Regroupement des Agriculteurs et Eléveurs de Kabare (RAEK)
RAEK is a cooperative growing Congolese specialty coffee on the shores of Lake Kivu and around the border of Kahuzi Biega National Park. They support small farmers with fair prices, ensuring that both their production quality and living conditions can be improved.
Founded in
2012
Location
On the Western shore of the Kivu Lake, Kahuzi Biega National Park.
Elevation
1400-1800m
Membership
2,103 producers (656 women and 37 youth)
Average size of land per farmer
0.25 hectares
Green coffee production capacity / year
115,200 kg green coffee
Varieties
Bourbon, Katuai
Grades
K2 Fully washed
Certifications
Organic (ECOCERT)
Headquarter
TBC
Management team
4 members
Technical team
15 members
Infrastructure
3 washing stations, 1 warehouse
Main harvest period
March - Mid June
Export period of main harvest
August and September
Fly crop period
August and September
Export period of fly crop
August and September
The cooperative works to improve the socio-economic life of its members and the wider community.
RAEK is a small organisation but its commitment fo the communities is remarkable. Despite its limited resources, RAEK has supported the schooling of hundreds of children in the region.
Raek’s organic fertilization programs and reforestation with shade trees also guarantee not only high quality of their coffees but also a green environment in our region.
Contact
ZAGABE MUZUKA Désiré | Managing Director | zagabedesire@yahoo.fr | +243 993 361 808