9th Annual Uganda-Uk Investment Convention in London

Capturing unravelling investment and market opportunities to fuel growth.

Looking to invest in one of the fastest and largest African economies to enhance growth and return? Uganda has undergone major economic transformation and is an attractive market for global investors and businesses. In fact, Uganda emerged in the IMF top 10 fastest growing economies for 2019 and exciting emerging markets which to invest in. With a population of about 38 million people, GDP Growth of 5.8%, coupled with Pivotal Regional Trade partnerships: East African Community (5 member states), Great Lakes (4 member states), COMESA (19 member states) – exporters have access to this critical market of 489 million, Uganda is a market not to be overlooked.

The Convention will provide British businesses and international investors, investment firms, companies, entrepreneurs, business leaders, policy makers, Diasporans and financial professionals the opportunities to access high quality investment insights, share market data and analytics, learn current development projects, tenders and opportunities for investment. Furthermore, will provide a robust networking platforms and opportunities for companies to exhibit their solutions to potential consumers.

The Forum will also:  

• Provide a platform for a public and private sector dialogue among U.K. and Ugandan government officials and private sector leaders
• Expand opportunities for partnerships between businesses from the United Kingdom and Uganda through meeting facilitation
• Create an avenue for U.K. and Ugandan businesses to engage on and support the implementation of the Customs Union – UK Trade (Goods Only) agreement with Uganda 2004.

Panels and sessions will address:

• Uganda potential: An evaluation of the market and economic robustness.
• Economic reforms and privatisation agenda and progress.
• Where to invest: Priority areas of industrial investment and opportunities.
• Investment opportunities in agriculture, manufacturing, FMCG, infrastructure, real estate, technology, tourism and hospitality sectors.
• Closing energy gaps: Opportunities in renewable energy, Oil and Gas sectors.
• Investing in the financial sector.
• In-depth evaluation of local content laws and business climate.
• Investment Incentives and Guarantees for foreign companies.
• Harnessing industry-led investment in key sectors.
• Principal laws and fiscal policies regulating foreign investments.
• Practical investment strategies and leading management practices
• Harnessing responsible and impact investment.
• Doing business in Uganda: Navigating market challenges and risks.
• Capital projects management and financial appraisal.
• Deal origination and closure.
• Latest divestments, M&A deals and JVs.
• Upcoming tenders and licensing rounds.

10 Reasons why you should invest in Uganda?

1. Abundant Resources: Uganda has enormous and under tapped resources.
2. Large Market: With a population of about 38 million people, GDP Growth of 5.8%, coupled with Pivotal Regional Trade partnerships: East African Community (5 member states), Great Lakes (4 member states), COMESA (19 member states) – exporters have access to this critical market of 489 million.
3. Political Stability: Uganda offers stable social and political environment.
4. Free Market Economy: The Government has created a favourable climate for business and industrial ventures. Administrative and bureaucratic procedures have been greatly streamlined. The Government has put in place policies and programmes that guarantee a free market economy.
5. One stop centre: The government of Uganda has created a One Stop Centre (OSC) for business registration and licensing at under one office. The OSC also assists in tax advice and registration, immigration and work permit issues, land acquisition and verification, as well as environmental compliance and approvals. 
6. Robust Private Sector: The country has a dynamic private sector, which has assured greater responsibilities under the new economic environment.
7. Free Flow of Investment: Exchange control regulations have been liberalized to ensure free flow of international finance. There is now unrestricted movement of investment capital.
8. Attractive Incentives: A comprehensive package of incentives has been put in place to attract investment.
9. Fast Growing Financial Sector: There is well-developed banking and financial sector.
10. Skilled and Low Cost Labour: There is an abundance of skilled labour at an economic cost, resulting in production costs, which are among the lowest in Africa.
11. Infrastructure: Rapid development of physical and industrial infrastructure, in terms of transportation, communications, electricity and water supply.
12. Abundant resources such as fertile agriculture land and 6.5 Billion barrels of oil reserves and o a record of strong economic growth averaging six percent per year over the past decade due to the GOU’s investments in power generation and road infrastructure.