Our Story: The History of BLACKBUCK COFFEE Ltd
We are shaping Rwanda’s coffee culture one cup at a time.
The Blackbuck Coffee team : building Rwanda’s coffee culture together.
2020: The Founding Vision
Building on Rwanda’s Rich Coffee Heritage
Rwanda is renowned for its specialty coffee, with a legacy dating back over a century. Inspired by this vibrant tradition, BLACKBUCK COFFEE Ltd was founded in 2020 in Kigali with a bold vision: to bring world-class coffee experiences to Rwanda through high-quality European coffee machines, expert service, and premium locally roasted beans.
Rapid Expansion & Partnerships
Establishing the Pioneer Standard
Since 2020, BLACKBUCK COFFEE has grown rapidly, establishing itself as a pioneer in Rwanda’s coffee industry:
- First Serious Provider of European Coffee Machines: We are proud to be the first company to seriously introduce and supply European-grade coffee machines in Rwanda, setting a new standard for quality.
- Exclusive Partnership with Magister: We have an exclusive partnership with Magister, a renowned Italian coffee machine manufacturer, bringing their world-class machines directly to Rwanda.
- Hundreds of Coffee Machines Imported: We’ve supplied cafés, restaurants, hotels, and offices with hundreds of premium coffee machines, fueling Rwanda’s coffee culture.
- Coffee Shop in the Heart of Kigali: Located in front of Waka Fitness Club, our flagship café serves as a hub for Kigali’s coffee lovers.
- Medium Roast Coffee: We roast premium Rwandan beans locally, focusing on a smooth and balanced medium roast that reflects the best of Rwandan coffee.
- Industry Presence: As participants in the Kigali International Expo, we’ve proudly showcased our expertise and leadership in Rwanda’s growing hospitality sector.
- In-House Expertise: We’ve trained a skilled team of local technicians, ensuring unmatched after-sales support and machine servicing for businesses nationwide.
People-First Commitment
Investing in Our Employees
At BLACKBUCK COFFEE, our employees are our greatest asset. We’ve created a supportive and flexible work culture that includes:
- Contributing to school fees for employees’ children.
- Covering all medical expenses.
- Providing daily breakfast and lunch.
- Maintaining salaries while employees pursue further studies, ensuring professional growth without financial worry.
This approach ensures a highly motivated team and a strong foundation for long-term excellence.
Our Mission: Affordable Quality
Making World-Class Coffee Accessible
At BLACKBUCK COFFEE Ltd, our mission is simple yet powerful: to make a high-quality cup of coffee as affordable and available all over Rwanda as it is in Europe.
We believe great coffee should be part of everyday life, not just a luxury. To achieve this vision, we focus on:
- Expanding Access: Supplying cafés, restaurants, offices, and homes with top-tier European coffee machines and expert servicing.
- Affordability: Local roasting and efficient operations to deliver exceptional coffee at fair prices.
- Coffee Culture: Creating vibrant spaces, like our Kigali flagship coffee shop, where Rwandans can enjoy world-class coffee.
- Local Empowerment: Building a skilled workforce through training and investing in employee welfare.
We’re not just supplying the coffee industry : we are shaping Rwanda’s coffee culture one cup at a time.