Addis Ababa, July 27, 2025 (Qahwa World) — The Ethiopian Coffee and Tea Authority convened a high-level internal meeting to assess the performance of its 2017 Ethiopian fiscal year (EFY) macroeconomic and institutional plans, and to present its strategic goals for the 2018 EFY. The review took place in Ibushaba on 18 Hamle 2017 EFY (corresponding to late July 2025).
Dr. Adugna Debela, Director General of the Authority, led the session and opened with a report highlighting Ethiopia’s remarkable $2.6 billion in coffee export revenue recorded in the previous fiscal year. The performance exceeded expectations and received national praise, including commendation from Prime Minister Dr. Abiy Ahmed. Dr. Debela credited this outcome to coordinated efforts by leadership and staff at all levels—federal, regional, and institutional—as well as all stakeholders within Ethiopia’s coffee value chain.
The review contextualized the Authority’s performance within broader global market conditions. Presenting global economic indicators, Dr. Debela noted a recent decline in trade dynamics in the United States, contrasted with growth trends in China and the Middle East. From 2019 to 2022, global trade growth accelerated but has slowed since then, with a projected plateau in 2024. Contributing factors include fluctuating fuel prices, rising input costs, and a decrease in consumer purchasing power.
Regarding global coffee prices, Dr. Debela stated that average prices have stabilized around $7 per kilogram in recent years, with a possible rise to $8 by 2025. However, price volatility remains, and a slight decrease is anticipated by 2026. He warned that export growth may face pressure due to rising U.S. tariffs and weakening demand in European markets, although Asian markets continue to show expansion.
Looking ahead to the 2018 EFY, the Authority aims to increase Ethiopia’s total export revenue to $9.4 billion, with $3 billion expected from coffee exports alone. This projection underscores the strategic importance of coffee to Ethiopia’s economy, alongside other key sectors such as gold. Dr. Debela emphasized the responsibility stakeholders share in safeguarding and advancing the sector’s success.
The Authority’s agricultural revenue reached $4 billion in the previous year, with a target of $4.7 billion for the upcoming fiscal year. Specifically, the coffee sector achieved exports of over 470,000 metric tons, generating $2.6 billion in revenue. For 2018 EFY, Ethiopia plans to export 600,000 metric tons of coffee and generate $3 billion, supported by an expansion of coffee farmland from 32 million hectares to 33 million.
The tea and spice sectors were also reviewed, with performance updates and plans presented alongside coffee figures.
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