Uganda’s Gold Exports Jump to $5.8bn

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Uganda exported 76% more gold in 2025, earning $5.8 billion and surpassing coffee as the country’s top export. Record global gold prices and new dealers entering the market drove the increase. Uganda also acted as a regional hub for bullion from neighboring countries. Policy changes, such as removing export levies and opening the first large-scale gold mine, further boosted exports and foreign exchange earnings.