Dubai – Qahwa World Nestlé and the International Labour Organization (ILO) are expanding their long-standing partnership by launching a new, two-year project, “From fair recruitment to worker protection in coffee supply chains,” focused on promoting labour rights in the coffee supply chains of three key sourcing countries: Brazil, Colombia and Mexico. Building on its standard-setting
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Dubai – Ali alzakary When the spotlight fell on Lablibell Bajarias at the Lavazza Barista Challenge 2026, it wasn’t just a moment of triumph—it was the culmination of vision, precision, and a profound connection to coffee as both craft and story. Representing the UAE on the global stage, she transformed each cup into an experience,
New collaboration brings precision-focused innovation to professional coffee grinding Milan – Qahwa World Two leading names in Italy’s coffee equipment industry have joined forces to introduce a new grinder designed for professional use, marking a notable collaboration in the speciality coffee sector. The partnership between Cimbali Group and Mazzer has resulted in the Mazzer x
Brussels – Qahwa World EFICO GROUP has officially published its 2025 Communication on Progress (CoP), reaffirming its commitment to the ten principles of the United Nations Global Compact. The report highlights how the company integrates human rights, labour standards, environmental responsibility, and anti-corruption practices into operations, partnerships, and decision-making across the global coffee value chain.
BONN – Qahwa World Leading players in the global coffee sector have announced two new procurement principles aimed at supporting the long-term economic sustainability of coffee farmers. The principles, developed over nine months by the Global Coffee Platform (GCP), IDH, and Solidaridad, focus on building strategic partnerships and promoting sustainable coffee production, marking a coordinated
Turin – Qahwa World The international final of the Lavazza Barista Challenge 2026 concluded in Turin with a standout victory for Lablibell Bajarias of the United Arab Emirates, who secured the top title among competitors representing 20 countries. The prestigious competition brought together leading coffee professionals from around the world, each showcasing a high level
London – Qahwa World Coffee futures dropped notably, with arabica hitting its lowest level in about a week and robusta sinking to a multi-month low. The decline comes as expectations grow for a significantly larger global supply, led by Brazil. Forecasts from multiple analysts point to a record-breaking Brazilian harvest in the 2026/27 season, with
Dubai – Qahwa World Emirates Growth Fund (EGF) has finalized a strategic minority investment of AED 45 million in CarniStore, a premium protein provider. This transaction marks EGF’s entry into the food sector and aligns with its mandate to support the development of “National Champions” within the UAE’s business landscape. Founded in 2018, CarniStore has
ADDIS ABABA – Qahwa World The Ethiopian coffee industry achieved a significant digital milestone on 27 March 2026, as the Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority (ECTA) officially concluded the technical handover of the Ethiopian Coffee Traceability and Management System (ECTMS). Developed in collaboration with the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit (GIZ) through its SUVASE project,
GrowthKyoto – Qahwa World A Japanese research team has identified the molecular mechanism by which caffeic acid, a polyphenol found in coffee, suppresses the growth of colorectal cancer (CRC) cells....
Dubi – Qahwa World After reviewing hundreds of studies and the latest 2025–2026 evidence, one thing is clear: when consumed in moderation, coffee stands out as one of the most...
Dubai – Qahwa World A recent study from researchers at the University of Texas at El Paso suggests that drinking caffeine at night could influence behavior in unexpected ways. The...
Dubai – Qahwa World For many people, coffee is the first step in starting the day. However, experts suggest that when you drink your coffee may influence how your body...
