In short: Kyenjojo, Tea Factory is a tea estate located in the Dar Es Salaam region of Tanzania, operated by Kyenjojo, Tea Factory, and known to supply Finlays.
Kyenjojo, Tea Factory is a tea estate situated in the Dar Es Salaam region of Tanzania, operated by Kyenjojo, Tea Factory. The estate produces both black and green teas and is recorded as a supplier to Finlays, a major player in the global tea trade.
Terroir & Climate
At 11 metres above sea level, Kyenjojo, Tea Factory occupies an unusually low elevation for tea cultivation. Estates at such altitudes in coastal equatorial East Africa typically experience warm, humid conditions year-round, with minimal temperature variation between seasons. This low-lying environment tends to promote rapid vegetative growth, though the lack of cooler nights—often associated with higher-altitude tea regions—may influence the pace of secondary metabolite accumulation in the leaf.
The Dar Es Salaam region lies close to the Indian Ocean, and estates in this coastal belt generally benefit from consistent rainfall patterns influenced by monsoon systems. However, the warm temperatures and high humidity typical of near-sea-level sites can present challenges in pest and disease management, and may require careful agronomic planning to maintain leaf quality and processing consistency.
Tea Produced
Kyenjojo, Tea Factory produces both black and green teas. Estates at very low elevations in Tanzania's coastal regions tend to yield teas with robust body and straightforward character, though they may lack the aromatic complexity or briskness often associated with higher-altitude gardens. Black teas from such sites typically offer malty, earthy notes and good strength, while green teas may present a fuller, more vegetal profile than those from cooler, mountainous areas. The specific cup character will depend on plucking standards, processing technique, and seasonal variation.
Supply Chain & Market Position
Kyenjojo, Tea Factory is recorded as a supplier to Finlays, one of the largest and most vertically integrated tea businesses in the world. Finlays operates as both an estate owner and a blender, sourcing tea from a global network of producers for its own manufacturing facilities and for onward sale to retail and foodservice customers. The presence of Finlays as a buyer suggests that Kyenjojo, Tea Factory participates in a professional, quality-audited supply chain, with its output likely destined for blending, branded tea products, or bulk export markets serving international buyers.
- Recorded supplier to Finlays
Location & Neighbouring Estates
Kyenjojo, Tea Factory lies at -6.8165, 39.2894 in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania United Republic Of. Its 11 m elevation is the 15th highest of 16 estates we map in Tanzania United Republic Of. The nearest estates in the TeaTrade directory, measured point-to-point from these coordinates, are:
- Nshili Kivu Tea Plantations — under 1 km away
- Luponde — 9.3 km away
- East Usambara Tea Co. Ltd, Kwamkoro — 210 km away · Tanga
- KABAMBE — 411 km away · Iringa
- KIBENA — 411 km away · Iringa
Estates at a Similar Altitude to Kyenjojo, Tea Factory
Elevation shapes how slowly leaf matures, so we match Kyenjojo, Tea Factory (11 m) with estates within 150 m of its height that are not its neighbours. Each is shown with its own 2025 climate. Kyenjojo, Tea Factory recorded 1,094 mm in 2025, 44% less than the 1,937 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| adhar manik tea asteat factory | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 11 m | 2,211 mm | 30.6 °C |
| Tandachari Tea Estate | Chattogram, Bangladesh | 11 m | 2,211 mm | 30.6 °C |
| Zhoushan Putuo Speciality Co. Ltd. | Hangzhou, China | 11 m | 1,545 mm | 24.2 °C |
| GONESHBARI | 3RD FLOOR KOLKATA WB IN, India | 11 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
| Deamoolie | Pretoria Street, India | 11 m | 1,858 mm | 31.4 °C |
Kyenjojo, Tea Factory Compared with Tanzania United Republic Of
In Tanzania United Republic Of, Kyenjojo, Tea Factory is drier than 53% of the others by 2025 rainfall; lower than 93% of the others by elevation; warmer than 93% of the others by daytime temperature. The table sets Kyenjojo, Tea Factory against the 15 other estates we map in Tanzania United Republic Of, so you can see whether it is typical for its country or an outlier.
| Measure | Kyenjojo, Tea Factory | Country median | Country range |
|---|---|---|---|
| Elevation | 11 m | 1,611 m | 7 to 1,963 m |
| Annual rainfall (2025) | 1,094 mm | 1,094 mm | 628 to 2,554 mm |
| Mean daily high | 30.3 °C | 21.6 °C | 19.4 to 30.4 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 23.6 °C | 14.1 °C | 11.6 to 23.7 °C |
Observed Climate at Kyenjojo, Tea Factory (2025)
ERA5 reanalysis data modelled for Kyenjojo, Tea Factory’s coordinates recorded 1,094 mm of precipitation across calendar year 2025. The wettest month was April (347 mm) and the driest was July (16 mm). Daytime highs averaged 30.3 °C and overnight lows 23.6 °C over the year; February was the warmest month and August the coolest.
| Metric | 2025 value |
|---|---|
| Annual precipitation | 1,094 mm |
| Wettest month | April (347 mm) |
| Driest month | July (16 mm) |
| Mean daily high | 30.3 °C |
| Mean overnight low | 23.6 °C |
Frequently Asked Questions
Where is Kyenjojo, Tea Factory located?
Kyenjojo, Tea Factory is in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania United Republic Of, at coordinates -6.8165, 39.2894, at an elevation of about 11 metres.
Who operates Kyenjojo, Tea Factory?
Kyenjojo, Tea Factory is operated by Kyenjojo, Tea Factory, according to public supply-chain records.
What type of tea does Kyenjojo, Tea Factory produce?
Kyenjojo, Tea Factory is recorded as producing black and green tea.
Which buyers does Kyenjojo, Tea Factory supply?
Public supplier disclosures record Kyenjojo, Tea Factory as supplying Finlays.
How much rain does Kyenjojo, Tea Factory receive?
ERA5 reanalysis data for the estate's coordinates recorded 1,094 mm of precipitation in 2025, peaking in April (347 mm).
How does Kyenjojo, Tea Factory compare with estates at a similar elevation?
Kyenjojo, Tea Factory recorded 1,094 mm in 2025, 44% less rain than the 1,937 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].
