Surging coffee consumption in China is driving a sharp increase in Uganda’s coffee exports to the Asian market, Chinese officials have said. Fan Xuecheng, charge d’affaires ad interim of the Chinese Embassy in Uganda, told the meeting, which was also attended by a delegation of Chinese investors, that a growing number of Chinese companies operating…
Ugandan coffee exporters secured deals $ 3 million ( at the recently concluded China International Import Expo (CIIE) in Shanghai, the ministry of Agriculture has said. Uganda’s top coffee exporters, such as Meg Rai Coffee, Kwezi Coffee, Inspire Africa, and Elgon Coffee, showcased their products at the expo and held one-on-one meetings with Chinese buyers,…
Uganda’s economy demonstrated strong performance in May 2025, with significant growth in GDP, exports, and private sector activity, according to the State of the economy report for May. The report, compiled by the ministry of Finance and Economic Development, highlights a 6.3% real GDP growth for the fiscal year 2024/25, alongside improvements in trade balances…
At Bayaya we market premium-quality coffee, ensuring that farmers uphold standards and earn sustainable incomes to support lasting livelihoods. Growing up in the rich highlands of Sironko in Eastern Uganda, Meridah Nandudu watched as coffee fueled the livelihoods of her community. Yet, behind the rich aroma of freshly harvested beans lay a stark of reality—many…
In a cozy café nestled in Nairobi’s Karen district, chestnut-colored AA-grade Kenyan coffee beans are carefully ground, extracted, and brewed under the focused gaze of a local barista. The bitterness transforms into something wondrous, a bright acidity blossoms, reminiscent of ripe, juicy tropical fruits. The aroma quickly fills the room, invigorating the senses. Eastern Africa,…
A delegation of Chinese investors is touring Uganda to establish business ties with local coffee farmers, as demand for the cash crop surges in China’s growing market. After visiting various coffee farms as well as farmers’ cooperatives in the eastern and western parts of the East African country, the visiting Chinese delegation, alongside officials from…
It would not be a stretch to say that the coffee sector is the backbone of Uganda’s economy. It contributes significantly to foreign exchange earnings and supports millions of livelihoods. Last year, the country earned Shs 6 trillion from coffee exports. With more strategic investments, experts believe the country can even earn much more from…
Parliament has approved Shs 60 billion as part of a supplementary request to fund Inspire Africa, a coffee firm run by businessman, Nelson Tugume. Henry Musasizi, the minister of state for Finance (General Duties) told MPs the additional billions are for the completion of standards and certifications, working capital to purchase coffee from farmers, branding…
