Staple Foods

In 2023, Tanzanian consumers grapple with soaring food prices, particularly for staples like bread, driven by global wheat price hikes and local production challenges due to prolonged droughts. The government supports local brands, raising custom…

In 2023, Uganda's staple food landscape has witnessed shifts as consumers favour smaller pack sizes, aligning with cost-conscious preferences. Retailers respond by importing compact versions of multinational brands, catering to the demand for…

The worst drought in 40 years pushed local food prices up while Russia’s war in Ukraine has led to further price pressures. To curb inflation, interest rates were raised and the currency depreciated making imports more expensive. Despite this, demand…

In 2023, the COVID-19 pandemic is no longer a strong factor in the performance of staples foods, with the category now being impacted by global inflation. However, as Angola is a country that benefits from exports, the country is benefiting from…

The Tunisian economy continue to struggle and its agricultural sector is particular in negatively impacted by drought. Inflation still remains high, especially for food, and this is reflected in a muted performance for staple foods, with minimal…