In short: Mungania Tea Factory is a black tea estate in Kenya's D467 region, operated by the Kenya Tea Development Agency at an elevation of 1,833 metres.
Mungania Tea Factory is a black tea estate located in the D467 region of Kenya, operating at an elevation of 1,833 metres. The estate is managed by the Kenya Tea Development Agency, which administers smallholder tea production across the country through a network of factories. The factory is certified by the Ethical Tea Partnership, though no specific commercial buyers have been recorded in public trade data.
Terroir & Climate
At 1,833 metres above sea level and positioned just south of the equator, Mungania operates in an environment where moderate temperatures and consistent daylight hours tend to characterise the growing conditions. Estates at this elevation in Kenya generally experience a slower leaf maturation compared to low-altitude counterparts, which can contribute to a more measured accumulation of flavour compounds in the green leaf.
The D467 region lies within Kenya's broader tea-growing belt, where volcanic soils and well-distributed rainfall typically support year-round cultivation. Farms at this altitude often benefit from cooler night-time temperatures, a factor that in many East African contexts is associated with reduced stress on the plant and a tendency toward brisk, clean cup profiles when the leaf is processed as orthodox or CTC black tea.
Tea Produced
Mungania produces black tea, the category that dominates commercial output across Kenya's smallholder sector. Teas from estates in this altitude band and region typically yield a bright, coppery liquor with a brisk, astringent character and a clean finish. The cup profile generally suits blending applications, where body and colour are prioritised, though elevation above 1,800 metres can sometimes introduce a slightly more rounded mouthfeel than lower-grown Kenyan leaf. Specific tasting notes for Mungania itself have not been recorded in public auction or buyer assessments.
Operator
The Kenya Tea Development Agency manages smallholder tea production through a federation of member-owned factories, of which Mungania is one. KTDA coordinates leaf collection, processing, marketing and export on behalf of thousands of small-scale growers. The agency operates six other estates recorded in this directory, making it one of the most significant institutional actors in Kenya's tea sector and a major supplier to the Mombasa auction.
Certifications & Ethics
Mungania holds certification from the Ethical Tea Partnership, a multi‑stakeholder initiative that works to improve labour conditions, environmental practices and community welfare across tea supply chains. For buyers, ETP membership signals a commitment to monitoring standards in areas such as wages, health and safety, and pesticide use; for workers and smallholders, it typically entails regular farm audits and access to training programmes designed to promote compliance with the partnership's code of conduct.
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Mungania Tea Factory lies at -0.4003, 37.5030 in D467, Kenya. Its 1833 m elevation is the 134th highest of 186 estates we map in Kenya. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- KENYA TEA DEVELOPMENT AGENCY (KTDA) - Mungania — under 1 km away · PO BOX 927
- Rukuriri Tea Factory — 5.5 km away · RUKURIRI TEA FACTORY
- Kathangariri Tea Estate — 6.0 km away · Mugurumari - Kathangariri Rd
- NJERU — 17 km away · Box 241 - Meru
- Thumaita — 20 km away · Kenya
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Mungania Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Mungania Tea Factory (1,833 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Mungania Tea Factory recorded 1,029 mm in 2025, 34% less than the 1,563 mm average across these estates: at the same height, local weather and exposure matter as much as elevation.
| Estate | Where | Elevation | Rain 2025 | Mean high |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Itona Tea Estate | Itona- Mufindi, Tanzania United Republic Of | 1,831 m | 804 mm | 21.7 °C |
| Sasini Plc., Kipkebe Tea Factory | Kericho, Kenya | 1,836 m | 1,021 mm | 25.1 °C |
| GITUGI | Othaya, Kenya | 1,850 m | 1,285 mm | 21.7 °C |
| Uganda Tea Development Agency Ltd, Igara | Central, Uganda | 1,808 m | 1,396 mm | 23.1 °C |
| Sedep Tea Estate | WEST JAVA, Indonesia | 1,859 m | 3,309 mm | 20.0 °C |
Mungania Tea Factory Compared with Kenya
In Kenya, Mungania Tea Factory is drier than 82% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 72% of the others by elevation; cooler than 90% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Mungania Tea Factory against the 185 other estates we map in Kenya, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Mungania Tea Factory | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 1,833 m | 1,990 m | 821 to 2,790 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,029 mm | 1,518 mm | 754 to 2,070 mm |
| Mean daily high | 20.6 °C | 22.4 °C | 16.8 to 30.2 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 12.5 °C | 12.0 °C | 8.5 to 19.8 °C |
Observed Climate at Mungania Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Mungania Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 1,029 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was March (126 mm) and the driest was February (10 mm). Daytime highs averaged 20.6 °C and overnight lows 12.5 °C over the year; March was the warmest month and August the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,029 mm |
| Wettest month | March (126 mm) |
| Driest month | February (10 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 20.6 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 12.5 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Mungania Tea Factory located?
Mungania Tea Factory is in D467, Kenya, at coordinates -0.4003, 37.5030, at an elevation of about 1833 metres.
Who operates Mungania Tea Factory?
Mungania Tea Factory is operated by Kenya Tea Development Agency, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Mungania Tea Factory produce?
Mungania Tea Factory is recorded as producing black tea.
What certifications does Mungania Tea Factory hold?
Mungania Tea Factory is recorded as holding the following certification(s): Ethical Tea Partnership.
How much rain does Mungania Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,029 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in March (126 mm).
How does Mungania Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Mungania Tea Factory recorded 1,029 mm in 2025, 34% less rain than the 1,563 mm average of estates at a similar elevation.
Data sources: public supply-chain disclosures (Ethical Tea Partnership member lists, Rainforest Alliance certificate holders and retailer supplier disclosures); climate figures are ERA5 reanalysis modelled for the estate’s coordinates via Open-Meteo (calendar year 2025); coordinates and elevations from geocoded records. Spotted an error? Email [email protected].
