Volume sales of snacks are expected to continue on a growth path in 2023 with growth seen across all categories. The resumption of society and busy lifestyles is promoting snacking, although inflationary pressures are making consumers price conscious.
The Ministry of Health in Uganda is focusing on the rising incidence of non-communicable disease in the country and has advised consumers to reduce their sugar intake among other guidelines. No legislative measures have yet been put in place to restrict consumption of sugars and fats, for example, although it is expected that as cases rise and the burden on the state increases, some intervention from the ministry on labelling and sugar content is on the horizon.
Consumers in Uganda typically consume three main meals a day – breakfast, lunch and supper. Before and after the pandemic snacking is becoming more common, linked to rising disposable income levels and busier lifestyles, particularly in urban areas.
The most popular foods in Uganda are posho/kawunga (maize porridge), rice, matooke (plantains), potatoes, beans, peas, greens, cassava, red meat, chicken and fish. There are regional differences in diet.
The distribution of packaged food is widening, particularly in urban areas. Urban road infrastructure continues to see heavy investment, with new roads being constructed and old ones repaired.
Growth in retail volume sales of snacks will accelerate from 2023 onwards now that society has recovered from the effects of COVID-19 and associated government restrictions to halt its spread. The return to busy lifestyles will once again promote snacking habits among Ugandan consumers.
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