Stakeholders in Uganda’s manufacturing sector have called for stronger collaboration, innovative financing solutions and increased investment in value addition to drive growth and improve the competitiveness of locally made products in regional markets. The call was made during Stanbic Bank Uganda’s inaugural Business Forum held in Kampala under the theme, “From Farm to Shelf: Financing…
The chairperson of the Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA), Aga Ssekalala Jr., has urged the government to address challenges hindering manufacturers’ access to markets, both locally and internationally. He made the plea at the official opening of the 31st Uganda International Trade Fair, held at Lugogo. He said the restrictive bilateral agreements limit market access for…
Preparations for the 2025 Uganda Manufacturers Association (UMA) Expo have been officially launched today with a call for local manufacturers to be innovative. The function was presided over by the minister for Science, Technology, and Innovation, Dr. Monica Musenero. The annual exhibition, which will take place from October 2 to October 12 is expected to…
On Kampala Road, next to Crane Chambers, stands the gleaming Church House, a 16-story building that serves as the headquarters for the Church of Uganda. This iconic structure, completed in recent years, nearly slipped from the church’s grasp due to a massive loan from Equity Bank Uganda. Back in 2010, under the leadership of then…
