Bananas exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
Uganda exported $11.5 million of bananas in 2024 (15.0 thousand tonnes). Value rose 63% on 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 15% a year on average.
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 | $11.5M | 15.0K t |
| 2023 | $7.1M | 10.2K t |
| 2022 | $11.1M | 10.4K t |
| 2021 | $8.5M | 10.6K t |
| 2020 | $6.5M | 7.9K t |
| 2019 | $7.0M | 7.0K t |
| 2018 | $5.1M | 4.4K t |
| 2017 | $4.4M | 2.1K t |
Where Uganda exports bananas to
The largest buyer markets were United Kingdom (28%), United States (18%), Kenya (10%). Among the main buyer markets, DR Congo grew fastest (+497% on the year before).
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | $3.2M | 28% |
| United States | $2.0M | 18% |
| Kenya | $1.2M | 10% |
| DR Congo | $936K | 8.1% |
| Germany | $699K | 6.1% |
| South Sudan | $604K | 5.2% |
| Canada | $567K | 4.9% |
| Belgium | $442K | 3.8% |
| Switzerland | $242K | 2.1% |
| Netherlands | $234K | 2% |
Product types under HS 0803
| 0803.10 | Plantains | 60% |
| 0803.90 | Fruit, edible: bananas, other than plantains, fresh or dried | 40% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0803.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $0.77 per kg, close to the world average of $0.65.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Bananas imports to Uganda
In 2024, Uganda imported bananas worth $566 thousand (6.3 thousand tonnes). One supplier dominates: Tanzania accounted for 52% of the value. Among the main suppliers, DR Congo grew fastest (+825% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Tanzania | $297K | 53% |
| DR Congo | $269K | 48% |
| India | $0K | 0% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda bananas exports (HS 0803): 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 0803: Bananas, including plantains; fresh or dried.
Common questions
What is the value of bananas exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported bananas worth $11.5 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 15.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 50th of 153 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 63% on 2023.
Which countries buy bananas from Uganda?
The United Kingdom was the largest buyer with 28% of the value ($3.2 million), followed by the United States (18%) and Kenya (10%). The top three together account for 55%, out of 41 buyer countries in total. The DR Congo grew fastest among the top ten, up 497% on the year.
What is the average export price of bananas per kg?
The average declared export value was about $0.77 per kg in 2024, 18% above the world average of $0.65 per kg. Declared value divided by weight mixes every grade, so read it as a benchmark rather than a quote.
How have exports of bananas from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $4.4 million in 2017 to $11.5 million in 2024, an increase of 163%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $7.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also import bananas?
Yes. Uganda imported $566 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from Tanzania, the DR Congo and India. On balance Uganda is a net exporter of this product, by about $11.0 million a year.
What is the HS code for bananas?
The HS code for bananas is heading 0803. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 0803.10 (60% of the value) and 0803.90 (40%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
Shipment-level records for Uganda reach EximDataX from a direct customs feed, with company names, dates and declared values. We can show them for your product on a short call.
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