Uganda recorded its highest-ever monthly earnings from coffee exports in March 2025, raking in a staggering US$ 198.62 million from the export of 642,981 60-kilogram bags. This represents a 92.19% increase in volume and an unprecedented 202.52% rise in value compared to the same month last year, according to Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries (MAAIF).
Notably, Mt. Elgon A+ Arabica fetched the highest unit price at US$ 7.55 per kilo, showcasing Uganda’s capacity to deliver premium-grade coffee to global markets. Robusta’s top grade, Washed Robusta, was sold at US$ 5.65 per kilo.
Europe remained Uganda’s biggest coffee market with a 63% share, led by Italy (38.43%), followed by India (8.92%) and Germany (6.89%). Exports to Africa rose to 69,052 bags, with Sudan taking the lead among African importers.
Ugacof (U) Ltd maintained its lead among exporters with a 12.35% market share, while the top 10 exporters jointly accounted for 68% of the market, down from 71% in February, indicating growing competition.
Over the full coffee year (April 2024 to March 2025), Uganda exported 6.87 million bags valued at US$ 1.84 billion—a sharp increase from 5.99 million bags worth US$ 999.48 million the previous year.
With April 2025 projections set at 600,000 bags and global demand continuing to grow, Uganda’s coffee sector is poised for sustained profitability. The combination of high-quality output and strong international demand positions Uganda as a key player in the global coffee market.
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