Turihamwe, which means “together” in Kirundi, is a high-quality coffee produced by women coffee farmers and processed in Burundi’s first washing station built and owned by women farmers. Seven women pooled their savings from their JNP Coffee premiums to build their own wet mill in 2019.
Now they control the quality of their coffee and this stage of the supply chain. The result is an exceptional coffee that features the sweet and citrus flavors so prized by specialty coffee drinkers. Through their small investment group, Turihamwe Turashobora, these businesswomen plan to use future premium earnings to increase production from five micro-lots to 1,200 bags a year.
JNP Coffee, the exporter of our small lot Burundi coffees, is dedicated to creating a future of hope in Burundi through the power of quality coffee. By sourcing exceptional, small-lot coffees grown in the country’s mountainous regions—celebrated for their bright, fruity, and floral profiles—JNP Coffee uplifts growers and promotes social progress, particularly for women and youth. The company is recognized not only for its award-winning specialty coffees but also for its gender-sensitive development strategies at origin. With a deep commitment to transparency, environmental stewardship, and equitable partnerships, JNP Coffee honors the value growers bring to the table by sharing knowledge, rewarding quality, and supporting innovation. Founder Jeanine Niyonzima-Aroian stands as a powerful role model, exemplifying what a Burundian woman can achieve while setting a standard for the next generation of coffee companies and producers.
