Mehari Redaei Business Group

Built on vision.
Driven by excellence.

Connecting Ethiopia to global markets through agricultural exports, industrial supply, manufacturing and integrated logistics.

1980Est.
5Sectors
30+Markets
40K mΒ²Oil Facility
2026 πŸ›’οΈ 40,000 mΒ² Zala edible-oil facility rising in Mekelle
1980
Trading since
5
Business sectors
30+
Global markets
40,000 mΒ²
Oil factory site
Built on vision. Driven by excellence.
Who We Are

Built on vision. Driven by excellence.

From humble beginnings in trade, a cross-border journey began with a clear vision and evolved into a trusted enterprise serving local and international markets. Decades of steady growth have shaped a business grounded in integrity, resilience and an unwavering commitment to quality and long-term partnership.

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Pillars of Success

Why partners trust Mehari Redaei

Nearly four decades of consistency, built on three enduring foundations.

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Trusted Global Trade

Verified sourcing, quality assurance and dependable execution across international markets.

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Diversified Portfolio

Five integrated sectors β€” from farm-gate sourcing to industrial processing and logistics.

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Community & Partnership

A merit-based culture that empowers agricultural communities and long-term partners.

Products

Premium coffee from Ethiopia's highlands

We source and export Ethiopia's finest Arabica coffees from globally recognized high-altitude regions. Hover a card to reveal its tasting profile.

Yirgacheffe Coffee

Located in the heart of southern Ethiopia, Yirgacheffe is one of the world's most celebrated coffee origins, known for producing exceptional specialty-grade coffee. Grown at high altitudes with fertile soil… Floral β€’ Citrus β€’ Elegant β€’ Clean Finish See details β†’

Sidamo Coffee

Sidamo is one of Ethiopia's most diverse and premium coffee regions, producing consistently high quality Arabica beans. It is globally recognized for its balanced body, vibrant acidity and complex aroma… Balanced β€’ Floral β€’ Citrus β€’ Fruity See details β†’

Limu Coffee

Limu coffee is grown in Ethiopia's southwestern highlands where rich soil and stable climate create clean aromatic beans. It is known for its medium body, wine-like smoothness and refined acidity.… Smooth β€’ Wine-like β€’ Balanced β€’ Clean See details β†’

Jimma Coffee

Sourced from Ethiopia's wild coffee forests, Jimma grows naturally with minimal human intervention. It produces a bold, full-bodied coffee with earthy depth and strong intensity. The profile includes robust bitterness,… Bold β€’ Earthy β€’ Strong β€’ Intense See details β†’

Nekemt (Wollega) Coffee

Nekemt coffee comes from Ethiopia's western highlands, offering naturally smooth and balanced characteristics. It is known for its mild acidity, clean cup and subtle fruity-spice notes β€” a consistent export-grade… Smooth β€’ Mild β€’ Fruity β€’ Balanced See details β†’

Guji Coffee

Guji is one of Ethiopia's most dynamic modern coffee origins, grown in volcanic soil at high elevation. It delivers a vibrant, floral and fruit-forward profile with layered complexity. Expect a… Floral β€’ Fruity β€’ Vibrant β€’ Complex See details β†’

Industrial-scale production. Premium quality oils.
Edible Oil Manufacturing β€” Zala Cooking Oil

Industrial-scale production. Premium quality oils.

Located on a 40,000 mΒ² industrial site in Mekelle, our modern edible oil facility is engineered to become one of Ethiopia's leading production hubs β€” combining high-efficiency extraction, advanced refining and scalable, export-oriented standards. Scheduled to begin production in 2026.

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Our Inspiring Business Journey

From a border town to global markets

Nearly four decades of resilience, reinvention and growth β€” read the full story on our About page.

1980
The Rolling Start

Early Trade Activities

In August 1980, Mehari Redaei began trading tomatoes, onions, wheat and beverages. The goods were transported using traditional methods β€” specifically by donkey β€” from Adigrat…

1990 – 1992
Expanded

Domestic Spice & Coffee Trade

Operating from Addis Ababa, the business sourced turmeric, coffee, ginger, cardamom and other spices from southern Ethiopia, distributing to Addis Ababa, Gondar, Bahir Dar and Mekelle…

2018
Value Addition Phase

Manufacturing & Value Addition

The group established a coffee processing unit in Addis Ababa and commissioned an oil refinery designed to process up to 150,000 liters of edible oil, focused…

Why Partner With Us?

Real inventory. Real delivery.

We market the commodities we hold β€” giving you confidence from contract to shipment.

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Premium Quality & Traceability

Access high quality commodities with verified origin data β€” the confidence, transparency and compliance assurance your business demands.

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Secured Availability

Physical inventory, processing assets and warehousing ensure dependable supply.

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Greater Value

Direct sourcing and in-house value addition help optimize procurement costs.

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Seamless Execution

Efficient systems and transparent processes keep transactions moving smoothly.

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Dedicated Expertise

Experienced professionals align operations with your business requirements.

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Proven Credibility

Nearly four decades of market presence demonstrate consistency and reliability.

What Our Partners Say

Trusted across every mile

A dependable partner with verified sourcing and consistent quality β€” exactly what our procurement needs.

International BuyerSpecialty Coffee Importer

Their logistics coordination and export documentation made cross-border trade genuinely seamless for us.

Freight PartnerGlobal Shipping Line

Real inventory, real delivery. From contract to shipment, execution has always been reliable.

Commodity TraderMiddle East Market
Partners We Work With

Shipping & logistics providers

Ethiopian Shipping & Logistics (ESL)
Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services
CMA CGM Ethiopia
Pacific International Lines (PIL)
Maersk Ethiopia
MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company)
DHL Global Forwarding
FedEx / TNT Express
MACCFA Freight Logistics
FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Answers to what partners most often ask.

We are a diversified Ethiopian enterprise operating across five sectors: agricultural exports (coffee, oilseeds, pulses, spices), import & industrial supply, edible oil manufacturing, integrated logistics, and hospitality.
We export premium Ethiopian coffee (Yirgacheffe, Sidamo, Guji, Limu, Jimma, Nekemt), oilseeds, pulses and beans, and spices β€” all cleaned, graded and processed to international standards.
We are based in Ethiopia and ship worldwide through established partners including ESL, Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM, PIL, DHL and MACCFA, handling documentation, customs clearance and freight coordination end to end.
Yes. We market the commodities we physically hold, backed by warehousing, processing assets and verified sourcing data β€” giving you confidence from contract to shipment.
Reach out through our Contact page. Our team will align sourcing, quality and logistics with your requirements and guide you through onboarding.

Moving more than products. Delivering confidence.

At Mehari Redaei Business Group, logistics is the operational backbone that connects producers, industries and international markets through reliability, efficiency and trusted execution.

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