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Uganda’s Coffee Crisis Deepens | Uganda News
Uganda’s coffee farmers in Buganda are reeling from a brutal dry spell that’s scorched crops and slashed prices, threatening their survival as coffee trees are their lifeline for food, school fees, and daily life. With coffee one of Uganda’s top exports—eight million bags worth over $2 billion last year—the national economy is feeling the strain as July shipments dropped 15%. Meteorologists blame prolonged heat, and farmers fear lost harvests and future income if they can’t recover. Officials scramble to find new markets, but right now, the human cost is undeniable. Listen in comfort:Get a…
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