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PANEL DISCUSSION: Uganda–Zambia 🇺🇬🇿🇲 Trade & Investment Forum Underway at Taj Pamodzi Hotel, Lusaka Topic: Expanding Bilateral Trade and Removing Trade Barriers Between Uganda and Zambia The panel discussion brought together representatives from the Chambers of Commerce of Zambia and Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals to explore opportunities for strengthening bilateral trade, investment, and regional economic cooperation. The discussion focused on key sectors including agriculture, tourism, mining, energy, and petroleum, while also addressing the challenges affecting trade and business collaboration between the two countries. Mr. Emmanuel, representing the Zambia Chamber of Commerce and Industry, highlighted the significant opportunities that exist within the agriculture, tourism, mining, and energy sectors. He noted that despite the strong potential for cooperation, there remains a considerable information gap regarding available opportunities in Zambia. He emphasized the importance of strengthening information sharing, organizing joint business interactions, and enhancing Joint Trade Committees (JTCs) to facilitate greater engagement between the private sectors of both countries. Mr. Humphrey Asiimwe, Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals, emphasized the need for both countries to establish specialized trade and industrial hubs that leverage their comparative advantages. He cited opportunities in strategic minerals such as copper and stressed the importance of building stronger logistics networks and transport linkages to ease the movement of goods to regional and international ports. Mr. Asiimwe further underscored the importance of defining and strengthening local content frameworks at national, regional, and continental levels under the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). He noted that the development of supportive policies would be critical in ensuring African countries maximize value addition, industrial participation, and regional supply chains. On financing regional projects, Mr. Asiimwe referenced the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP), emphasizing the need for African countries and institutions to increasingly source financing from within the continent while creating the right policy environment to support strategic infrastructure and energy investments.

UPDATES: The Uganda 🇺🇬- Zambia🇿🇲 Trade and Business Forum is underway in Lusaka under the theme: “Exploring and Tapping into the Rich Opportunities for Deeper Collaboration.” In his remarks, H.E. Col (Rtd) Fred Mwesigye, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Zambia, reaffirmed Uganda’s commitment to strengthening economic diplomacy, regional integration, trade, investment, tourism, energy, mining, manufacturing, and industrial partnerships between Uganda and Zambia. He highlighted Uganda’s strategic location at the heart of East Africa, its investment-friendly environment, youthful workforce, and the vast opportunities available across agriculture, tourism, energy, ICT, infrastructure, manufacturing, and mineral development. He further noted that the Forum is providing a platform for B2B and B2G engagements aimed at fostering joint ventures, technology transfer, regional value chains, and increased trade and investment flows between the two countries. In her remarks, Mrs. Lilian Walya, Permanent Secretary at Zambia’s Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry, emphasized the importance of intra-African trade, regional integration, and private sector-led growth as key drivers of economic transformation and job creation. She noted that Uganda can source products such as fertilizer, cement, sugar, tiles, and homecare products from Zambia. Mrs. Walya also highlighted Zambia’s investment opportunities in manufacturing, agriculture, energy, mining, tourism, and ICT, while reaffirming Government’s commitment to improving the business environment through trade facilitation reforms, investment incentives, and strengthened public-private dialogue. She further noted that through the Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry, Zambia has introduced a single window system that has streamlined trade processes, reduced border delays, and enhanced efficiency. In addition, the Government continues to provide incentives for investors operating in Special Economic Zones, rural areas, and selected priority sectors. The discussions continue to underscore the shared commitment by Uganda and Zambia to deepen bilateral cooperation, strengthen intra-African trade, and unlock sustainable economic growth through strategic partnerships and private sector collaboration.

Present at the forum is H.E. Col (Rtd) Fred Mwesigye, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Zambia; Amb. Richard Kabonero, Head of Regional Economic Cooperation at Uganda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs; Mr. Humphrey Asiimwe, Chief Executive Officer of the Uganda Chamber of Energy and Minerals; Mr. Simon Kaita, Product Development and Investment Officer at the Uganda Tourism Board; Mr. Timothy Mivingo, Regional Economic Cooperation; Ms. Prosie Hope Kikabi, Senior Investment Executive at the Uganda Investment Authority; representatives from Uganda Airlines including the Country Manager; and Ms. Lilian Walya, Permanent Secretary at Zambia’s Ministry of Commerce, Trade and Industry. Companies participating from Zambia include Yatu T, Jewel of Africa, Union Gold, Proton Electrical Cables, and Trekking Travels and Tours, alongside other stakeholders exploring trade, investment, and partnership opportunities between Uganda and Zambia

HAPPENING NOW: Uganda–Zambia 🇺🇬🇿🇲 Trade & Investment Forum Underway at Taj Pamodzi Hotel, Lusaka The Uganda High Commission in Zambia, in collaboration with the Zambia Development Agency, is hosting a Trade and Investment Forum at Taj Pamodzi Hotel under the theme: “Exploring and Tapping into the Rich Opportunities for Deeper Collaboration.” The forum has brought together government officials, investors, tourism stakeholders, private sector leaders, and business representatives from Uganda and Zambia to strengthen bilateral trade, investment, tourism, energy, and economic cooperation.

Arrival of H.E. President Daniel Francisco Chapo in Uganda for President Museveni’s Swearing-In Ceremony The President of the Republic of Mozambique, Daniel Francisco Chapo, arrived in Uganda to attend the swearing-in and inauguration ceremony of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni. Upon arrival, President Daniel Francisco Chapo was received by H.E. Col (Rtd) Fred Mwesigye, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Mozambique.

#VIDEO The President of the United Republic of Tanzania 🇹🇿 Mama Samia Suluhu Hassan has landed in Uganda 🇺🇬 to attend the swearing -in and inauguration ceremony of President-elect Gen. Yoweri K Museveni. She’s welcomed by the 3rd Deputy Prime Minister Hon. Rukia Isanga Nakadama

H.E. Col (Rtd) Fred Mwesigye Receives H.E. President Samia Suluhu Hassan in Uganda for President Museveni’s Swearing-In Ceremony. H.E. Col (Rtd) Fred Mwesigye, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Tanzania, today received the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E Samia Suluhu Hassan, upon her arrival in Uganda for the swearing-in and inauguration ceremony of President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni.

DAY 1 OF NATIONAL IDENTIFICATION ENROLLMENT EXERCISE IN LUSAKA, ZAMBIA The Uganda High Commission in Zambia officially launched the National Identification Card enrollment and issuance exercise for the Ugandan diaspora in Lusaka on 9th May 2026. The exercise is taking place at Wills Hotel and will continue through 13th May 2026. Members of the Ugandan diaspora commended the initiative, highlighting that the outreach program has greatly improved access to national identification services by bringing them closer to the community. The Uganda High Commission remains committed to ensuring smooth and efficient service delivery throughout the exercise and encourages all eligible Ugandan nationals in Zambia to utilize the ongoing enrollment and issuance services.

Ambassador Fred Mwesigye Visits PRO Heli International Service Centre to Promote Uganda’s Aviation and Defence Industry Capabilities. On 6th May 2026, Uganda’s High Commissioner to Dar es Salaam, Amb. Col (Rtd) Fred Mwesigye, conducted an official visit to PRO Heli International Service Centre in Nakasongola District. He was received by Deputy CEO Rtd Brig. Gen. Emmanuel Kwihangana, Head of Commercial & Pilots Mr. Andrei Turanin, Head of Operations Eng. Caroline Mulowooza, and Head of Technical Mr. Andrei Kryraltserich. PRO Heli, commissioned by H.E. Gen. Yoweri Kaguta Museveni in 2022, specializes in helicopter overhaul, maintenance, and repair. During the visit, the High Commissioner toured key facilities including the bonded warehouse, electroplating unit, mechanical department, main hangar, carpentry workshop, and fuel testing hangar. Eng. Mulowooza highlighted that PRO Heli operates Africa’s first and only tail rotor overhaul workshop for Mi-series helicopters. She also noted the company’s services in helicopter sourcing, technical inspections, consultancy, and upgrades tailored to client requirements. Reflecting on his tenure as the first General Manager of Luwero Industries (1987–1994), Amb. Mwesigye commended the team’s work and pledged to promote PRO Heli’s capabilities across the countries to which he is accredited.

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At #OGC2026, @UgandaChamber met with Heads of Missions to align on practical pathways for economic diplomacy in Uganda’s energy and minerals space. Thank you @UgandaMFA and Amb. @richardkabonero for convening and guiding these important conversations.

🇺🇬🤝🌍 Speaking at the 11th Oil & Gas Convention, H.E Col (Rtd) Fred Mwesigye emphasized that Uganda’s oil sector is driving more than energy it is unlocking industrial value chains, regional integration and investment opportunities across East Africa. #UgandaOilAndGas #EconomicDiplomacy #InvestInUganda #EnergyTransition #EastAfricaRising

🇺🇬⚡🌍 HAPPENING NOW in Kampala: Uganda is advancing its economic diplomacy and industrialization agenda as the oil and gas sector gains momentum toward First Oil. Strategic projects are positioning the country as a regional hub for energy, trade and investment. #UgandaOilAndGas #EconomicDiplomacy #InvestInUganda #EnergyTransition #EastAfricaRising

A heartfelt THANK YOU to all our delegates, sponsors, and exhibitors, you made this possible. Fulfilling the promise, forging the future. #OGC2026 #UCEM

Uganda’s High Commissioner to Tanzania, Fred Mwesigye, says the oil and gas sector, alongside the East African Crude Oil Pipeline project, could transform the regional economy if managed well. Link: youtu.be/nzqQoFg4448 #UBCNews | #UBCUpdates

Highlight video of the Uganda–Tanzania Tourism Roadshow. @Col_FMwesigye @UgandaMFA @GCICUganda @tatooffice @ugwildlife @UTAUganda @TourismBoardUg @ug_tour

The collaboration will boost joint marketing campaigns, facilitate B2B linkages, increase tourist flows, and support skills development across the sector. Planned actions include joint participation in expos and roadshows, development of joint tourism packages, training programs, and sharing market insights and research. Together, this partnership strengthens regional integration and positions East Africa as a competitive, unified tourism destination.

UPDATE! The Uganda–Tanzania 🇺🇬🇹🇿Tourism Roadshow marked a major milestone with the signing of an MoU between the Zanzibar Association of Tour Operators, Tanzania Association of Tour Operators, and Uganda Tourism Association. The partnership reflects a shared commitment to promote tourism development, strengthen regional collaboration, and drive sustainable growth across East Africa. Key focus areas include: • Tourism promotion • Business collaboration • Knowledge sharing • Capacity development

Updates! The Uganda Tourism Road Show in Dar es Salaam has moved into an engaging B2B session at the Hyatt Regency Hotel, where tourism operators, travel agents, and industry stakeholders from Uganda, Tanzania Mainland, and Zanzibar are holding one-on-one meetings to forge partnerships, explore business opportunities, and strengthen regional tourism collaboration.