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

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 power in Africa, surpassing all conventional expectations. According to data from the International Coffee Organization (ICO) Report for January 2026, Uganda recorded a historic surge

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Robusta Defies Global Downturn: Trading Against the Tide
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Feb 11, 2026•5 Min Read

Robusta Defies Global Downturn, Trading Against the Tide

DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD While Arabica prices succumbed to the pressures of improving weather conditions in Brazil, the Robusta category recorded an exceptional case of economic resilience during January 2026, announcing the decoupling of its price path from the general market trend. According to data from the International Coffee Organization (ICO) Report, Robusta achieved a

Brazil Rains Topple Global Coffee Prices: January 2026 Report Analysis
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Feb 11, 2026•5 Min Read

Minas Gerais Rains End Speculative Fever and Topple Global Coffee Prices

DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD Global coffee markets witnessed a dramatic shift in the final week of January 2026, as a wave of heavy rainfall in Brazilian production regions toppled the hopes of those betting on continued price increases. In a corrective movement described as the most violent in months, the pound of coffee lost more

Global Coffee Market Report Jan 2026: Price Trends & Export Analysis
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Feb 11, 2026•5 Min Read

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 resilience of global supply chains against dual shocks: climatic in the primary production origin (Brazil) and logistical in vital waterways. The ICO Composite Indicator Price

Ethiopian Coffee Lifts Russia Trade to $435m
News
Feb 11, 2026•5 Min Read

Ethiopian Coffee Lifts Russia Trade to $435m in 2025 Surge

DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD Trade between Russia and Ethiopia climbed to more than $435 million in 2025, nearly tripling from the previous year, reflecting a rapidly strengthening economic relationship anchored by commodities, agriculture, and expanding technology ties. The figures were disclosed by Russia’s Ambassador to Ethiopia, Evgeny Terekhin, in comments to Russian state media. He

Moderate Coffee Intake and Dementia Risk: What Long-Term Research Suggests
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Feb 10, 2026•5 Min Read

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 you age. Public debate around popular indulgences like coffee, tea, alcohol, and chocolate tends to swing back and forth. However, researchers based in Cambridge, Massachusetts

The Silent Cafe is Dying: Why Storytelling is the Future
Reflections
Feb 9, 2026•5 Min Read

The Silent Cafe is Dying

By: Sonam Sherpa We are living in a time where most of us know how to brew specialty coffee. Great equipment, precise recipes, advanced processing methods everything is available. And yet, I’ve tasted many technically perfect brewed coffees that felt without lives. What do I mean by coffee without life? As generations change, every industry

Contemporary Art, Reem Ali, IKKA Dubai, Saudi Artist, Dubai Events
News
Feb 9, 2026•5 Min Read

IKKA Gallery Debuts Reem Ali’s “On Practicing Recovery” this February

DUBAI – QAHWA WORLD This February, IKKA reinforces its position as Dubai’s first restaurant to house a permanent, rotating gallery programme. By debuting contemporary works before they reach the traditional gallery circuit, IKKA continues to bridge the gap between fine dining and the UAE’s evolving art scene. Following its successful January launch, the gallery presents

Does Coffee Aid Digestion? Science-Backed Facts and Tips
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Feb 9, 2026•5 Min Read

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 The Guardian, featuring Dr. Emily Leeming, a nutritionist at King’s College London and author of Genius Gut, the relationship between coffee and your digestive system

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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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Michael Sheridan in an Exclusive Interview with Qahwa World
Interview

Michael Sheridan in an Exclusive Interview with Qahwa World

CQI CEO Speaks Candidly About Coffee, Community, and 2026 Goals Dubai – Ali Alzakary 2025 was a year of transformation and challenge for the Coffee Quality Institute (CQI). From transitioning...

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Dubai Remains the Only Destination for “World of Coffee” in the Middle East
Interview

Dubai Remains the Only Destination for “World of Coffee” in the Middle East

Dubai – Ali Alzakary In an exclusive conversation with Qahwa World, Mr. Yannis Apostolopoulos, CEO of the Specialty Coffee Association, shared key insights on the growth and future of the...

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Brazil Rain and Vietnam Surplus Sink Coffee Futures
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Brazil Rain and Vietnam Surplus Sink Coffee Futures

NEW YORK — Qahwa World Coffee futures saw a sharp downturn on Friday, with Arabica hitting a five-and-a-half-month low and Robusta dropping to a three-and-a-half-week trough. March Arabica (KCH26) finished...

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Bridging the Gap: An Exclusive Dialogue with Vanusia Nogueira on the Global Coffee Crisis and the Path to 2026
Interview
Feb 1, 2026•25 Min Read

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

How Frederick Adam Rubin Became the UAE’s Best Barista
Interview
Jan 29, 2026•11 Min Read

How Frederick Adam Rubin Became the UAE’s Best Barista

Ahmed Alhabsi Reveals the Secrets of Specialty Coffee in Oman
Interview
Jan 28, 2026•16 Min Read

Ahmed Alhabsi Reveals the Secrets of Specialty Coffee in Oman

An Exclusive Interview with UAE Roaster of the Year 2026, Nizam Pasha Lolowang
Interview
Jan 26, 2026•12 Min Read

An Exclusive Interview with UAE Roaster of the Year 2026, Nizam Pasha Lolowang

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Abu Dhabi Prepares to Welcome “Drinkit” from April
Coffee Community
Jan 16, 2026•9 Min Read

Abu Dhabi Prepares to Welcome “Drinkit” from April

Free Coffee in Dubai for Those Who Walk 10,000 Steps a Day
Coffee Community
Jan 13, 2026•10 Min Read

Free Coffee in Dubai for Those Who Walk 10,000 Steps a Day

Lavazza Museum in Turin: A Journey Through Italian Coffee History
Coffee Community
Jan 8, 2026•8 Min Read

Lavazza Museum in Turin: A Journey Through Italian Coffee History

Ras Al Khaimah to Host 2nd Edition of “Gulf Coffee Maker” Competition
Coffee Community
Jan 6, 2026•8 Min Read

Ras Al Khaimah to Host 2nd Edition of “Gulf Coffee Maker” Competition

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Uganda’s Ambition Shakes Coffee Markets: A Historic Leap Toward 20 Million Bags
News
Feb 11, 2026•8 Min Read

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

Robusta Defies Global Downturn, Trading Against the Tide
News
Feb 11, 2026•10 Min Read

Robusta Defies Global Downturn, Trading Against the Tide

Minas Gerais Rains End Speculative Fever and Topple Global Coffee Prices
News
Feb 11, 2026•12 Min Read

Minas Gerais Rains End Speculative Fever and Topple Global Coffee Prices

Global Coffee Market Roadmap—January 2026
News
Feb 11, 2026•18 Min Read

Global Coffee Market Roadmap—January 2026

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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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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
Cheap Coffee Outperforms Brands in Safety by Roskontrol Ranking
Studies

Cheap Coffee Outperforms Brands in Safety by Roskontrol Ranking

MOSCOW — QAHWA WORLD As reported by the Russian news outlet “Nasha Gazeta,” a comprehensive audit of dozens of instant coffee brands conducted by “Roskontrol” experts has yielded unexpected results....

Qahwa World•Feb 9, 2026•11 min read