Kokoa Kamili – Kilombero Valley, Tanzania

Nestled in Tanzania’s Morogoro Region, the Kilombero Valley is bordered by the biodiverse Udzungwa Mountains National Park. It’s here that Kokoa Kamili works closely with smallholder cacao farmers to produce some of the country’s finest cocoa.

Founded by professionals from the international development sector, Kokoa Kamili was born out of frustration with traditional top-down models. Instead of imposing outside agendas, the founders chose a more direct, empowering approach: paying farmers significantly higher prices—around 25% above average—for their cacao. This extra income allows farmers to invest in their families and farms on their own terms.

Beyond fair pricing, Kokoa Kamili provides free or low-cost seedlings and practical training to improve both yield and quality. The results speak for themselves: our beans are celebrated for their predominantly fruity notes—red fruit, berries, apples, plums, and tropical fruits—complemented by pleasant woody undertones and hints of chocolate or brownie batter.

In Swahili, Kamili means “Exactly” or “Absolutely”—a word that reflects our core values of precision, transparency, and trust. It’s a promise to our farmers, and to chocolate makers around the world: by staying meticulous in every part of our operation, we deliver the very best cocoa Tanzania has to offer.

By paying above-market prices, we’re helping to build a thriving, sustainable cacao sector—good for farmers, and good for chocolate.