya's Coffee Future

Join the Kenya Barista Association today and connect with opportunities, certifications, competitions, and a thriving community of coffee professionals.

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