Regional food security continues to be a priority concern for East African economic systems, with rice costs showing significant differences between nations throughout February and March 2026.
Information from the Alliance for a Green Revolution in Africa (AGRA) reveals a varied marketplace where Rwanda records the highest expenditures, while South Sudan represents the most budget-friendly option.
In Rwanda, shoppers encountered the greatest national average costs, which escalated from USD 1,279 per metric ton in February to USD 1,323 in March. This ascending pattern differs from Kenya, the area’s second-costliest marketplace. Kenyan expenditures experienced a slight reduction, falling from USD 1,264 to USD 1,254 per metric ton during the same timeframe.
Tanzania appeared as the model of marketplace steadiness, with rice prices remaining fixed at exactly USD 992 per metric ton for both months. This steadiness contrasts with the variations observed in Uganda, where expenditures declined considerably from USD 1,052 in February to USD 1,014 in March.
South Sudan continues to offer the most competitive pricing in the region, despite a substantial monthly increase. Expenditures there advanced from USD 637 to USD 685 per metric ton.
Throughout the alliance, the expense of this fundamental commoditymeasured per 1,000 kilogramsdemonstrates the intricate interaction of local supply networks and regional demand. By March 2026, the cost differential between the most costly and most affordable nations remains considerable, surpassing USD 600 per metric ton.