About Weka Exports
From university inspiration to global agricultural excellence - bridging Uganda's finest produce to international markets
Who We Are
Weka Exports Limited is a Uganda-based agricultural export company dedicated to transforming smallholder farming into globally recognized success stories. Inspired by helping dispatch a 172 MT sesame consignment to Qingdao during university vacation, we blend youthful ambition, family legacy, and deep community commitment.
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Farmers sorting premium sesame seeds
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Ripe coffee cherries on branch
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Quality control in modern warehouse
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Export containers being loaded
To empower Ugandan farmers by bridging local quality agricultural produce to the world market—delivering exceptional value through reliability, integrity, sustainable practices and cross‑continental partnerships.
To be Uganda's premier bridge to world markets—renowned for pioneering export excellence, uplifting agricultural communities, and shaping a future where African produce commands global recognition and premium value.
- Integrity: Transparent dealings, farm gate to delivery.
- Partnership: Trust & mutual growth with farmers & buyers.
- Excellence: Quality, traceability & service consistency.
- Sustainability: Responsible, resilient value chains.
- Innovation: Continuous process refinement.
Certifications
Our commitment to quality and sustainability is backed by internationally recognized certifications, ensuring that our products meet the highest standards.
Organic Control
At Weka Export limited, Quality is at the heart of everything we export. We understand that international buyers demand safety, consistency, and reliability—and we deliver nothing less.
Rigorous Inspection
From farm to shipment, our products go through multiple inspection stages. We carefully check for size, color, moisture content, purity, and absence of foreign matter to ensure only the best reaches our clients.
Testing & Certification
We partner with accredited laboratories and certification bodies to conduct food safety tests, pesticide residue checks, and grading assessments. Every consignment is backed with the right certificates for smooth international trade.
Compliance With Global Standards
Our operations align with international food safety and export regulations (including relevant phytosanitary requirements). This guarantees that our products meet the specific needs of different markets worldwide.
Traceability & Transparency
We maintain a transparent supply chain with clear traceability from farm to port. Buyers can be confident that our products are ethically sourced, sustainably grown, and fully documented.
Export Compliance
At Weka Export Limited, we make international trade seamless and worry-free by handling all regulatory requirements on behalf of our clients. Our dedicated compliance team ensures that every shipment meets the exact standards of the importing country.
Complete Documentation
We prepare and verify all required export documents—including invoices, bills of lading, packing lists, certificates of origin, customs clearance and port clearance documents, and phytosanitary certificates—leaving no room for costly errors.
Regulatory Knowledge
Different markets have different rules. We stay up to date with international trade laws, customs regulations, and import restrictions to ensure smooth entry of goods into target destinations.
Certifications & Standards
From HACCP and ISO requirements to organic, fair trade, or other buyer-specific certifications, we align every shipment with the compliance frameworks needed to satisfy your market.
Customs Clearance Support
Our team coordinates closely with clearing agents, shipping lines, and government authorities to guarantee fast, efficient clearance and timely delivery of goods.
Our Journey
From a university holiday assignment to a structured export partner scaling farmer impact.
Inspiration Spark
Supported family sesame shipment (172 MT) – uncovered inefficiencies & opportunity.
Farmer Network
Organized early clusters; piloted quality-based pricing & traceability logs.
Process Build
Implemented structured QC stages & retention sample protocol.
Infrastructure Scale
Expanded storage & processing nodes; formalized compliance documentation.
Digital Shift
Rolled out geo-mapping & batch ID data capture across core commodities.
Global Expansion
Broadened market reach to 25+ countries & diversified product slate.
Leadership & Governance
Lean leadership anchored in transparency, continuous improvement, and farmer-first scalability.
Michael W.
Founder / CEO
Strategic partnerships, market expansion, quality discipline.
Sarah K.
Operations Lead
Process optimization, compliance documentation, capacity planning.
Grace N.
Farmer Relations
Training frameworks, premium distribution oversight, inclusion programs.
Impact Snapshot
Tangible outcomes from our integrated sourcing & capacity strategy.
4,200+
Partner Farmers
12,000 MT
Storage Capacity
25+
Destination Countries
97%
On-Time Shipments
What Sets Us Apart
A disciplined operating stack that de-risks supply and elevates product integrity.
Multi-Stage QC
Nine quality checkpoints from intake to pre-shipment.
Lot Traceability
Batch IDs linked to geo & farmer cluster meta-data.
Responsive Ops
Direct specialist access with proactive milestone alerts.
Process Control
Documented SOPs & calibrated equipment audits.
Sustainable Sourcing
Agroforestry, soil health, and community investment lens.
Continuous Improvement
Data-driven refinements to cycle time & quality yield.
Forward Roadmap
Strategic initiatives guiding the next growth horizon.
Blockchain Trace Pilot
Scale immutable lot ledger across top commodities.
Solar Drying Scale-Up
Expand low-carbon drying infrastructure & analytics.
Regional Lab Hub
Consolidated advanced testing for aflatoxin & microbiology.
Farmer Data App
Real-time input usage, yield logging & advisory pushes.
Value-Add Expansion
Roasting, fractionation & consumer packaging lines.
Carbon Footprint Index
Lifecycle assessment baseline & reduction targets.
Frequently Asked Questions
More detail about how we operate & collaborate.
How do you guarantee traceability?
Each lot carries a batch ID tied to farmer cluster, geo-coordinates, quality logs & retention samples.
What support do farmers receive?
Training (post-harvest, soil health), premium incentives, input linkage and financial literacy modules.
Can buyers request custom specifications?
Yes – grading, blending, moisture bands, packaging, and documentation bundles are configurable.
How are sustainability claims verified?
Third-party certifications plus internal environmental & social KPI tracking dashboards.
Do you enable pre-shipment inspection?
Independent inspection (SGS / BV / Intertek) coordinated at buyer request with full access.