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In the specialty coffee industry, the journey to the perfect cup begins with selecting high-quality beans and ends with the delicate process of roasting. A key element in this journey is the coffee roaster, which can dramatically impact the flavor, aroma, and overall quality of the coffee. Among the top choices for professionals and enthusiasts alike is the Stronghold roaster, a cutting-edge machine known for its innovation and precision. 

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When I first ventured into the world of coffee in 2007, in my final year at Ashesi University in Ghana, West Africa, I, like many others had no idea that any coffee was produced in Ghana. Fast forward 15 years later and the African coffee landscape has completely evolved. With the rise of global coffee chains and artisan roasteries, coffee education and barista championships have finally come to Africa. And now, the first ever Africa Youth Barista Championship (AYBC) took place during the 10th African Coffee Symposium during the IACO 2022 Annual Meetings in Lome, Togo.