Meeting with the Official Delegation of the Democratic Republic of the Congo

June 2026

Brussels International Coffee Exhibition

Date: 27 June 2026Location: Brussels, Belgium

On 27 June 2026, ET TRAD UK LIMITED, represented by Mr. Jeef Shomba Diowo, General Manager for the Democratic Republic of the Congo & Regional Strategic Representative for Africa, held an official meeting with the delegation of the Democratic Republic of the Congo during the Brussels International Coffee Exhibition.

The purpose of the meeting was to discuss potential long-term commercial cooperation between ET TRAD UK LIMITED and Congolese institutions and producers regarding the export of agricultural commodities to international markets.

 

Delegation Members

The Congolese delegation included representatives from both governmental institutions and the private sector, namely:

• The Managing Director of SOPAGRI Congo, accompanied by his management team;

• The Director of ONAPAC Ituri;

• The Secretary General of the Ministry of Foreign Trade;

• The Representative and Chief of Staff to the Minister of Trade, responsible for Economic Affairs.

 

Products Discussed

The meeting focused on the commercial export opportunities for the following commodities:

 

1. Robusta Coffee

Available Grades

• Superior Quality (NM – Natural Minimum) / CI

• Second Grade

Market Information

• Current availability is limited due to exceptionally strong international demand and high market prices.

 

2. Arabica Coffee

Available Grades

• Kivu 4 (First Grade)

• Kivu 5 (Second Grade)

Supply Capacity

• Export availability ranging from 5 to 20 containers, depending on buyers' requirements and production schedules.

 

3. Cocoa Beans

The delegation confirmed the immediate availability of cocoa for export under the same commercial framework applied to coffee.

Available Grades

• Medium Grade

• Lower Grade

Estimated Availability

• Approximately 20 to 30 containers available for immediate commercial transactions.