The East African Community and TradeMark Africa introduced the EAC NTBs App, funded by the Netherlands, to tackle non-tariff barriers and enhance regional trade. The app facilitates easy reporting, monitoring, and resolution of cross-border trade issues, supporting producers and traders.
The Uganda Registration Services Bureau led by Mercy K. Kainobwisho, received the prestigious Best Government Agency award at the Private Sector Development Awards Gala organized by Private Sector Foundation Uganda.
The United Nations Development Programme and the Private Sector Foundation of Uganda have honoured 40 private sector companies with the Gender Equality Seal Awards for their outstanding progress in integrating gender equality into workplaces and business strategies.
The Private Sector Foundation Uganda (PSFU) has initiated a tree-planting drive, aiming to plant over one million trees by 2025 as part of their Corporate Social Responsibility. The announcement was made by PSFU’s chairman, Mr. Humphrey Nzeyi, at the 1st Private Sector Gala on December 6, 2023.
President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has met with investors from London-based company Strand Hanson Limited, expressing support for their proposal to mine lithium in Ntungamo district for local manufacturing of electric car batteries.
Vice-President Alupo directs the Gender Ministry to prioritize women entrepreneurs in GROW project implementation. The five-year project aims to support 60,000 female-led enterprises in Uganda.
President Museveni urges proactive court role in poverty alleviation during the East African Magistrates’ and Judges’ Conference. He emphasizes timely dispute resolution to support Parish Development Model.
Prime Minister, Hon. Robinah Nabbanja, addressed the Global e-Cooking Coalition at COP28 in Dubai, highlighting the urgent need to address the environmental and health impacts of traditional cooking methods. Pledges totalling at least US$30 million were announced, with the UK and Germany contributing significant amounts.
Uganda takes a significant step in achieving renewable energy targets by signing an MOU during COP28, agreeing to a 150MW solar energy plant with UAE’s Masdar as part of a broader 1GW collaboration. Prime Minister Robinah Nabbanja officiated, highlighting the initiative’s role in addressing electricity demand, accessibility, and job creation.
The government, through the Uganda Development Bank Ltd (UDB), has invested sh1.4 trillion in initiatives like the Parish Development Model and Emyooga to accelerate socio-economic development. The Uganda Development Corporation (UDC) aims to support the private sector, especially in industries like cotton, fruit processing, tea, sugar, and coffee.
