National average price spreads for rice across select East African countries

Kenya recorded the region’s highest rice price at USD 1,265/MT, a 0.3% uptick, driven by strong domestic demand and supply constraints.

Tanzania saw a 1.3% increase due to currency appreciation.

In contrast, South Sudan and Rwanda continued to experience downward pressure on rice prices, with the former recording a 2.1% month-on-month decline, with prices falling to USD 619/MT, while the latter saw a 1.4% decrease to USD 1,040/MT.

Despite the declines, Rwanda’s prices remain among the highest in the region, while South Sudan’s are comparatively lower, indicating varied market conditions across countries.