Live sheep and goats exports from Uganda: data, top buyers and prices
In 2024, Uganda exported live sheep and goats worth $4.7 million (682 tonnes). That is 95% more than in 2023. Over 2018-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 189% 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 | $4.7M | 682 t |
| 2023 | $2.4M | 1.2K t |
| 2022 | $2.4M | 1.6K t |
| 2021 | $1.0M | 629 t |
| 2020 | $336K | 249 t |
| 2019 | $7K | 9 t |
| 2018 | $8K | 4 t |
Where Uganda exports live sheep and goats to
Most of it went to DR Congo (37%), South Sudan (33%), Kenya (27%). Among the main buyer markets, Burundi grew fastest, more than tenfold on the year before.
| Destination | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| DR Congo | $1.7M | 37% |
| South Sudan | $1.5M | 33% |
| Kenya | $1.3M | 27% |
| Burundi | $90K | 1.9% |
| Rwanda | $42K | 0.9% |
| Central African Republic | $8K | 0.2% |
Product types under HS 0104
| 0104.20 | Live goats | 81% |
| 0104.10 | Sheep: live | 20% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 0104.
Average export price per kg
The average declared value was about $6.88 per kg, 63% above the world average of $4.23. This usually points to higher-grade or processed goods.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Live sheep and goats imports to Uganda
In 2024, Uganda imported live sheep and goats worth $350 thousand (31 tonnes). South Africa alone supplied 92% of it. Among the main suppliers, South Africa grew fastest (+31% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| South Africa | $322K | 92% |
| Kenya | $25K | 7.1% |
| South Sudan | $4K | 1% |
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda live sheep and goats exports (HS 0104): 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 0104: Sheep and goats; live.
Common questions
What is the value of live sheep and goats exported by Uganda?
Uganda exported live sheep and goats worth $4.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 682 tonnes. That ranks it 30th of 89 countries worldwide, with 0% of world exports. The value was up 95% on 2023.
Which countries buy live sheep and goats from Uganda?
The DR Congo was the largest buyer with 37% of the value ($1.7 million), followed by South Sudan (33%) and Kenya (27%). The top three together account for 97%, out of 6 buyer countries in total. Rwanda grew fastest among the top ten, up 580% on the year.
What is the average export price of live sheep and goats per kg?
The average declared export value was about $6.88 per kg in 2024, 63% above the world average of $4.23 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have exports of live sheep and goats from Uganda changed since 2017?
Exports went from $8 thousand in 2018 to $4.7 million in 2024. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 7 years the average was $1.6 million a year.
Does Uganda also import live sheep and goats?
Yes. Uganda imported $350 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly from South Africa, Kenya and South Sudan. On balance Uganda is a net exporter of this product, by about $4.3 million a year.
What is the HS code for live sheep and goats?
The HS code for live sheep and goats is heading 0104. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 0104.20 (80% of the value) and 0104.10 (20%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
EximDataX has a direct customs feed for Uganda, so the importers and exporters behind these totals are visible by name, shipment by shipment. Ask for a live look at your product.
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