Uganda's Sweet Tooth: A Look at the Sugar and Sugar Confectionery Sector
This analysis dives into Uganda's sugar and sugar confectionery imports, revealing some interesting trends. In 2022, Uganda imported a significant amount of sugar and confectionery products, totalling USD 88 million (UGX 337.9 billion). The surprising leader in this category is chewing gum imports, reaching a value of USD 16.3 million in 2022. This highlights the popularity of chewing gum among Ugandan consumers.
While chewing gum is the frontrunner, other notable imports include:
Cane/beet sugar
Sugar confectionaries
Glucose in solid form
Potential for Domestic Production
The high import figures suggest potential for growth in Uganda's domestic sugar and confectionery production. This could benefit the economy by creating jobs and reducing reliance on imports.