Bean Prices Shifted Across East Africa in 2026
Data from the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa tracked fluctuating bean costs between July and August 2026.
Updated on Oct. 8, 2026 in Agriculture
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Bean prices across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda experienced varying shifts between July and August 2026. These figures were compiled in the August 2026 Food Security Monitor.
Why it matters
Understanding regional price variances is essential for evaluating food security and agricultural market stability across East Africa. Monitoring these costs helps identify supply and demand trends in essential commodity markets.
Ugandan bean prices climbed from $684 per metric ton in July to $846 in August, while Tanzanian prices moved from $728 to $756. Rwanda saw a smaller increase, ending August at $728 per metric ton compared to $708 in July.
The players
Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa
This organization works to transform agriculture into a highly productive and sustainable system for African farmers.
The details
Market data revealed that Kenya maintained steady prices of $1,185 for yellow beans and $954 for red beans during the two-month period. Uganda recorded the lowest price in the region in July at $684 per metric ton, while Rwanda held the lowest price in August at $728 per metric ton.
Timeline
July 2026: Bean prices were recorded across East African countries.
August 2026: Bean prices were recorded across East African countries.
Market Landscape
This report follows a pattern set by the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa's Food Security Monitor to track regional agricultural market fluctuations. Such periodic monitoring highlights the competitive environment and price discrepancies between neighboring nations.
Price fluctuations in staple crops like beans can directly affect household food budgets and the affordability of essential nutrients for consumers in the region. Tracking these trends provides shoppers with an indicator of when and where food costs may face upward pressure.
The takeaway
Agricultural price tracking remains a vital tool for assessing the economic health of regional commodity markets. Consumers and businesses should monitor these monthly fluctuations to better anticipate potential impacts on food accessibility and regional trade.
Further reading
Explore deeper insights into regional supply chain trends in the Agriculture section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by The Star.
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