Beer exports from Kenya: data, top buyers and prices
Exports of beer by Kenya reached $19.9 million in 2024 (17.2 thousand tonnes). That is 25% less than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 65% a year on average. The peak in this period was 2023, at $26.6 million.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Exports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $19.9M | 17.2K t |
| 2023 | $26.6M | 24.3K t |
| 2022 | $23.8M | 24.9K t |
| 2021 | $17.9M | 22.3K t |
| 2020 | $15.0M | 24.9K t |
| 2019 | $16.6M | 24.7K t |
| 2018 | $5.2M | 16.3K t |
| 2017 | $600K | 280 t |
Where Kenya exports beer to
One buyer market dominates: South Sudan accounted for 80% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Rwanda grew fastest (+32% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Sudan | $15.8M | 80% |
| Rwanda | $1.7M | 8.5% |
| Uganda | $532K | 2.7% |
| Sudan | $409K | 2.1% |
| United Kingdom | $322K | 1.6% |
| Somalia | $295K | 1.5% |
| Burundi | $266K | 1.3% |
| DR Congo | $163K | 0.8% |
| United States | $52K | 0.3% |
| Australia | $42K | 0.2% |
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $1.15 per kg, close to the world average of $1.14.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Beer imports to Kenya
Kenya imported $8.6 million of beer in 2024 (7.3 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Netherlands accounted for 54% of the value. Among the main suppliers, Spain grew fastest (+54% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Netherlands | $4.7M | 54% |
| Denmark | $1.3M | 16% |
| China | $506K | 5.9% |
| Spain | $466K | 5.4% |
| Belgium | $272K | 3.2% |
| Hong Kong | $227K | 2.7% |
| United Arab Emirates | $220K | 2.6% |
| Indonesia | $171K | 2% |
| Namibia | $141K | 1.6% |
| Lithuania | $104K | 1.2% |
Who is behind these numbers in Kenya?
The shipment records behind Kenya beer exports (HS 2203): companies, dates, quantities and declared values.
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Source: CEPII BACI (reconciled UN Comtrade data), HS 2017 edition, release 202601, Etalab Open Licence 2.0. Annual values in US dollars at the customs border; quantities in tonnes where reported. HS 2203: Beer made from malt.
Common questions
What is the value of beer exported by Kenya?
Kenya exported beer worth $19.9 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 17.2 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 49th of 182 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was down 25% on 2023.
Which countries buy beer from Kenya?
South Sudan was the largest buyer with 80% of the value ($15.8 million), followed by Rwanda (8%) and Uganda (3%). The top three together account for 91%, out of 44 buyer countries in total. The DR Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 875% on the year.
What is the average export price of beer per kg?
The average declared export value was about $1.15 per kg in 2024, close to the world average of $1.14 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of beer from Kenya changed since 2017?
Exports went from $600 thousand in 2017 to $19.9 million in 2024. The peak was 2023 at $26.6 million. Over 8 years the average was $15.7 million a year.
Does Kenya also import beer?
Yes. Kenya imported $8.6 million worth of this product in 2024, mainly from the Netherlands, Denmark and China. On balance Kenya is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for beer?
The HS code for beer is heading 2203. In Kenya all of this trade was declared under the six-digit code 2203.00. It sits in HS chapter 22 (beverages, spirits and vinegar). The full list of codes and descriptions is on the HS 2203 page.
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
The totals here are public statistics; the company-level detail sits in EximDataX, which has a direct customs feed for Kenya. Tell us your product to see it live.
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