Uganda emerges as Africa's top coffee exporter
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KAMPALA:Uganda has overtaken Ethiopia to become Africa s leading coffee exporter, according to a report released Tuesday. In a statement issued in...
KAMPALA: Uganda has overtaken Ethiopia to become Africa's leading coffee exporter, according to a report released Tuesday.
In a statement issued in the capital, Kampala, Uganda's Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries said the country exported 793,445 60-kg bags of coffee in May, earning 243 million U.S. dollars.
"Uganda's coffee industry has reached a historic milestone. In May 2025, Uganda emerged as Africa's leading coffee exporter, delivering a record 47,606.7 tons and surpassing Ethiopia's previous achievements," the ministry said.
"In May 2025, Uganda's volume exceeded Ethiopia's 43,481.02 tons, signifying a decisive shift in the continent's coffee trade dynamics," it added.
The ministry attributed the sector's exceptional growth to improved quality standards and strong government support.
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