In March, Uganda's coffee exports increased modestly to 671,152 60-kilogram bags, valued at $173.4 million, according to the Ministry of Agriculture, Animal Industry and Fisheries. However, weaker international prices led to a 13.6 percent decline in earnings compared to the previous year. The average export price fell to $4.31 per kilogram, down from $4.63 in February and $5.14 in March of the previous year.

Recent figures from the Uganda Bureau of Statistics (UBOS) indicate that Uganda's agriculture sector is experiencing significant growth, primarily driven by a surge in coffee exports, which have reached record levels and generated billions of dollars. This trend highlights the importance of coffee in the country's export performance, suggesting a reliance on this single crop for agricultural success.

President William Ruto has announced a government initiative to increase coffee farmers' earnings from Sh158 per kilogramme to between Sh250 and Sh300 in the coming years. This plan is part of a broader strategy to revitalize Kenya's coffee sector. During the launch of a coffee revival program in Kianyaga, Kirinyaga County, Ruto noted that while progress has been made in improving farmers' returns, additional measures are necessary to ensure profitability in coffee farming.

Uganda's inflation increased to 3 percent in April, up from 2.8 percent in March, primarily due to rising energy and transport costs, according to data from the Uganda Bureau of Statistics. Monthly prices rose by 0.6 percent, marking the fastest increase since February 2025, while food and core components showed contained price pressures.

Uganda's annual inflation rate increased to 3.2 percent in May from 3 percent in April, primarily due to rising fuel and transport costs associated with higher global oil prices. This trend has raised concerns at the Bank of Uganda regarding external inflation pressures, while food prices have remained relatively stable. The Uganda Bureau of Statistics reported a monthly consumer price rise of 0.7 percent.

Coffee farmers in Tooro, Uganda, have established the Tooro Coffee Cooperative Union to enhance their bargaining power, improve market access, and increase their incomes from coffee farming. This decision was made during a meeting at Kalya Courts Hotel in Fort Portal City, which included various coffee farmers.