Uganda has officially become Africa’s top coffee exporter, surpassing Ethiopia with a record 47,606.7 tonnes exported in May 2025, according to the latest industry data shared at the World of Coffee Geneva 2025 event.
The country exported 793,445 60kg bags in May alone, up from 552,569 bags in May 2024 marking a 43.59% year-on-year increase. The monthly exports earned USD 243.9 million, contributing to a cumulative annual total of over USD 2 billion.
Between June 2024 and May 2025, Uganda exported 7.43 million bags, up from 6.08 million the previous year, generating USD 2.09 billion in revenue.
Italy led the list of buyers, accounting for 39% of Uganda’s coffee exports, with Europe overall taking 67%, followed by Africa (18%) and Asia (13%).
Uganda’s performance edged out Ethiopia’s 43,481.02 tonnes for the same month, marking a pivotal moment in the continent’s coffee trade.
Officials attribute the growth to improved quality standards and strong backing from the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries.
