Hospitality Competence Center Africa

about us

Hospitality Competence Center Africa (HCC-Africa) is the region’s leading provider of international wine and spirits education. We elevate East Africa’s hospitality standards by equipping professionals and enthusiasts with globally recognised qualifications, practical expertise, and service excellence.

We work with the world’s most respected certification bodies and offer tailored learning paths for both new entrants and seasoned professionals across the hospitality, trade, and retail sectors. By raising knowledge, service, and product standards, we help give individuals a competitive edge in the job market and raise the bar across the industry.

This is the heart of our mission: to empower industry professionals, support businesses in building stronger, more capable teams, and grow a vibrant alumni network that helps raise the bar across the industry and drive the continuous elevation of beverage and hospitality standards across East Africa.

Approved WSET Program Provider

HCC-Africa is the only Wine & Spirit Education Trust (WSET) Approved Program Provider in East Africa. We provide best-in-class education and qualifications to inspire and empower the Africa's wine and spirits professionals and enthusiasts. We offer Level 1,2 and 3 courses in Wines and Level 1 & 2 courses in Spirits. WSET qualifications are globally recognised as the international standard in wine and spirit knowledge. They are designed for those who are just starting out in their careers, as well as established professionals, and the many enthusiasts who have a passion for wines and spirits.

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Official CMS Europe Hosting Partner

HCC-Africa is an official partner of the Court of Master Sommeliers (CMS), hosting its globally recognised certifications in the region. We provide rigorous, service-focused wine education that prepares candidates for success in the hospitality industry. We offer the Introductory Sommelier Course & Examination and the Certified Sommelier Certificate, led by Master Sommeliers. CMS qualifications are internationally respected benchmarks of professional wine and beverage service, designed for hospitality professionals aiming to elevate their skills and advance their careers in fine dining and beverage service.

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