UNBS calls for increased funding to support small businesses

Over 90% of enterprises in the country are MSMEs and 40% of these are concentrated in the central region while 60% are located in the countryside.

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UNBS Eng. James Kasigwe in a group photo with UNBS officers during his visit to he UNBS Northern region office, based in Gulu city. Courtesy photo

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The executive director of the Uganda National Bureau of Standards (UNBS), Eng. James Kasigwa, has said the organization was currently operating with minimum staff members and limited funds.

UNBS calls for increased funding to support small businesses

Over 90% of enterprises in the country are MSMEs and 40% of these are concentrated in the central region while 60% are located in the countryside.

UNBS Eng. James Kasigwe in a group photo with UNBS officers during his visit to he UNBS Northern region office, based in Gulu city. Courtesy photo

By NewVision Reporter

Journalists @NewVision

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