A new study on alternatives to the oil and gas development shows Uganda’s coffee sector could generate $3b (Shs10 trillion) annually by 2030, surpassing projected oil revenues of $1.5b and $2b (Shs5.4–7.4 trillion).
While oil remains central to Uganda’s development plans, experts argue coffee offers more sustainable, immediate benefits, especially amid global energy shifts. The report urges better support for smallholder farmers, improved infrastructure, and lessons from Ghana and Senegal in value addition and climate-smart agriculture.
It also criticizes Uganda’s inconsistent policies, such as dismantling the coffee authority, which could hinder progress. The study calls for balanced investment in both sectors to ensure broad, inclusive growth.
