UME is a leading merchant specializing in food, agriculture, metals, transportation, and risk management services in Africa. We buy physical commodities and transform them into customized, consumable products that meet the requirements of our customers.

Our diversified activities span the value chain. We originate, produce, process, refine, transport, merchandise, customize and distribute commodities across Africa.

UME firmly believes in a hands-on approach for all clients. This includes mandatory site visits during the evaluation process to gauge all aspects necessary for a functioning business operation. UME is positioned strongly across Africa with strategic producers, suppliers, manufactures, logistic companies and access to multiple commodity storage warehouses across Africa, providing physical on-the-ground security for trades. In addition to this hands-on investment approach, UME has over the years established strong partnerships with specialists in its countries of operation. These relationships foster continuous operationally-efficient projects.