Joshua Potere Mushwa

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It's nearly a week since we witnessed the official commissioning of the National IP Peering Exchange (NIPX). 🎉 Launched by @NITAUganda1 under the Uganda Digital Acceleration Project (UDAP-GovNet), in partnership with @MoICT_Ug the NIPX is our nation’s first neutral and open Internet Exchange Point. We are excited to bring you the highlights of the launch event held at Speke Resort Munyonyo. @NITAUgandaED @MoICT_Ug @GCIC_Tech @natkundasandra #NITAU #NIPX

Asphalt laying & compaction in full swing at Kampala Industrial & Business Park (KIBP) - Namanve turning corridors into durable, high capacity roads that keep factories connected & production moving without interruption. #InvestInUganda

A gathering of key leaders. We are joined by heads of @UCC_Official, @URSB_Uganda, @URAuganda, and @ugandainvest at the Uganda Media Center for the landmark #POSTCOM launch. Collaboration is driving the future of service delivery in Uganda. #POSTCOMUG #PostaUganda #GoldenPosts

Ground taking shape at Kampala Industrial & Business Park (KIBP) – Namanve. Heavy earthworks & precision grading are carving out road corridors, streamlining drainage & laying the backbone for infrastructure built to keep industry flowing, rain or shine. #InvestInUganda

Installation of the weigh bridges within Kampala Industrial & Business Park (KIBP) - Namanve is underway, an essential step in streamlining cargo handling, ensuring compliance & improving efficiency for industries operating within the park. #InvestInUganda

IMF Projections 2026: Angola🇦🇴:2.3% Benin🇧🇯:7.0% Côte d'Ivoire🇨🇮:6.2% DR Congo🇨🇩:5.9% Ethiopia🇪🇹:9.2% Ghana🇬🇭:4.8% Kenya🇰🇪:4.5% Nigeria🇳🇬:4.1% Senegal🇸🇳:2.2% South Africa🇿🇦:1.0% Tanzania🇹🇿:5.9% Uganda🇺🇬:7.5% Zambia🇿🇲:4.3% Zimbabwe🇿🇼:5.0% imf.org/en/publication…

KENYA, RWANDA AND UGANDA FINANCE MINISTERS AGREE TO PRIORITISE SGR FINANCING: The Finance Ministers of the East African Partner States of Kenya, Rwanda and Uganda have met in Washington D.C. on the sidelines of the on-going IMF and World Bank 2026 Spring Meetings to discuss the progress of the standard gauge railway (SGR) project.  The meeting was attended by Hon. John Mbadi the Cabinet Secretary for the National Treasury and Economic Planning of Kenya, Hon.Yusuf Murangwa, Minister of Finance and Economic Planning, Rwanda and Hon. Henry Musasizi, the Minister of State for Finance in charge of General Duties, Uganda.  Also, present were Uganda’s Attorney General, Kiryowa Kiwanuka, Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi, Permanent Secretary, National Treasury of Kenya Dr. Chris Kiptoo and the Head of Development Finance, Ministry of Finance and Economic Development, Rwanda, Gerald Mugabe among other senior government officials of the three partner states.  Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary, Mbadi said his country is committed and is leading in the completion and connection of the standard gauge railway (SGR) to the Malaba border with Uganda. He said there is need for closer cooperation among the partner states to ensure the viability of the project. On behalf of Rwanda, Murangwa said his country is ready and committed to pick up the SGR from the border with Uganda, adding that the SGR project is an opportunity to connect the region and Africa, to reap the benefits of interconnectivity in terms of trade and investment. He applauded Kenya and Uganda for taking lead, adding that Rwanda has an idea of what to expect when time comes to implement the SGR project. On behalf of Uganda, Hon. Musasizi expressed the commitment for Uganda to the SGR project, adding that project implementation has started to connect from Malaba to Kampala. “The viability of this SGR depends on all of us committing to do the project,” said Musasizi, adding that Uganda is also committed to extending the SGR to the borders of Rwanda and Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The Permanent Secretary and Secretary to the Treasury, Uganda Dr. Ramathan Ggoobi said Uganda has already contracted the construction of the 270km SGR line from Malaba to Kampala, adding that Uganda has also contracted Citibank to be the lead arranger and coordinator of the required financing. Ggoobi said progress has been made in acquiring the right of way, adding that Uganda is also in talks with the World Bank to support the project. Earlier, the Uganda delegation held talks with the World Bank team led by the Division Director for Kenya, Rwanda, Somalia and Uganda, Qimiao Fan, on financing the standard gauge railway. Ggoobi said SGR is a key project for Uganda which will ease regional connectivity, reduce cargo transport costs and enhance trade competitiveness. The World Bank Division Director said the Bank is ready to support Uganda on this project and will consider the possible opportunities for financing of the project. Uganda delegation led by the Minister of State for General Duties, Henry Musasizi also met the officials from Citibank led by Richard Hodder, the Managing Director and Global Head Export and Agency Finance to discuss progress made in mobilising the required financing for the SGR project.

UGANDA DELEGATION MEETS WORLD BANK VICE PRESIDENT FOR AFRICA: The Uganda delegation at the IMF/WB Spring Meetings 2026 in Washington D.C. has met with the World Bank Vice-President for Africa region Mr. Ndiame Diop to discuss developments in Uganda’s economy and the performance the World Bank portfolio in Uganda. The Minister of State for Finance in charge of General Duties @henrymusasizi1 said Uganda’s economy has continued to expand despite the challenging global environment, adding that current GDP stands at 6.3, with a projected growth of between 6.5% and 7% by end of this financial year and double digit over the medium term. “This growth trajectory is well aligned to our ambition to grow the economy tenfold by 2040,” said the Minister. He said World Bank portfolio has grown from USD 3.9 billion as of March 2025 to USD 4.74 Billion now with 18 projects/programs. “We thank the Bank for the approval of the Uganda Cities and Municipal Infrastructure program and additional financing to the Integrated Water Management Development Project. We look forward to the approval of Uganda Tanzania Transmission Line project and additional financing to the Lot 1 of the North Eastern Road Asset Management Project,” said Musasizi. He also said government seeks the Bank’s support in financing using a programmatic approach, the growth drivers of our tenfold strategy including: the Standard Gauge Railway, Hydro power generation, Urban Infrastructure, drainage and waste management, transmission line and substations in mainly Industrial parks and private sector support especially access to credit in addition to Development Policy Operations. The Banks' Vice- President lauded Uganda for the macroeconomic stability but urged Uganda to translate growth of the economy into good jobs and poverty reduction. He also commended Uganda for her solidarity with refugees, adding that the Bank is ready to develop a programme to support Uganda in hosting the refugees. Mr. Diop also called for efficiency in the implementation of projects and improvement in the disbursement of funds. The delegation also had a session with the World Bank on INVITE-Export guarantee scheme & the recommendations are that INVITE should be restructured to meet the expectations of the beneficiaries. Another session was held on the energy sector in Uganda to agree on the key reforms that must be implemented to improve the performance of the energy sector. In a separate meeting, Uganda’s delegation met with Japan International Cooperation Agency officials Yushi Nagano, the Head of Africa Investment and Shinohara Shunei, the Africa Department Senior Deputy Director General to discuss the financing of projects in Uganda. The key projects are the Kampala Flyover project and the Kampala Metropolitan Transmission system already in advanced stages of completion.

UGANDA-UNITED STATES INVESTMENT FORUM: The Uganda-United States Investment Forum happening now at Ritz-Carlton Hotel,Washington D.C. The Forum was opened this morning by the Minister of State for General Duties @henrymusasizi1 "It is a pleasure to be here to discuss business, investment and opportunities that would make all of us more prosperous," said the Minister. He said Uganda has a bold national goal: to grow the economy tenfold by 2040 and reach a GDP of $500 billion. "We want partners in investment, trade, tourism, and technological upgrading to achieve this strategic goal," he said. The Minister said Uganda has inexhaustible opportunities in Agro-industrialisation, Tourism, minerals and the entire extractive sector, Science & Technology; and in infrastructure development. The PSST @rggoobi presented to the investors reasons why Uganda is the best investment destination. He said Uganda has been ranked the best investment destination in Africa,adding that Uganda has the lowest macro risk in the region but with highest return on investment. "Uganda offers peace,easy taxes and a tolerable administration of justice," said @rggoobi,adding that Uganda's weather is the best. He also said Uganda is currently negotiating a new extended credit facility with the International Monetary Fund and the relationship with the World Bank is now fully restored. Other senior @GovUganda officials at the Forum include: Attorney General @KiryowaKk who also reiterated that Uganda is open to investment and the environment is very favourable. The Minister of Science and Technology @DrMusenero and Governor @BOU_Official Dr.Michael Atingi-Ego are also here to speak to the American Investors. #Trade #InvestInUganda

Managing water, safeguarding infrastructure & keeping industry on the move. The ongoing Installation of new drainage crossings within Kampala Industrial & Business Park (KIBP) – Namanve is improving stormwater flow, cutting flood risk & protecting vital access routes to factories. The kind of infrastructure that keeps production running even through heavy rains. #InvestInUganda

Newly paved internal roads within Kampala Industrial & Business Park (KIBP) - Namanve are improving access within factory zones, easing movement of goods, reducing turnaround times & supporting more efficient day to day operations for businesses in the park. #InvestInUganda

In the growing industrial hub of Namanve, Uganda’s shift from a consumer economy to a manufacturing economy is steadily unfolding. Link: youtu.be/diWfZjG-lGc #UBCNews | #UBCUpdates

Installation of critical drainage structures and culverts is underway across various estates within Kampala Industrial & Business Park (KIBP) - Namanve. This is strengthening flood control, protecting infrastructure & keeping industry moving even in the toughest weather. Solid groundwork for a resilient industrial park. #InvestInUganda

Rail, road & industry, coming together to power Uganda’s growth. At Kampala Industrial & Business Park (KIBP) – Namanve, improved road networks & upgraded rail interfaces are strengthening connectivity for manufacturers, easing cargo movement & supporting efficient large-scale production. #InvestInUganda

Installation of solar street lighting & CCTV surveillance infrastructure at Kampala Industrial & Business Park (KIBP) - Namanve continues, strengthening safety, improving visibility & supporting a more secure, efficient environment for industrial activity. #InvestInUganda

Movement is becoming easier, faster & more efficient at Kampala Industrial & Business Park – Namanve. This is one of the many intersections soon to be completed, improving connectivity across the park estates, easing the circulation of goods & supporting smoother day to day industrial operations. #InvestInUganda

The renewal of @ugandainvest’s leadership with Director General @mukiza_robert at the forefront signals sustained momentum in Uganda’s industrialisation drive, strengthening investor confidence & accelerating progress at Kampala Industrial & Business Park - Namanve, where infrastructure is driving real economic activity, jobs & exports. #InvestInUganda

At Kampala Industrial & Business Park (KIBP) - Namanve, the change is already visible. Where there were delays & poor access, there are now better roads, drainage, reliable power, water & other key utilities, making movement smoother & businesses run more efficiently. #InvestInUganda

From safer access, organized corridors & reliable utilities, this is what real industrial growth looks like. At Kampala Industrial & Business Park – Namanve, infrastructure isn’t just about movement, it’s about efficiency, safety & lowering the cost of doing business. Every upgrade is enabling industries to operate longer, move faster & grow stronger. #InvestInUganda