BusinessInternational

South African Ministers Laud President Museveni for Steering Uganda’s Development

A delegation of South African ministers has thanked President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni for being an exceptional leader who has steered development in Uganda.

The Ministers also extended greetings from the South African President Cyril Ramaphosa and thanked the two Heads of State for their commitment to promoting the bilateral relations between the two nations.

This was during a meeting held at Commonwealth Resort, Munyonyo yesterday following the end of the two-day Uganda-South Africa Trade and Investment summit that attracted over 40 companies from South Africa.

The South African Ministers included Hon. Thoko Didiza-Minister of Agriculture, Hon. Mondli Gungubele-Minister of Communications and Digital Technology, and Hon. Fish Mahlalela- Deputy Minister of Tourism.

“We believe that this will be an anchor of strengthening the economies for both East Africa and South Africa,” Hon. Thoko noted.

The Ministers further thanked President Museveni for his support towards the African National Congress (ANC) in the struggle for independence.

President Museveni applauded President Ramaphosa and the government of South Africa for their efforts towards the strengthening of the bilateral relations between the two African countries.

President Museveni further thanked the MTN Group for being a good business partner and for bringing more investors to Uganda.

He also advocated for market and value addition on Uganda products.

“Our problem here is the market; like now we have surplus milk, we have surplus sugar, and many others,” he said.

The meeting was also attended by Hon. Evelyn Anite- Minister of State for Privatization and Investment, Hon. John Mulimba- Minister of State for Foreign Affairs in charge of Regional Affairs, H.E. Lulu Xingwana- South Africa High Commissioner to Uganda, H.E Paul Amoru- Uganda’s High Commissioner to South Africa, among others.

 

What's your reaction?

Excited
0
Happy
0
In Love
0
Not Sure
0
Silly
0

You may also like

Comments are closed.

More in:Business

Business

PRESIDENT MUSEVENI URGES EUROPEAN INVESTORS TO TAP INTO UGANDA’S ECONOMIC OPPORTUNITIES 

President Yoweri Kaguta Museveni has urged European investors to take advantage of Uganda’s economic opportunities, particularly in infrastructure, energy, manufacturing and agriculture, saying investment in productive sectors is key to expanding markets, creating jobs and accelerating economic transformation.    The President made the remarks today at State House Entebbe during a meeting with European Union Ambassadors and investors, where he highlighted Africa’s growing population and expanding market as a major opportunity for European businesses seeking investment and stronger economic partnerships. “This is what we have been advising our European friends to look at, because Africa is a big potential market with its fast-growing population,” he said. President Museveni attributed political instability in some African countries partly to identity-based politics, including tribalism, religious divisions and ideological misunderstandings, as well as a failure to appreciate the role of the private sector in driving economic growth. He said Uganda had learnt from these challenges and emphasised the need for a stable political and economic environment that enables private businesses to invest, expand production and create employment. The President welcomed ongoing and proposed European investments in Uganda, particularly in infrastructure and other productive sectors, saying such projects would strengthen economic links between Uganda and the European market. “All these projects are music to my ears. By constructing these projects here, you are linking the market of Uganda to that of Europe. Why can’t anyone see that?” he asked. On energy, President Museveni said the cost of electricity remained a critical factor in Uganda’s competitiveness, particularly for manufacturers seeking to produce goods at affordable prices. While welcoming private-sector investment in hydropower generation, he called for greater attention to electricity tariffs, arguing that affordable power was essential for industrial expansion and economic growth. He identified affordable electricity, railway transport and accessible financing for productive investments as key priorities for strengthening Uganda’s manufacturing sector. The President cited the Uganda Development Bank as an important source of financing for businesses engaged in productive activities, explaining that the government had retained the institution to support investments capable of expanding production and creating jobs. He also urged the European Investment Bank to channel more financing into strategic infrastructure, particularly railway development, electricity generation and distribution, and selected road projects. On road infrastructure, President Museveni encouraged European investors to explore opportunities in construction and financing models, including tolling arrangements where appropriate. The President also reaffirmed the government’s support for tax incentives aimed at attracting investment, particularly in manufacturing, and emphasised the importance of enabling eligible businesses to benefit from a 10-year tax holiday. ...