Uganda has overtaken Ethiopia to become Africa's leading coffee exporter, marking a significant milestone for the country's agriculture and export-oriented economy .
Uganda has overtaken Ethiopia to become Africa's leading coffee exporter, marking a significant milestone for the country's agriculture and export-oriented economy.
According to the latest export figures for May 2025, Uganda exported 47,606.7 tonnes of coffee – surpassing Ethiopia's 43,481 tonnes in the same month. This is equivalent to 793,445 bags of coffee exported, a 43.6% increase compared to May 2024.
Coffee revenue reached a record monthly of $243.9 million, contributing to an impressive $2.09 billion in earnings from June 2024 to May 2025, from 7.43 million bags exported during the 12-month period.
This historic increase is notably attributed to strategic government investments through programs that empower farmers, improve production methods, and expand added value.
While Uganda led in May, Ethiopia's broader fiscal year data (July 2024–May 2025) shows the country exported 354,302 tonnes and is still targeting $2 billion in annual profits by July 2025. A full-year comparison remains uncertain until Ethiopia's June–July 2025 data is released.
Uganda's performance in May 2025 signals not only a quantitative victory but also a significant shift in its leading position in the region's coffee market – built on targeted policies, innovation, and farmer-centric growth.
Source: https://baolangson.vn/cuoc-dua-quyet-liet-giua-nhung-cuong-quoc-caphe-o-chau-phi-5052292.html
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