Public transit buses imports in Uganda: data, top suppliers and prices
In 2024, Uganda imported public transit buses worth $32.7 million (6.0 thousand tonnes). That is 4% more than in 2023. Over 2017-2024 the trade grew strongly, by about 30% a year on average.
Public statistics, latest complete year (2024). Values in US dollars. Page updated .
Imports by year, 2017-2024
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Year by year
| Year | Value | Quantity |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $32.7M | 6.0K t |
| 2023 | $31.4M | 4.9K t |
| 2022 | $21.2M | 3.5K t |
| 2021 | $20.3M | 3.8K t |
| 2020 | $18.6M | 3.7K t |
| 2019 | $29.8M | 5.2K t |
| 2018 | $25.4M | 6.4K t |
| 2017 | $5.2M | 514 t |
Where Uganda imports public transit buses from
Japan alone supplied 56% of it. Among the main suppliers, India grew fastest (+192% on the year before).
| Supplier country | Value | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Japan | $18.3M | 56% |
| Kenya | $7.3M | 22% |
| China | $2.9M | 8.9% |
| India | $2.5M | 7.7% |
| Tanzania | $710K | 2.2% |
| Thailand | $428K | 1.3% |
| South Africa | $365K | 1.1% |
| South Korea | $96K | 0.3% |
| Hong Kong | $54K | 0.2% |
| United Arab Emirates | $45K | 0.1% |
Product types under HS 8702
| 8702.10 | Diesel buses | 97% |
| 8702.90 | Buses (other power types) | 1.9% |
| 8702.20 | Hybrid diesel-electric buses | 0.6% |
| 8702.40 | Electric buses | 0.3% |
| 8702.30 | Hybrid diesel-electric buses (used) | 0.1% |
Codes and full descriptions: HS heading 8702.
Average import price per kg
The average declared value was about $5.44 per kg, 54% below the world average of $11.87, which often means bulk or lower-grade product.
Declared value divided by weight, all 2024 shipments. Prices per shipment and per company are in EximDataX.
Public transit buses exports from Uganda
Uganda exported $862 thousand of public transit buses in 2024 (191 tonnes). One buyer market dominates: DR Congo accounted for 55% of the value. Among the main buyer markets, Tanzania grew fastest (+191% on the year before).
Who is behind these numbers in Uganda?
The shipment records behind Uganda public transit buses imports (HS 8702): 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 8702: Vehicles; public transport passenger type.
Common questions
What is the value of public transit buses imported by Uganda?
Uganda imported public transit buses worth $32.7 million in 2024, the latest year with complete public data, about 6.0 thousand tonnes. That ranks it 92nd of 210 countries worldwide, with 0% of world imports. The value was up 4% on 2023.
Which countries supply public transit buses to Uganda?
Japan was the largest supplier with 56% of the value ($18.3 million), followed by Kenya (22%) and China (9%). The top three together account for 87%, out of 16 supplier countries in total. Thailand grew fastest among the top ten, up 203% on the year.
What is the average import price of public transit buses per kg?
The average declared import value was about $5.44 per kg in 2024, 54% below the world average of $11.87 per kg. The figure blends every grade shipped, so it works as a reference point rather than a quote.
How have imports of public transit buses to Uganda changed since 2017?
Imports went from $5.2 million in 2017 to $32.7 million in 2024, an increase of 530%. 2024 was the highest year in the period. Over 8 years the average was $23.1 million a year.
Does Uganda also export public transit buses?
Yes. Uganda exported $862 thousand worth of this product in 2024, mainly to the DR Congo, South Sudan and Tanzania. On balance Uganda is a net importer of this product, by about $31.9 million a year.
What is the HS code for public transit buses?
The HS code for public transit buses is heading 8702. In Uganda the largest six-digit codes were 8702.10 (97% of the value) and 8702.90 (2%).
How can I find the companies behind this trade?
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