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Sara Al-Haj: “Samra Coffee”.. The Story of Coffee That Defeated War

Sara Al-Haj: "Samra Coffee".. The Story of Coffee That Defeated War

Dubai – Ali Alzakary In the midst of displacement and the search for self, Sara Al-Haj wasn’t just looking for a “project”; she was searching for a “footprint” to leave in this world. A daughter of Taiz whose life was tempered in Al-Hudaydah, she forged her destiny in Sana’a within a coffee “Jazwa.” Amidst the

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U.S. presidents, presidential history, coffee culture, White House history, American coffee habits, George Washington coffee, JFK coffee, Ronald Reagan decaf
Reflections
Mar 2, 2026•5 Min Read

The Coffee Preferences of 10 U.S. Presidents

Dubai – Qahwa World Republished and adapted from Tasting Table – By Charlotte Pointing Coffee has long been woven into the fabric of American life. From colonial coffeehouses to modern cafés, it has shaped conversations, politics, and daily rituals. According to data from the National Coffee Association, a clear majority of American adults drink coffee

Brazil Coffee Crop Expectations Weigh on Global Prices
News
Mar 1, 2026•5 Min Read

Brazil Crop Expectations Pressure Global Coffee Prices

Dubai – Qahwa World Coffee futures closed lower at the end of the week as expectations of stronger global production continued to weigh on sentiment. The market reaction reflects growing confidence that supply conditions may improve in the upcoming seasons, particularly with Brazil at the center of the outlook. A recent projection from Rabobank indicates

Global Coffee Production Rises as Prices Decline in 2026
Reflections
Feb 28, 2026•5 Min Read

Global Coffee Production Is Rising; Prices Are Falling

An Industry Perspective from Ethiopia By Gizat Worku Kebede, General Manager of the Ethiopian Coffee Exporters Association. Global coffee production is increasing; its price, meanwhile, is decreasing. According to the new global coffee production forecast released on February 25, 2026, the world is set to produce a volume it has never seen before. Rabobank forecasts

Ethiopia Launches Strategic New Phase for Tea Development
News
Feb 28, 2026•5 Min Read

Ethiopia Launches Strategic New Phase for Tea Development

Addis Ababa – Qahwa World In the Jimma Zone of Oromia, a major tea development initiative has been launched under the leadership of Dr. Meles Mekonnen and Dr. Adonya Debela, with participation from senior government officials, aiming to enhance national agricultural productivity. Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed highlighted that this initiative represents a strategic effort

India’s Quiet Coffee Superpower
Reflections
Feb 28, 2026•5 Min Read

India’s Quiet Coffee Superpower

By Dr. Steffen Schwarz How a shade-grown origin once hidden behind state control and instant exports is being rediscovered through climate pressure, stronger roasting capacity, and a fast-maturing café culture. India has long been one of the world’s major coffee producers — yet for decades, it remained largely invisible in the global specialty conversation. The

Saudi Arabia: 1.3 Million Coffee Trees Produce More Than 870 Tons Annually
News
Feb 27, 2026•5 Min Read

Saudi Arabia: 1.3 Million Coffee Trees Produce More Than 870 Tons Annually

Dubai – Qahwa World Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Environment, Water and Agriculture has announced that the Kingdom is home to more than 1.3 million productive coffee trees, with annual output exceeding 870 tons of green coffee. The trees are concentrated across the southern and southwestern regions of the country. According to the ministry’s data, coffee

The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops to Present Continental Rankings at World of Coffee from 2026
Coffee Community
Feb 26, 2026•5 Min Read

World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops to Present Continental Rankings at World of Coffee

DUBAI – Qahwa World × Buna Kurs The World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops has entered into a strategic agreement with the Specialty Coffee Association (SCA) to present its continental Top 100 rankings during upcoming World of Coffee exhibitions starting in 2026. Under the agreement, the continental rankings will be officially unveiled as part of the

International Coffee Organization Launches 2026 Global Campaign “Coffee is Part of the Solution”
Coffee Community
Feb 26, 2026•5 Min Read

ICO Launches 2026 Global Campaign: Coffee is Part of the Solution

London – QAHWA WORLD The International Coffee Organization (ICO) has launched its 2026 global communications campaign under the theme “Coffee is Part of the Solution,” highlighting the sector’s role in addressing major global challenges. Coffee provides income for approximately 12.5 million farming families worldwide and plays a central role in socio-economic development across producing regions

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Global Coffee Market Roadmap—January 2026
News

Global Coffee Market Roadmap—January 2026

DUBAI – QAHWA January 2026 was not merely the start of a new calendar year for the International Coffee Organization (ICO); it served as a critical testing ground for the...

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Top 20 Most Powerful Coffee Companies in the World 2026
Coffee Community

Top 20 Most Powerful Coffee Companies in the World 2026

The Map of Influence and the $200 Billion Battle DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD In 2026, the coffee sector has transcended being a mere consumer commodity to become one of the...

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Bridging the Gap: An Exclusive Dialogue with Vanusia Nogueira on the Global Coffee Crisis and the Path to 2026
Interview

Bridging the Gap: An Exclusive Dialogue with Vanusia Nogueira on the Global Coffee Crisis and the Path to 2026

From regulatory hurdles like the EUDR to the volatile C-Market and climate resilience, the Director General of the International Coffee Organization (ICO) outlines a strategic roadmap for a fairer global...

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Uganda’s Ambition Shakes Coffee Markets: A Historic Leap Toward 20 Million Bags
News

Uganda’s Ambition Shakes Coffee Markets: A Historic Leap Toward 20 Million Bags

DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD While global markets remain preoccupied with weather volatility in Brazil, Uganda continues its steady and confident rise to solidify its position as the largest coffee exporting...

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Sara Al-Haj: “Samra Coffee”.. The Story of Coffee That Defeated War
Interview
Mar 2, 2026•19 Min Read

Sara Al-Haj: “Samra Coffee”.. The Story of Coffee That Defeated War

Exclusive: Tobbi Vu on Launching Dubai’s First Vietnamese Specialty Coffee
Interview
Feb 19, 2026•21 Min Read

Exclusive: Tobbi Vu on Launching Dubai’s First Vietnamese Specialty Coffee

Hind Shaia: The Entrepreneur Renewing the Heritage of Yemeni Coffee from the Heart of Sana’a
Interview
Feb 15, 2026•19 Min Read

Hind Shaia: The Entrepreneur Renewing the Heritage of Yemeni Coffee from the Heart of Sana’a

Spill the Bean: The Blueprint for Dubai’s Specialty Coffee Evolution
Interview
Feb 14, 2026•28 Min Read

Spill the Bean: The Blueprint for Dubai’s Specialty Coffee Evolution

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World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops to Present Continental Rankings at World of Coffee
Coffee Community
Feb 26, 2026•8 Min Read

World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops to Present Continental Rankings at World of Coffee

ICO Launches 2026 Global Campaign: Coffee is Part of the Solution
Coffee Community
Feb 26, 2026•8 Min Read

ICO Launches 2026 Global Campaign: Coffee is Part of the Solution

Drinkit Expands in Dubai as Network Revenue Jumps 2.5 Times
Coffee Community
Feb 25, 2026•9 Min Read

Drinkit Expands in Dubai as Network Revenue Jumps 2.5 Times

World of Coffee San Diego 2026: Last Chance for Early Bird Rates
Coffee Community
Feb 24, 2026•7 Min Read

World of Coffee San Diego 2026: Last Chance for Early Bird Rates

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Brazil Crop Expectations Pressure Global Coffee Prices
News
Mar 1, 2026•10 Min Read

Brazil Crop Expectations Pressure Global Coffee Prices

Ethiopia Launches Strategic New Phase for Tea Development
News
Feb 28, 2026•5 Min Read

Ethiopia Launches Strategic New Phase for Tea Development

Saudi Arabia: 1.3 Million Coffee Trees Produce More Than 870 Tons Annually
News
Feb 27, 2026•6 Min Read

Saudi Arabia: 1.3 Million Coffee Trees Produce More Than 870 Tons Annually

World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops to Present Continental Rankings at World of Coffee
News
Feb 26, 2026•8 Min Read

World’s 100 Best Coffee Shops to Present Continental Rankings at World of Coffee

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Mokha1450 /  Luxury Specialty coffee Dubai

Mokha1450 / Luxury Specialty coffee Dubai

One such story combines all these classic ingredients. It began in Yemen at the ancient port of Mokha in 1450. For it is here the heart of coffee culture first started to beat and as this tale began to unfold, a tradition emerged that would forever change the World.

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Italy Coffee Market Outlook 2026–2031
Studies

Italy Coffee Market Outlook 2026–2031

Tradition Anchors Growth as Pods, Specialty and RTD Gain Ground DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD Italy’s coffee sector is projected to expand steadily through 2031, supported by strong domestic consumption, product...

Qahwa World•Feb 21, 2026•17 min read
Global Coffee Market Roadmap—January 2026
Studies

Global Coffee Market Roadmap—January 2026

DUBAI – QAHWA January 2026 was not merely the start of a new calendar year for the International Coffee Organization (ICO); it served as a critical testing ground for the...

Qahwa World•Feb 11, 2026•18 min read
Study Links Moderate Coffee Consumption to Brain Health
Studies

Study Links Moderate Coffee Consumption to Brain Health

DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD The saying about fruit and doctors might need an update: your daily cup of coffee could also play a role in keeping your mind active as...

Qahwa World•Feb 10, 2026•11 min read
Does Coffee Aid Digestion?
Studies

Does Coffee Aid Digestion?

DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD For many, drinking coffee after a heavy meal is not just a social ritual, but a functional tool for the body. According to a report by...

Qahwa World•Feb 9, 2026•9 min read