Key Market Indicators
Ugandan candy exports are projected to hit 1.24 million kilograms by 2026, up 2.4% annually from 1.08 million kilograms in 2021. This is an increase of 9.5% since 1999. In 2021, Uganda ranked 77th, with Chile ahead at 1.08 million kilograms. China, Mexico, and Belgium were the next three highest-ranked countries. Ugandan candy imports are expected to reach 6.25 million kilograms by 2026, up an average of 1.5% per year from 5.73 million kilograms in 2021. Since 1999, demand for imports has decreased by 1.7% annually. In 2021, Uganda ranked 81st, with Botswana ahead at 5.73 million kilograms. The UK, Germany, and the Netherlands followed in the rankings.
