Rwanda exported 8,113 tons of agricultural and livestock products over a five-day period, earning more than 16.7 billion Rwandan francs (approximately 11.5 million U.S. dollars), the Rwanda National Agricultural Export Development Board (NAEB) announced Wednesday.
The report, covering the period from December 29, 2025, to January 2, 2026, highlights coffee and tea as the top earners. During this period, 846 tons of coffee were shipped abroad, generating 5.15 million U.S. dollars, while 647 tons of tea brought in 1.85 million U.S. dollars. Wheat exports totaled 413 tons, earning 350,657 U.S. dollars.
“These exports reflect Rwanda’s continued commitment to strengthening its agricultural sector and expanding access to global markets,” NAEB said.
Products were exported to multiple countries, including East African neighbors, France, the United Kingdom, the United Arab Emirates, Germany, and the Netherlands.
Fruit exports also contributed significantly, with 492 tons shipped to regional countries, the United States, the UAE, and Vietnam, earning 600,024 U.S. dollars. Additionally, 16 tons of flowers were exported to the United Kingdom and the Netherlands, generating 91,134 U.S. dollars.
Other crops, including cereals, legumes, and sweet potatoes, totaled 5,541 tons and brought in 3.23 million U.S. dollars, shipped to regional countries, the United States, and Oman.
Livestock exports were also highlighted, with 158 tons of meat and other animal products exported to regional and African markets, generating 233,803 U.S. dollars.
NAEB officials said the figures underscore Rwanda’s growing capacity to produce high-quality agricultural and livestock products for international markets while supporting rural incomes and national economic growth.
The report comes as Rwanda continues to invest heavily in expanding its agricultural exports, focusing on diversifying products, improving production standards, strengthening supply chains, and promoting value addition to maximize economic impact. Officials say such efforts are key to positioning Rwanda as a competitive player in the global agricultural market.
