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China’s decision to grant continent-wide access for African coffee exports could open a new chapter for Uganda’s most important agricultural export. For millions of farmers, traders, and workers whose livelihoods depend on coffee, the move offers more than access to a new market—it represents the possibility of higher demand, stronger incomes, and a chance to reduce reliance on traditional buyers in Europe.

Uganda is being urged to rethink how it budgets for climate change, as experts warn that weak local planning, underfunded systems, and growing climate shocks are putting communities at increasing risk.

In Uganda’s Nakaseke district, dairy farmer John Vian has discovered that the secret to survival isn’t selling raw milk but transforming it into yoghurt. With one 20-liter jerrycan, he can triple his earnings, extending shelf life, stabilizing income, and branding his product for supermarket shelves. His story highlights the promise—and challenges—of value addition in Uganda’s dairy sector.

Uganda is racing to comply with the European Union Deforestation Regulation (EUDR), which will ban coffee linked to deforestation from entering the EU market. With a December 2024 deadline, the country has launched a nationwide registration of coffee value chain actors to ensure traceability and meet environmental sustainability standards, crucial for maintaining its top export market.

ZURAH NAKABUGO KAMPALA –With a population of over 78 percent made up of individuals below the age of 30, Uganda…