Uganda

In 2018, Uganda continued to demonstrate strong economic growth staying among the fastest-developing countries in Africa. The country’s public debt remains relatively low and inflows of foreign direct investment (FDI) are growing. Nevertheless, ...

Consumer income and spending are forecast to grow, thanks mainly to increasing earnings of the wealthiest. Rapid development in manufacturing will benefit incomes of the workforce based in urban areas, meanwhile, the rural population employed in the ...

A low unemployment rate, minor inflation and stable domestic consumption indicate a positive direction for economic development. However, new businesses face bureaucratic challenges when they start operating, also difficulties in getting electricity ...

Uganda households are big and numerous, but suffer from widespread poverty and low purchasing power. Further economic expansion and urbanisation is expected to increase levels of disposable income and transform the country from a low-income ...

Soft drinks witnessed strong growth in 2019 thanks to rising incomes and a trading up from unpackaged water and juice due to quality and health concerns. The poor quality of tap water is making bottled water a necessity, while carbonates are popular ...

This report analyses the market for hot drinks in Uganda. For the purposes of the study, the market has been defined as follows:...

This report analyses the market for packaged food in Uganda. For the purposes of the study, the market has been defined as follows:...

Rapid population expansion in Uganda up to 2030 will be predominantly due to strong positive natural change, encouraged by particularly high birth and fertility rates. Despite a slight rise in median age, low life expectancy and high birth rates mean...

The region has recovered from economic uncertainties. Over the forecast period, improved stability is expected to continue driving consumer spending. Store-based retailing maintained dominance. Nonetheless, online retail has been gaining importance, ...

This report analyses the market for consumer health in Uganda. For the purposes of the study, the market has been defined as follows:...

The report examines how the Shifting Market Frontiers megatrend has evolved over the last 12 months. It provides analysis on how shifting economic power, technology, and population changes are impacting core Shifting Market Frontier megatrends, and ...

This report analyses the market for tobacco in Uganda. For the purposes of the study, the market has been defined as follows:...

This report analyses the market for alcoholic drinks in Uganda. For the purposes of the study, the market has been defined as follows:...

This report analyses the market for beauty and personal care in Uganda. For the purposes of the study, the market has been defined as follows:...

This report analyses the market for tissue and hygiene in Uganda. For the purposes of the study, the market has been defined as follows:...

Growth of the global pharmaceuticals and medical equipment industry accelerated in 2018 on the back of strong performance of companies within Asia Pacific and Western Europe. Lucrative Asian markets, surging biologics production, and investment into ...

This report analyses the market for home care in Uganda. For the purposes of the study, the market has been defined as follows:...

This report analyses the market for retailing in Uganda. For the purposes of the study, the market has been defined as follows:...

Uganda’s economy will strengthen in 2019. Domestic demand should drive growth in 2019, supported by healthy private sector credit growth, rising infrastructure spending and continued FDI inflows. Risk factors include Uganda’s agricultural sector and ...

Uganda’s agriculture sector maintains a vital role in the economy and ensures food supply. The energy sector relies on hydropower, supported by hard fuels and biomass. Despite metal deposits, the mining sector is underperforming due to corruption ...