ABOUT US
Founded in 2019, our company is a fully registered and licensed international enterprise with operations in Rwanda, the United States, and the United Kingdom. We specialize in sourcing and exporting high-quality minerals and natural commodities, with a strong focus on gold, precious stones, fish, coffee, and timber.
With a deep commitment to ethical sourcing and sustainable practices, we have built strong networks across Africa and global markets to ensure the integrity, traceability, and quality of every product we supply. Our company holds full export licenses and complies with all international trade regulations, ensuring transparency and reliability in every transaction.
Over the years, we have earned the trust of partners, clients, and institutions by consistently delivering excellence. Whether it’s delivering premium-grade gold and minerals, ethically sourced timber, organically grown Rwandan coffee, or fresh fish from clean waters, our mission remains the same: to connect world markets with Africa’s finest natural resources.
Our global presence and commitment to professionalism make us a preferred partner for businesses seeking reliable sourcing and export solutions across continents.
🇷🇼 Rwanda
Our company was first registered in Rwanda in 2019, where we operate at the heart of our sourcing network. Rwanda serves as our primary hub for mineral sourcing (including gold), specialty coffee, timber, and fish, working closely with local communities and suppliers to ensure ethical and high-quality procurement.
🇺🇸 United States
In the U.S., our registration enables us to establish strong business relationships, manage logistics, compliance, and distribution, and serve clients in North America. The U.S. office also handles financial operations and international trade documentation, ensuring smooth and transparent transactions.
🇬🇧 United Kingdom
Our UK registration supports access to European and global markets. The UK branch focuses on trade facilitation, market expansion, and investor relations, acting as a strategic point for handling export operations and maintaining partnerships across Europe, Asia, and the Middle East.
GOLD BARS & NUGGETS
We proudly source gold bars and natural gold nuggets from verified and licensed miners across East Africa, including Rwanda and neighboring regions known for their rich mineral deposits. Our partnerships are built on trust, compliance, and ethical sourcing practices that meet both local regulations and international standards.
Every shipment of gold is carefully collected and transported to authorized assay laboratories for thorough testing and verification. These labs provide certified assay reports that confirm the purity, weight, and authenticity of each gold bar and nugget. Only after successful verification do we prepare the gold for export, accompanied by full legal documentation and export licenses.
Our clients benefit from a transparent and secure supply chain, ensuring that the gold they receive is genuine, conflict-free, and traceable—a true reflection of East Africa’s natural wealth and our commitment to responsible trade.
FRESH COFFEE BEANS
East Africa is globally recognized as the birthplace of coffee and home to some of the finest Arabica beans in the world. We source our fresh coffee beans directly from certified farms and cooperatives across Rwanda, Ethiopia, Uganda, and Kenya, where the unique high-altitude climates and volcanic soils produce beans with exceptional flavor, aroma, and complexity.
Most Grown & In-Demand Coffee Varieties in East Africa:
Arabica – Bourbon: Especially common in Rwanda and Burundi; known for sweet, balanced flavors and bright acidity.
Arabica – Typica: Grown in highland regions, including parts of Ethiopia; valued for its clean cup and mild profile.
Heirloom Varieties (Ethiopia): Wild and native strains with floral and fruity notes, highly sought after in specialty markets.
SL28 & SL34 (Kenya): Prized for their rich body, citrus notes, and vibrant acidity.
Robusta: Grown primarily in Uganda; stronger and more bitter, often used in blends or instant coffee.
Our Quality Assurance Process:
We are committed to high-quality, traceable, and ethically sourced coffee. To guarantee excellence:
We work with certified farms and cooperatives, often supporting smallholder farmers.
Beans are hand-picked at peak ripeness, then carefully washed, sun-dried, or naturally processed.
Samples from each lot are sent for cupping and grading by certified Q-graders to evaluate flavor, moisture content, and bean integrity.
Only top-grade beans are approved for roasters, exporters, and specialty buyers.
All exports are accompanied by quality certificates, origin traceability, and phytosanitary documents.
From seed to shipment, our coffee reflects East Africa’s natural richness and our dedication to fair trade, quality, and sustainability.
TIMBER LOGS
We source and export high-quality timber logs from sustainably managed forests across East Africa, with a focus on premium hardwood species such as mahogany, mvule (iroko), teak, camphor, and African walnut. These species are highly valued globally for their strength, beauty, durability, and wide use in furniture, flooring, interior design, and construction.
Most Sought-After Timber Species We Offer:
Mahogany – Known for its deep color, workability, and resistance to decay; ideal for luxury furniture and fine carpentry.
Mvule (Iroko) – A durable, golden hardwood often used as a teak alternative; prized for marine and outdoor applications.
Teak – Famous for its weather resistance and natural oils; used in high-end construction and shipbuilding.
Camphor & African Walnut – Popular for decorative purposes due to their rich grain and polish-ready surfaces.
Grevillea & Eucalyptus – Fast-growing species used for general construction and utility timber.
Our Sourcing & Verification Process:
We partner with licensed forest operators and government-approved harvesting cooperatives.
All logs are sourced in compliance with forest management regulations and environmental guidelines.
Timber is inspected and graded for size, quality, moisture content, and species authenticity.
We ensure full documentation including:
Harvesting permits
Phytosanitary certificates
FSC compliance (where applicable)
Export and customs clearance licenses
Our commitment to sustainability, legality, and quality ensures that every timber shipment we handle meets both local and international standards. Whether you’re a wholesaler, importer, or manufacturer, you can trust us to deliver genuine East African hardwood with integrity and consistency.
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Partnering with us means gaining a reliable, transparent, and experienced exporter with a solid presence in East Africa, the United States, and the United Kingdom. Since our founding in 2019, we have built a strong reputation for sourcing and delivering authentic, high-quality natural resources—from gold bars and nuggets to fresh East African coffee, timber logs, and fish products.
Here’s what you get when you work with us:
✅ Verified & Ethical Sourcing – All our products come from licensed, trusted suppliers who meet strict industry and environmental standards.
✅ Certified Quality – Every item, from gold to coffee, undergoes independent testing and verification to ensure authenticity, purity, and export readiness.
✅ Complete Documentation – We handle all export permits, assay reports, quality certifications, and international compliance paperwork—no shortcuts.
✅ Global Trade Expertise – With active registration in Rwanda, the U.S., and the U.K., we simplify global logistics and connect East African resources to the world.
✅ Consistency & Integrity – We build long-term partnerships through reliable service, fair pricing, and a transparent business approach.
Whether you’re sourcing for retail, manufacturing, or investment, we’re your trusted gateway to East Africa’s finest natural exports—handled professionally, ethically, and efficiently.
why choose us
“Partner with us for trusted East African exports – quality you can count on.
At our company, we connect you directly with verified suppliers across East Africa, ensuring every product—whether it’s gold, coffee, timber, or fish—is ethically sourced and rigorously tested for quality. With full export licenses and international certifications, we guarantee transparency and reliability in every shipment. Explore our range and experience the best that East Africa has to offer, backed by our commitment to integrity and customer satisfaction.
What People Say
“Reliable and transparent. Their commitment to ethical sourcing gave us full confidence in every shipment of gold bars.”
ohn M., Precious Metals Importer, USA
““From sourcing to delivery, their team’s expertise and integrity stand out. Highly recommended for anyone looking for authentic natural products.”
Jonathan Downson
“Investing with this company has been a rewarding experience. Their transparent operations and strong foothold in East African resources give me confidence in sustainable growth.”
Jack Well
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