Episode 123: Introduction to Burundi Coffee - A conversation with Jeanine Niyonzima-Aroian

In today’s episode we’re speaking with Jeanine Niyonzima-Aroian, Owner of JNP Coffee and Board Director of the Specialty Coffee Association, to get an overview of the Burundi coffee market – a vibrant, yet relatively unknown origin.

Founded in 2012, JNP Coffee produces, promotes and trades African specialty coffee and is committed to transforming the lives of people in Burundi through economic empowerment. 

In this conversation Jeanine discusses the crucial role coffee plays in Burundi’s economy and her mission to raise this market’s awareness. She also emphasises the importance of education, youth involvement, and local processing in adding value to the country’s coffee production.

Credits music: "Take it Off" By Samantha Franks in association with The Coffee Music Project and SEB Collective

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Guest

Jeanine Niyonzima-Aroian
Owner, JNP Coffee

Jeanine Niyonzima-Aroian, Owner of JNP Coffee, promotes specialty coffee from Burundi. With an MBA from Northwestern University and over 20 years of international experience, she entered the coffee industry in 2012. Jeanine advocates for women coffee farmers and was named to the Sprudge 20 in 2023