Uíge: The governor of Uíge province, José Carvalho da Rocha, emphasized the critical need to revive coffee production to bolster the national economy and further the country’s development.
According to Angola Press News Agency, the governor articulated this vision at the II Municipal Forum titled “Prospects for the Relaunch of Coffee Production and Its Importance as a Driving Factor for the Economy.” He stressed that increasing coffee production is a paramount concern for the province, given its cultural significance to the people of Uíge. Highlighting Uíge’s reputation as the land of the ‘red berry,’ he noted the necessity of reviving coffee production to maintain this renown, especially considering the global demand for coffee.
During his address at the forum, which was organized by the provincial nucleus of the Association of Economic Journalists of Angola (AJECO) and the Municipal Administration of Uíge in celebration of the 108th anniversary of the city, the governor expressed that revitalizing coffee
production would enhance family incomes and promote regional stability. He also mentioned the government’s commitment to a family farming program that includes coffee cultivation.
Furthermore, he cited the Mucafé Project as a strategic initiative aimed at boosting coffee production in the area. The governor encouraged young people to engage in these programs to become prominent farmers and coffee producers.
Joo Joaquim, chairperson of AJECO, stated that the forum’s goal was to update knowledge on coffee production policies and to train journalists, particularly those covering economic issues, to better promote the coffee culture in Angola. He added that the association’s training cycle seeks to fortify and disseminate economic matters to improve the understanding of global economic conditions and to enhance communication with the public.
The forum attracted diverse participants, including government officials, farmers, traditional authorities, students, and other stakeholders, focusing on the future of cof
fee production as a key economic driver. In recent years, Uíge’s coffee production has increased significantly, from 2,600 tons to 6,132 tons over four years.