The Uganda Coffee Development Authority (UCDA) is a government agency established in 1991 to oversee the development, regulation, and promotion of the coffee industry in Uganda, with a mission to facilitate increased production, productivity, quality, value addition, and domestic consumption of Ugandan coffee for social and economic transformation. Renowned both locally and internationally, UCDA is recognized for its role in positioning Uganda among the top coffee producers in Africa, earning trust from stakeholders across the coffee value chain.

The Authority nurtures a results-driven, inclusive, and innovation-friendly work culture, offering professional development, competitive public service benefits, and flexible work arrangements to attract and retain skilled personnel. Over the years, UCDA has evolved through strategic reforms and collaborations to enhance the competitiveness of Ugandan coffee, embracing digital platforms for farmer training, data management, and market access.

With operations across all coffee-growing regions of the country, UCDA supports millions of farmers and stakeholders, making it a cornerstone of Uganda’s agricultural economy. Guided by core values of integrity, professionalism, accountability, and service excellence, the Authority also implements various CSR initiatives including youth skilling, gender empowerment, and environmental sustainability. For more information, visit www.ucda.go.ug.