Uganda Export Earnings Double to $1.5 Billion in October

Uganda recorded a massive spike in trade performance this October, with export revenues nearly doubling year-on-year to hit $1.5 billion.

According to official data, the surge was fueled by a powerful combination of high global demand and increased volumes for the nation’s top commodities.

Gold Rush Drives Growth

While agriculture remains vital, the mineral sector provided the bulk of the monthly jump. Earnings from gold shipments skyrocketed, more than tripling compared to the same period last year.

Driven by buoyant global prices and a significant increase in export volumes, the precious metal brought in approximately $965 million in October alone, cementing its status as a critical revenue generator for the economy.

Coffee Revenue Hits Records

Coffee, long considered the backbone of Uganda’s foreign exchange, also delivered stellar results. Benefiting from elevated prices on the world market, the commodity saw volumes climb sharply.

Data indicates that Uganda—ranked as Africa’s top coffee exporter for 2025 accumulated a record-breaking $2.4 billion in coffee receipts over the year leading up to October. Europe continues to serve as the principal destination for these beans.

Economic Impact

The dual success of the mining and agricultural sectors has provided a timely buffer for the wider economy.

This influx of external earnings is helping to bolster the country’s foreign exchange reserves and offering crucial support to the Ugandan shilling against broader economic pressures.

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