Creating Opportunity Through Coffee
In Addis Ababa, many talented men and women face barriers to stable work and long-term security. Kemesha Academy provides a path forward—offering practical barista skills, life-skills development, and mentorship that helps students enter Ethiopia’s growing coffee industry with confidence and dignity.
What We Teach
🌱 Coffee Science Basics
Understanding origins, tasting profiles, and the fundamentals that make Ethiopian coffee world-renowned.
☕ Barista Foundations
Hands-on espresso skills, milk texturing, customer service basics, and the essentials needed to work in cafés.
💼 Life & Workplace Skills
Confidence, communication, professionalism, and job-readiness support for long-term success.
Real Skills.
Real Confidence.
Real Change.
Every student who comes to Kemesha Academy brings determination and potential. Through our program, individuals strengthen their skills, rebuild self-worth, and step into roles that support themselves and their families.
A Supportive Pathway Into the Coffee Industry
Hands-On Training
Practical sessions guided by experienced instructors in a supportive environment.
Skill-Building & Growth
Students strengthen communication, confidence, and professionalism throughout the program.
Job Preparation
We help students prepare for real opportunities within cafés and the broader coffee ecosystem.
A Community of Support
Encouragement, mentorship, and guidance at every stage of the journey.
Join Us in Creating Opportunity
Whether you’re a café owner, industry partner, or supporter of life-changing education, your involvement helps us open doors for more students in Addis Ababa.
